Hiroshima City, the capital of Hiroshima prefecture, has been rebuilt from the ashes of disaster and stands proudly as a city of resilience and peace. Hiroshima is most famous as the first city targeted by an atomic bomb in 1945. Visitors can explore the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, including the Atomic Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, and enjoy a day trip to the sacred island of Miyajima.
Hiroshima Castle
Reconstructed samurai castle with museum, moat, and scenic views
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Park remembering the August 6th 1945 bombing of Hiroshima
Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome
Historic building near the Hiroshima bombing hypocenter
Shukkeien Garden
Tranquil garden in Hiroshima City
Hiroshima Orizuru Tower
Modern tower with panoramic views and peace-themed origami experience.
Cuisine
Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki is a popular food enjoyed in Hiroshima. Okonomiyaki is a type of savoury Japanese pancake, typically consisting of a batter, cabbage, pork belly, and slathered in an Okonomiyaki sauce and then drizzled with mayonnaise. This style of okonomiyaki differs slightly, with thick, chewy noodles added to the batter, giving the savoury pancake more bounce and complexity than regular okonomiyaki.
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Top Attractions
Hiroshima Castle
Reconstructed samurai castle with museum, moat, and scenic views
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Park remembering the August 6th 1945 bombing of Hiroshima
Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome
Historic building near the Hiroshima bombing hypocenter
Shukkeien Garden
Tranquil garden in Hiroshima City
Hiroshima Orizuru Tower
Modern tower with panoramic views and peace-themed origami experience.
Hiroshima FAQs
Hiroshima is a popular day trip from Osaka, while many decide to spend one night in the city. If you are planning on visiting Miyajima, you should consider either staying overnight in Hiroshima city itself or on Miyajima.
Hiroshima is a city built from the ashes, and rebuilt with the future in mind. Vast streets designed for public transport make it incredibly easy to get around the city.
You can get out to Miyajima from Hiroshima city in under an hour.
Either take the Sanyo Line train from Hiroshima Station to Miyajimaguchi Station (costing 420 JPY One Way – Free with the JR Pass), or take the Hiroshima Dentetsu No. 2 for 1 Hour 15 minutes (Costing 240 JPY one way – not covered by the JR Pass). Once arrived at, simply walk to the Miyajimaguchi ferry terminal, and that the ferry across to Miyajima.
Where To Stay in Hiroshima
Guesthouse Akicafe Inn
Affordable and comfortable guesthouse with capsule style beds, and private rooms. Known for having a lively atmosphere and friendly vibe.
Hiroshima Washington Hotel
Hotel found in the heart of Hiroshima, a short walk from the Peace Memorial Park and Hiroshima Castle.
Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima
Prestigious hotel overlooking the majestic Hiroshima bay, and nearby ferry access to Miyajima island.
Getting there, and getting around Hiroshima
Hiroshima is a coastal city in the Chugoku Region of Japan. The primary method tourists use to reach Hiroshima is the Shinkansen. The Tokaido Shinkansen stops at Hiroshima station, and the city’s great network of streetcars and buses makes it a breeze to get around.
From Osaka:
From Osaka, Hiroshima is only a 1 and a half hour ride on the Shinkansen, costing 10,950 Yen each way. This journey is covered by the JR Pass, making is an easy an affordable day trip.
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Accessing Miyajima
How to get to the famous island of Miayjima
Daisho-in
Ancient temple on Miyajjma
Fukuyama Castle
Flatland castle near Fukuyama Station
Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome
Historic building near the Hiroshima bombing hypocenter
Hiroshima Castle
Reconstructed samurai castle with museum, moat, and scenic views
Hiroshima City
The City Of Peace And Remembrance