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Hiroshima is well known as the site of the world's first atomic bomb attack during the WWII. It attracts many visitors from Japan and all over the world. Hiroshima is not only import because of the atomic bomb, but Hiroshima is now one of the largest cities in Japan with many modern shopping and other facilities. Hiroshima's tram network covers the metropolitan area which is very convenient for travellers. It also features beautiful Shukkeien Garden and Hiroshima Castle. Hiroshima is also famous for its distinctively styled Okonomi-yaki (Japanese savoury pancake), its a must!

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HIROSHIMA ATTRACTIONS

Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome

Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome

Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome, or correctly known as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome) is an icon of Hiroshima and a World Heritage Site.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a memorial park, which is dedicated to the legacy of Hiroshima as the world's first city to suffer a nuclear attack. The location of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park used to be the city's busiest commercial and residential district.

Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum

Opened in 1996, Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum exhibits paintings and sculptures by the artists born in Hiroshima including Hirayama Ikuo.
Open: 9am – 5pm, close on Mondays and Dec 25-Jan 1
Admission: 500 yen

Hiroshima Museum of Art

Located right next to the Hiroshima Castle, Hiroshima Museum of Art was established in 1978 by Hiroshima Bank in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of its foundation. It exhibits about 90 works of Modern European paintings and 90 works of Modern Japanese paintings plus special exhibitions from time to time.
Open: 9am – 5pm, 7 days a week except Dec 29-Jan 2
Admission: 1000 yen

Shukkeien Garden

Shukkeien Garden

Shukkeien while not one of Japan's Top 3, it is a compact and beautifully landscaped Japanese garden which is well worth visiting.

Hiroshima Castle

Hiroshima Castle

Hiroshima Castle was built in 1589 by the daimyo Mori Terumoto. It was originally completed in 1591 and became his home base. Hiroshima Castle has an elegant design.

Mazda Museum

Mazda has it's company headquarters a short distance outside of Hiroshima. They offer free tours.

Miyajima

Miyajima

Miyajima Island and its famous World Heritage Listed Itsukushima Shrine are located just outside Hiroshima city. You should allow at least a half or full day to visit this sacred island.

HIROSHIMA ITINERARY

This suggested Hiroshima itinerary does not include the time you would spend at each attraction.

Station/Stop

Transport

Duration

Places to visit

JR Hiroshima

Hiroden Tram

11min

 

Hacchobori

Hiroden Tram

4min

Shukkeien-mae

Walk

1min

Shukkeien

 

Walk

1min

Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum

Walk

8min

Hiroshima Castle

Walk

2min

Hiroshima Museum of Art

Walk

5min

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Atomic Bomb Dome

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Ganbaku Dome Mae

Hiroden Tram

17min

 

JR Hiroshima

 

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HIROSHIMA SURROUNDING ATTRACTIONS

Okayama

Okayama including Korakuen Garden

Famous for its Okayama Castle and the Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's official Three Great Gardens.



Kurashiki

Kurashiki Bikan Area

A very popular tourist spot for its unique character. It has a blending of Japanese and western buildings and is designated as a National Historic Building Preservation Area.

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