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Kōzan

Hiroshima, Japan · Asia

About Kōzan

Kōzan is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Fuchūchō, 53km from Shimanami Kaido.

Kōzan is a town located in Hiroshima, Japan. With a population of 15,125, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Kōzan sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kōzan to your route.

About Kōzan

Sera (世羅町, Sera-chō) is a town located in Sera District, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 March 2023, the town had an estimated population of 15,070 in 6809 households and a population density of 63 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 278.14 square kilometres (107.39 sq mi).

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Kōzan offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Kōzan located?

Kōzan is located in Hiroshima, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 34.5833 latitude, 133.0500 longitude.

What is the population of Kōzan?

Kōzan has a population of approximately 15,125 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
15,125
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Hiroshima
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
34.5833, 133.0500

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Japan

Police
110
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
left

Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.

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Worth the detour from Kōzan

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Onomichi

A charming hillside port town on the Seto Inland Sea, serving as the gateway to the Shimanami Kaido cycling route.

24 km · about 30 min drive

coastal drive

Shimanami Kaido

A 60 km island-hopping expressway across the Seto Inland Sea from Onomichi to Imabari, leaping between six islands on soaring suspension bridges including the world-class Kurushima-Kaikyo Bridge.

53 km · about 60 min drive

museum

Mazda Museum

Factory museum offering tours of Mazda's assembly line and showcasing the marque's rotary engine heritage.

57 km · about 65 min drive

castle

Bitchū Matsuyama Castle

The highest surviving original castle keep in Japan, at 430 m on Mount Gagyu. On autumn mornings the ridge stands above a sea of cloud filling the valley below.

58 km · about 65 min drive

museum

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

A profoundly moving museum documenting the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and advocating for the elimination of nuclear weapons.

59 km · about 70 min drive

landmark

Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Atomic Bomb Dome)

The skeletal ruins of the former Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, preserved as a haunting symbol of nuclear devastation and a call for peace.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Kōzan

  • 53 kmShimanami KaidoA 60 km island-hopping expressway across the Seto Inland Sea from Onomichi to Imabari, leaping between six islands on soaring suspension bridges including the world-class Kurushima-Kaikyo Bridge.
  • 75 kmMount Misen (Miyajima)The highest peak on Miyajima Island with ancient forests, wild deer, and panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea from its summit.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Kōzan.

Fuchūchō

🇯🇵 Japan

17 km awayPop. 50,746

Mihara

🇯🇵 Japan

21 km awayPop. 90,573

Shin’ichi

🇯🇵 Japan

21 km awayPop. 21,030

Kobatake

🇯🇵 Japan

23 km awayPop. 8,250

Onomichi

🇯🇵 Japan

23 km awayPop. 131,170

Shōbara

🇯🇵 Japan

30 km awayPop. 33,633

Takehara

🇯🇵 Japan

30 km awayPop. 30,506

Miyoshi

🇯🇵 Japan

30 km awayPop. 53,616

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