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From the Peace Memorial to Miyajima's floating torii. A city of resilience, beauty, and incredible food.

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Peace Memorial

The Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Museum, and monuments honoring victims and the hope for a world without nuclear weapons.

Atomic Bomb Dome
Landmarks

Atomic Bomb Dome

UNESCO World Heritage skeletal ruins of the only structure left standing near the hypocenter. The most powerful symbol of nuclear devastation and a plea for world peace. Illuminated at night.

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Cenotaph for A-Bomb Victims
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Cenotaph for A-Bomb Victims

Saddle-shaped monument sheltering a stone chest with the names of all atomic bomb victims. Frames the Flame of Peace and Atomic Bomb Dome in a single view. A place for quiet reflection.

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Children's Peace Monument
Flame of Peace
Landmarks

Flame of Peace

Eternal flame lit in 1964 that will burn until all nuclear weapons are eliminated from the earth. Located on the central axis of Peace Memorial Park between the cenotaph and the dome.

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Hiroshima Shukkeien Night
Experiences

Hiroshima Shukkeien Night

Seasonal night illumination of the garden that survived the atomic bomb, the illuminated pond reflects lanterns and trees. The fact...

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Sacred Island

Miyajima Island

The floating torii gate, Itsukushima Shrine, Mount Misen, and Miyajima's temples and food streets.

Itsukushima Shrine
Culture & History

Itsukushima Shrine

UNESCO World Heritage shrine famous for its floating vermillion torii gate standing in the sea. The shrine buildings extend over the water appearing to float at high tide. Walk to the gate at low tide.

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Miyajima Floating Torii Gate
Culture & History

Miyajima Floating Torii Gate

The iconic 16-meter torii gate standing in the water is one of Japan's most photographed sites. At high tide it appears to float. At low tide you can walk right up to its base. Illuminated until 11 PM.

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Spiritual

Temples & Hidden Gems

Mountain temples with waterfalls, hilltop pagodas, and peaceful sanctuaries away from the tourist trail.

Daisho-in Temple
Culture & History

Daisho-in Temple

Magnificent Buddhist temple at the base of Mount Misen. Halls filled with hundreds of unique statues. Spin prayer wheels as you climb the stone steps. One of Miyajima's most underrated attractions.

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Mitaki-dera Temple
Culture & History

Mitaki-dera Temple

Hidden mountain temple surrounded by three waterfalls in a lush forest. Very few tourists despite being just 15 minutes from downtown. Mossy stone paths and quiet contemplation. A true hidden gem.

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Senko-ji Temple and Ropeway
Culture & History

Senko-ji Temple and Ropeway

Hilltop temple in the scenic harbor town of Onomichi. Take the ropeway for panoramic views over the Seto Inland Sea and its islands. Cherry blossoms in spring. Great for photography.

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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Culture & History

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

The epicenter of the atomic bombing, the park, museum, and A-Bomb Dome are a profound experience. The Children's Peace Monument with...

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A-Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome)
Culture & History

A-Bomb Dome (Genbaku Dome)

The skeletal ruins of the only structure left standing near the bomb's hypocenter. UNESCO World Heritage. The dome lit at night against...

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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Culture & History

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

The renovated museum presents the bombing with devastating clarity, personal artifacts, survivor stories, and the before/after of a...

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Miyajima Island (Itsukushima)
Culture & History

Miyajima Island (Itsukushima)

The floating torii gate in the sea, one of Japan's Three Great Views. At high tide it appears to float; at low tide you can walk to it....

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Samurai Era

Castles & History

Reconstructed castles with museums telling the story of feudal Hiroshima and its samurai heritage.

Hiroshima Castle
Culture & History

Hiroshima Castle

Reconstructed 1590s castle destroyed by the atomic bomb. Museum inside details samurai era Hiroshima. Climb to the top floor for city views. The moat and stone walls are original.

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Fukuyama Castle
Culture & History

Fukuyama Castle

Impressive castle reconstructed right next to JR Fukuyama Station. One of the few castles visible from the shinkansen platform. Museum inside with samurai artifacts. Free to enter the grounds.

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Hiroshima Flavors

Food & Dining

Legendary okonomiyaki, plump Hiroshima oysters, Miyajima conger eel, maple leaf cakes, and sake brewing.

Okonomimura
Food & Drink

Okonomimura

Multi-story building packed with 24 okonomiyaki stalls. Watch chefs prepare Hiroshima-style layered pancakes right in front of you. Each floor has different shops with unique specialties.

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Nagata-ya Okonomiyaki
Food & Drink

Nagata-ya Okonomiyaki

Famous okonomiyaki shop near Peace Memorial Park. Known for perfectly layered Hiroshima-style pancakes with noodles. Tourist-friendly with English menu and vegan options. Usually a queue but worth it.

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Mitchan Sohonten
Food & Drink

Mitchan Sohonten

Established 1950 and considered the birthplace of Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki. Classic preparation with thin batter and generous cabbage and yakisoba layers. A living piece of culinary history.

