“Can you imagine the hustle and bustle of market day?” Our journey takes us to the heart of Hiroshima Prefecture, to a place where history and transportation converge: the Hatsukaichi JCT. Now a vital interchange, the Hatsukaichi JCT wasn’t always about the smooth flow of traffic. The name “Hatsukaichi” itself tells a tale. “Hatsuka,” meaning “20th day,” and “ichi,” meaning “market,” hint at its lively past. As far back as the Kamakura period (1185-1333), Hatsukaichi hosted a bustling market on the 20th of each month. Imagine merchants hawking their wares, the scent of fresh produce filling the air, and the chatter of people from all walks of life. This tradition, deeply intertwined with the history of Itsukushima Shrine, solidified Hatsukaichi’s role as a vital trading hub. Today, while the market may no longer dominate its landscape, the Hatsukaichi JCT stands as a testament to the city’s enduring connection to its past. This modern marvel of engineering, enabling seamless travel throughout Hiroshima, also serves as a reminder of the vibrant community it grew from, forever linked to the rhythm of the 20th-day market.
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