pb climbing — Local services in Hiroshima

Nice cosy place for bouldering. First floor is for beginner to intermediate levels and second floor is for intermediate to more expert climbers. Price is standard for most Japanese gyms, with registration fee for first time visitors.

Route setting takes some getting used to because of the way routes are marked. The drawings are super cute, but it often feels like playing hide and seek with the holds when trying to plan and read the beta because I could not even find the start hold or wonder where the foot holds are. Then, there’s memorising where all these holds are before attempting the route.

Go with a fresh mind because it’s mentally draining for a tired one. You’ll probably get very strong climbing here over time/consistently, but one-time visitors should manage their expectations and just enjoy moving...

Great bouldering spot! Downstairs targeted at beginners to intermediates while the upper level is targeted at intermediates to experienced with a 45 wall. There is also a great campus wall and elephant balls to train on. The owner is super kind and friendly. The gym is on the smaller side and gets a bit crowded but it's cozy and homy. Problems are a little tricky to work out because of the high density of holds but these kinds of gyms are where you get super strong. Prices are 1000yen for membership rego and 1000...

You'll definitely become stronger if you train here! I spent a month in Hiroshima only going to this gym; the owner is super friendly and helpful, and the people who come to this gym are all nice. The gym has an old-school feel to it, and the route setting is challenging but fun. The first floor has many traverse problems, while the second floor has many overhang problems. I'll definitely be back again if I return...