Fukuyama Literature Museum

Fukuyama Literature Museum, located in Fukuyama City, is a must-see tourist spot for literature fans. The building is modeled after the slanted mansion (Ryūhyōkan) that appeared in the novel "Hanzai Kōshōnin" by Soji Shimada, and various literary works, including those by authors from Fukuyama City or set in Fukuyama City, are on display. A model of the slanted mansion that appeared in Soji Shimada's work is also exhibited. In addition, various special exhibitions are held, such as the Soji Shimada Exhibition and exhibitions featuring authors from Fukuyama City. Events such as literary lectures and reading sessions are also held, making it an irresistible place for literature fans. There are many other tourist spots in Fukuyama City, and the museum is about a 15-minute walk from Fukuyama Station. The entrance fee is 500 yen for adults and free for high school students and younger.

Fukuyama Literary Museum, located within Fukuyama Castle Park, is a facility that follows and honors the footsteps of literary figures associated with Fukuyama City, including the city's honorary citizen and author, Sakae Tsuboi. The museum opened in 1999 and primarily exhibits Tsuboi's works. The exterior of the building is designed to resemble the "slanted mansion" from Tsuboi's novel, "Sangetsuki." Admission is free, and there are both permanent and special exhibits. The permanent exhibit showcases materials related to literary figures associated with Fukuyama City. The special exhibit features works by authors not associated with Fukuyama City and literary-themed exhibitions. Fukuyama Art Museum and Fukuyama Calligraphy Art Museum are also located on the same premises. Within Fukuyama Castle Park, there are historic buildings and cultural facilities that have been selected as one of the "100 Best Urban Landscapes" in Japan, and it is also famous for its cherry blossoms in the spring.

Fukuyama Castle Park is a park located in Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture, and has been selected as one of the Top 100 Urban Landscapes in Japan. The park features historical buildings and cultural facilities related to Fukuyama Castle, making it a popular spot for tourists. Although Fukuyama Castle was abandoned during the Meiji era, all buildings except for the Tenshukaku (castle tower), Fushimi Yagura (turret), Sukiron Omon (gate), and Oyu-dono (bathhouse) were demolished. However, Fushimi Yagura and Sukiron Omon, which escaped the war, have been designated as important cultural properties by the government. The Fukuyama Museum of Art and the Fukuyama Calligraphy Art Museum are also located on the same grounds. In addition, the park is famous for its cherry blossoms in the spring and admission is free. There are also many other tourist spots in Fukuyama City surrounding the park.

In the Tomonoura area of Fukuyama City, there are four public parking lots available. Information on availability is also provided, so you can rest assured when visiting by car. Additionally, there is an accommodation facility called "Keisotei Scenery Hall" which features a sunken hearth overlooking the Seto Inland Sea. There are also many historical buildings in the area, such as the "Furusato Museum" and the "Former Iwakuni Sasaki Family Residence".

There are many tourist spots in Fukuyama City. The Fukuyama Museum of Art exhibits works of art by artists related to Fukuyama City and the Seto Inland Sea, as well as modern and contemporary art from Japan and abroad. The Hiroshima Prefectural Museum displays valuable items excavated from ruins in Hiroshima Prefecture. At the Fukuyama Literary Museum, you can see materials related to literary figures associated with Fukuyama City. At Fukuyama Castle Park, you can enjoy historical buildings and nature, including cherry blossoms. The website "Etto Fukuyama" features tourist information on Fukuyama City, and there are many affordable business hotels available.