Things to Do in Ōtake (大竹市), Hiroshima: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Ōtake (大竹市) in Hiroshima Prefecture (Chugoku, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Kabe Shima (4.0 km), Suya Ura (4.4 km), Kasa Yama (5.1 km) and served by Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km) via the regional hub at Hiroshima Station, Fukuyama & Shin-Onomichi (Sanyo Shinkansen). Set at 72 m elevation (34.2378°N, 132.2222°E), Ōtake offers travelers a base for sampling regional Hiroshima-style layered okonomiyaki with yakisoba noodles, Miyajima grilled & fried oysters (kaki), Momiji manju (maple-leaf cakes) cuisine and exploring neighboring Waki (和木町) (4.8 km), Iwakuni (岩国市) (7.9 km), Miyajima (宮島（厳島）) (11 km), Hatsukaichi (廿日市市) (15.9 km).

Ōtake is located on the border with Yamaguchi Prefecture in far southwestern Hiroshima Prefecture, and forms an integrated urban area with strong connections to Iwakuni, Yamaguchi. The city area has a gentle slope from the southwest to the northeast, and the geology is paleozoic strata and granite in the western mountains, and the urban area is sand and gravel. The area of Ōtake was part of ancient Aki Province, and was on the route of the ancient San'yōdō highway. During the Muromachi period, it was largely the property of Itsukushima Shrine, coming under the control of the Mōri clan in the Sengoku period. Within Hiroshima Prefecture, Ōtake (大竹市) serves as a city in Hiroshima Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1954-09-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Museum, Miyajima's floating Itsukushima Shrine (Hatsukaichi), hillside port town of Onomichi, the 70 km Shimanami Kaido island cycling route, and Tomonoura harbor (Fukuyama).

What to See & Do in Ōtake (大竹市): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Ōtake (大竹市) from Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km) at 72 m elevation (34.2378°N, 132.2222°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Ōtake):

• Kabe Shima (4.0 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Ōtake (大竹市).
• Suya Ura (4.4 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Ōtake (大竹市).
• Kasa Yama (5.1 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Ōtake (大竹市).
• Takabachi Yama (5.8 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Ōtake (大竹市).
• Mount Mikura — local sightseeing landmark near Ōtake (大竹市).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Ōtake: Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km) (connecting to Hiroshima Station, Fukuyama & Shin-Onomichi (Sanyo Shinkansen)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Ōtake

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Ōtake (大竹市) and Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Hiroshima Prefecture and Chugoku:

• Waki (和木町) — 4.8 km from Ōtake (Yamaguchi Prefecture)
• Iwakuni (岩国市) — 7.9 km from Ōtake (Yamaguchi Prefecture)
• Miyajima (宮島（厳島）) — 11 km from Ōtake (Hiroshima Prefecture)
• Hatsukaichi (廿日市市) — 15.9 km from Ōtake (Hiroshima Prefecture)
• Etajima (江田島市) — 21.1 km from Ōtake (Hiroshima Prefecture)

Getting to Ōtake & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Ōtake (大竹市) via Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km): 1h 25m from Shin-Osaka, 1h 38m from Kyoto, or 3h 55m from Tokyo on the Sanyo Shinkansen. From Hiroshima Station, Fukuyama & Shin-Onomichi (Sanyo Shinkansen), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km) to reach central Ōtake (34.2378°N, 132.2222°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Hiroshima with Ōtake (大竹市) and neighboring Waki, Iwakuni, Miyajima. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Ōtake, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Ōtake and continuing toward Waki can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Ōtake: While Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km) anchors public transit for Ōtake, picking up a rental car at Hiroshima Station, Fukuyama & Shin-Onomichi (Sanyo Shinkansen) makes it easy to link Kabe Shima (4.0 km) and Suya Ura (4.4 km) with nearby Waki (和木町) (4.8 km), Iwakuni (岩国市) (7.9 km), Miyajima (宮島（厳島）) (11 km), Hatsukaichi (廿日市市) (15.9 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Ōtake (大竹市) & Hiroshima

Dining near Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km) and across Ōtake (大竹市) highlights the regional food culture of Hiroshima Prefecture and Chugoku. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Ōtake:

• Local specialty & terroir of Ōtake (大竹市): regional agriculture, seasonal produce, and traditional local craftsmanship.
• Hiroshima-style layered okonomiyaki with yakisoba noodles — regional specialty enjoyed across Ōtake (大竹市) and Hiroshima Prefecture.
• Miyajima grilled & fried oysters (kaki) — regional specialty enjoyed across Ōtake (大竹市) and Hiroshima Prefecture.
• Momiji manju (maple-leaf cakes) — regional specialty enjoyed across Ōtake (大竹市) and Hiroshima Prefecture.
• Onomichi soy-backfat ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Ōtake (大竹市) and Hiroshima Prefecture.
• Anago-meshi (conger eel over rice) — regional specialty enjoyed across Ōtake (大竹市) and Hiroshima Prefecture.

If you are dining in Ōtake (大竹市) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km).

Where to Stay in Ōtake (大竹市)

Visitors staying overnight in Ōtake (大竹市) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km), or base at major rail hubs in Hiroshima (Hiroshima Station, Fukuyama & Shin-Onomichi (Sanyo Shinkansen)) or neighboring Waki, Iwakuni, Miyajima for quick train access into Ōtake. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Ōtake & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Ōtake (大竹市, 72 m elevation at 34.2378°N, 132.2222°E): Late March–April for cherry blossoms at Peace Park, Miyajima & Senko-ji (Onomichi); November for Momijidani Park autumn maples on Miyajima; spring/autumn for cycling the Shimanami Kaido.

Wider sightseeing across Hiroshima Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Kabe Shima (4.0 km) in Ōtake (大竹市) includes: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Museum, Miyajima's floating Itsukushima Shrine (Hatsukaichi), hillside port town of Onomichi, the 70 km Shimanami Kaido island cycling route, and Tomonoura harbor (Fukuyama).

Practical Travel Tips for Ōtake (大竹市)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Ōtake: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Hiroshima Station, Fukuyama & Shin-Onomichi (Sanyo Shinkansen) or Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km) for local bus schedules to Kabe Shima (4.0 km) and walking maps of Ōtake (大竹市).
• Cash & ATMs in Ōtake: Convenience stores and major hotels around Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Kabe Shima (4.0 km) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Ōtake accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Ōtake: Around Ōtake Station (大竹駅) (2.2 km) and neighboring Waki, Iwakuni, Miyajima, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.