KURE, Hiroshima Prefecture A massive lathe used to precision shape the main gun barrels of Japan’s mighty World War II battleship Yamato is now on public display at the Kure Maritime Museum here. Admission is free.
FUKUYAMA, Hiroshima Prefecture A spectacle of illuminations and sounds using advanced digital technology staged at a lit-up centuries-old castle tower is wowing hordes of visitors.
KURE, Hiroshima Prefecture A massive lathe believed to have been used to fashion the main guns of Japan s mighty World War II battleship Yamato was in danger of becoming a rusting relic until a crowdfunding raised the initial target of 100 million yen ($876,500) in just a single day.