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Overview

⚫︎Discover the History and Beauty of Hiroshima

Hiroshima is a city of resilience, history, and natural beauty, offering visitors a profound experience. Known for its tragic past, Hiroshima has transformed into a symbol of peace and hope while preserving its rich culture.

A visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is essential, home to the A-Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, which provides deep insight into the events of 1945 and Hiroshima’s journey toward peace.

Beyond its history, Hiroshima offers stunning sights like Hiroshima Castle, a beautiful reconstruction of the original fortress, and Shukkeien Garden, a peaceful retreat with ponds, tea houses, and seasonal flowers.

A short ferry ride takes you to Miyajima Island, famous for the iconic Itsukushima Shrine and its floating torii gate. The island is also known for hiking trails, friendly deer, and breathtaking sea views.

Hiroshima is a food lover’s paradise, best known for Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, a savory pancake layered with noodles, seafood, and vegetables.

With its blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty, Hiroshima offers an unforgettable journey through Japan’s past and present.

Must-See Attractions
in Hiroshima

Peace Memorial Park

Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park is one of the most prominent features of the city. Even visitors not looking for it will likely stumble upon the large park of over 120,000 square meters. Its trees, lawns, and walking paths are in stark contrast to the surrounding downtown area.

Hiroshima Castle

Hiroshima Castle, also known as Carp Castle, is a historic Japanese castle located in the center of Hiroshima City. Originally built in 1589 by the powerful warlord Mori Terumoto, the castle served as an important political and military base during the feudal era.

Okonomimura

Okonomi-mura ("Okonomiyaki Village") is a Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki food theme park. It has over 25 okonomiyaki restaurants, each with a slightly different style and set of ingredients.

Hiroden

Hiroden, officially known as Hiroshima Electric Railway, is the streetcar (tram) system that serves Hiroshima City and its surrounding areas. It is one of the most important public transportation networks in Hiroshima and is famous for being Japan’s largest and oldest streetcar system still in operation.

Tomonoura Port

Tomonoura has been a prosperous port since ancient times. Its unique circular harbor was preserved even after modern port facilities were introduced. The port was listed as one of the top 100 scenic municipalities in Japan.

Hiroshima Oysters

Hiroshima is Japan’s top producer of oysters, accounting for about 60–70% of the country's total supply. These oysters are known for their rich, creamy flavor and plump texture, making them a must-try delicacy for seafood lovers.

Day Trip To Miyajima Island

Miyajima is a small island less than an hour outside the city of Hiroshima. It is most famous for its giant torii gate, which at high tide seems to float on the water. The sight is ranked as one of Japan's three best views.

Shimanami Kaido Scenic Route

The Shimanami Kaido is a famous cycling route in Japan, stretching about 70 kilometers (43 miles) across the Seto Inland Sea. It connects Onomichi City in Hiroshima to Imabari City in Ehime Prefecture via six islands, offering breathtaking views of the sea, mountains, and picturesque bridges.

Shukkei-en Garden

Shukkei-en Garden was built in 1620 by the first feudal lord of the Hiroshima domain. This historical landmark is a perfect escape from the city, a charming place to walk around or sit and relax, and lose track of time for a few hours.

Okunoshima

Okunoshima, also known as Rabbit Island, is a small island in the Seto Inland Sea, located in Hiroshima Prefecture. It is famous for its hundreds of wild rabbits that roam freely, attracting visitors from around the world.