You can spot Yayoi Kusama's Red Pumpkin as soon as you arrive on Naoshima. It's already become a symbol of the island.
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Iwakuni Castle
This mountain castle was built in 1608 (Keicho 13) by Kikkawa Hiroie, the first lord of the Iwakuni Domain and a grandson of Mori Motonari. It stands on 656-foot-high Mt. Shiroyama, with the Nishiki River below serving as its outer moat. The three-tiered, four-story structure features Momoyama-style Nanban architecture (kara-zukuri), with its upper floors larger than the floors below.
After visiting Kintaikyo Bridge, I took the ropeway and stopped by Iwakuni Castle. The views and scenery were pretty nice.
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Kibitsuhiko Shrine
The main deity is Okibitsuhiko no Mikoto, who is said to be the model for the old tale "Momotaro" and is also worshipped as a god of both literary and military prowess who has protected the land of Kibi since ancient times.
This shrine is dedicated to the original model for Momotaro. It's really close to the station, so it's easy to find.
