Hiroshima, Japan

Japanese Dining Experience

A Delicious Taste of Japan Savor an appetizing meal of okonomiyaki , a traditional epicurean delight from the region. At a local restaurant, take your seat and be prepared to indulge in “regional soul food.” Derived from combining okonomi , which means “what you like,” and yaki , or “grill,” okonomiyaki resembles a cross between a pizza and a pancake. A savory dish, the basic ingredients include flour, yam, egg, cabbage and spring onion, and there are two types of okonomiyaki—Osaka and Hiroshima. In the Osaka-style version, ingredients are mixed together in an omelette fashion, while the Hiroshima-style version involves layering ingredients with udon or yakisoba noodles. Enjoy a relaxed dining experience, then take a stroll to the Atomic Bomb Dome; its beautifully illuminated arch serves as a reminder of the bomb’s destruction. After your tour, return to your awaiting ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.