Hiroshima PARCO is located in a lively downtown area and can be visited together with the nearby Hondori Shopping Street. This is one of Hiroshima's best-known shopping districts, offering everything from food and clothing to household goods. Besides large stores, there are also quite a few distinctive little shops tucked away. One place that locals also highly recommend is Tatemachi Canelé. The canelés are beautifully made and bite-sized, with very good texture and quality. You can sense the careful craftsmanship in each one. I couldn't resist buying a few to take back to the hotel and slowly enjoy that evening.
Hiroshima PARCO | Review by Linda Liao
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