Hiroshima Okonomiyaki & Oysters — Soul Food on a Teppanyaki Plate
The decisive difference between Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki and the Osaka style is the inclusion of noodles. With over 20 shops clustered in Okonomimura, it is convenient for first-time visitors, but waiting in line is essential at popular standalone restaurants during meal times. Since Hiroshima-specific oysters are in season from winter to spring, be sure to try oyster dishes. Getting around by tram makes the route easy.
Okonomimura (お好み村)
Okonomimura
Mitchan Sohonten Hatchobori Main Branch (みっちゃん総本店)
Micchan Sohonten Hatchobori Main Store
Nagataya
Nagataya
Bakudanya Main Store
Bakudanya Main Store
Kakifune Kanawa (かき船かなわ)
Kakifune Kanawa
Okonomimura (お好み村)
Okonomimura
A famous spot featuring over 20 okonomiyaki restaurants clustered on different floors of a single building. The live cooking at the teppanyaki counter is a fun feature at every establishment.
Mitchan Sohonten Hatchobori Main Branch (みっちゃん総本店)
Micchan Sohonten Hatchobori Main Store
Founded in 1950, this long-standing establishment is considered the originator of Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki. The soba special is the classic choice, and wait times are common.
Nagataya
Nagataya
A popular okonomiyaki restaurant right next to the Peace Memorial Park. The oyster topping option is a special treat, and there is a long line due to its prime location on the tourist route.
Bakudanya Main Store
Bakudanya Main Store
The flagship dish of Hiroshima's specialty, Tsukemen (spicy dipping noodles). Selectable spiciness level, a combination of refreshing noodles and spicy sauce.
Kakifune Kanawa (かき船かなわ)
Kakifune Kanawa
A long-standing restaurant specializing in Hiroshima oyster dishes enjoyed on a boat on the river. The oyster rice and fried oyster course lunch is recommended; making a reservation is a safe bet.