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Rei-chan Okonomiyaki
Food & Drink

Rei-chan Okonomiyaki

Local favorite near Hiroshima Station serving traditional Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki. The cook uses time-honored methods and organic ingredients. Often a wait but beloved by locals.

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Hassho Okonomiyaki
Food & Drink

Hassho Okonomiyaki

Known for incredibly thin batter with crisp noodles and organic cabbage. One of the most refined okonomiyaki experiences in the city. Located in the entertainment district.

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Hiroshima Oysters
Food & Drink

Hiroshima Oysters

Hiroshima produces 60% of Japan's oysters. Eat them raw fried grilled or baked at restaurants across the city and on Miyajima. Peak season October to March. Plump and creamy.

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Yakigaki no Hayashi
Food & Drink

Yakigaki no Hayashi

Famous oyster restaurant on Miyajima serving freshly grilled oysters right on the main street. Watch them grill huge Hiroshima oysters over charcoal. Simple perfection. Often a line.

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Anago Meshi
Food & Drink

Anago Meshi

Grilled conger eel over seasoned rice. Miyajima's signature dish with a lighter sweeter flavor than freshwater eel. Ueno is the most famous traditional restaurant. Try the bento box version too.

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Momiji Manju
Food & Drink

Momiji Manju

Maple leaf-shaped cakes filled with sweet red bean paste. Miyajima's iconic snack since the Meiji era. Now available in matcha cheese custard and chocolate flavors too. Fresh-baked is best.

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Hiroshima Tsukemen
Food & Drink

Hiroshima Tsukemen

Cold noodles dipped in a fiery red pepper sauce. Hiroshima's unique twist on tsukemen. Spice level is customizable. Bakudanya near Hiroshima Station is a famous spot. Perfect summer meal.

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Hiroshima Sake
Food & Drink

Hiroshima Sake

Saijo district is one of Japan's three great sake brewing regions. Walk the Sake Brewery Road visiting historic breweries with free tastings. Annual Sake Festival in October draws huge crowds.

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Shukkei-en Garden
Nature & Outdoors

Shukkei-en Garden

Beautiful Japanese garden dating to 1620 in the heart of Hiroshima. Miniature recreation of famous Chinese West Lake. Tranquil ponds teahouses and seasonal flowers. A peaceful escape.

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Anago Meshi Grilled Eel
Food & Drink

Anago Meshi Grilled Eel

Grilled conger eel served over seasoned rice. Originated near Miyajima. Ueno is the most famous restaurant near the ferry terminal. Lighter and more delicate than unagi.

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Hiroshima Oyster Boat
Food & Drink

Hiroshima Oyster Boat

Hiroshima produces more oysters than any other prefecture. Try oyster boat tours or visit oyster shacks along the coast. Grilled raw fried or in hotpot. Best October to March.

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Miyajima Beer & Momiji Cider
Food & Drink

Miyajima Beer & Momiji Cider

Miyajima Brewery produces craft beer on the island, the Oyster Stout (yes, brewed with oysters) is unique. Momiji Cider is the...

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Miyajima Oysters
Food & Drink

Miyajima Oysters

Hiroshima produces 60% of Japan's oysters, Miyajima's street stalls grill them over charcoal for ¥500 per plate. The fresh, plump, ...

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Saijo Sake District (near Hiroshima)
Food & Drink

Saijo Sake District (near Hiroshima)

One of Japan's three great sake-brewing towns, 8 breweries line a walkable main street. Free tastings at most. The autumn Sake Festival...

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Miyajima Shopping Street & Shamoji
Shopping

Miyajima Shopping Street & Shamoji

The 350m shopping street from the ferry to the shrine, momiji manju, oysters, and the world's largest rice paddle (shamoji). The...

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Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki - Nagataya
Food & Drink

Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki - Nagataya

Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki is layered (not mixed like Osaka), noodles, cabbage, pork, egg stacked and griddled. Nagataya near Peace...

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Okonomimura Hiroshima
Food & Drink

Okonomimura Hiroshima

A building with 24 okonomiyaki shops on multiple floors, each with a different specialty. Pick any floor, any stall. The competition...

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Children's Peace Monument
Landmark

Children's Peace Monument

Monument topped by a girl holding a golden crane. Inspired by Sadako Sasaki who folded 1000 paper cranes while battling leukemia from...

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Okonomi-mura
Food

Okonomi-mura

Multi-story building of Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki restaurants. Pick a floor and feast.

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AEON Mall Hiroshima Fuchu
Shopping

AEON Mall Hiroshima Fuchu

Large shopping complex near Hiroshima Station. Dining, shopping, entertainment.

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Miyajima Deer
Experience

Miyajima Deer

Friendly wild deer roam freely. Great photo ops. Don't feed them paper or plastic!

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Sea Kayaking Miyajima
Activity

Sea Kayaking Miyajima

Paddle around the floating torii gate. Unique perspective. Book guided tours.

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MITSUI OUTLET PARK Hiroshima
Shopping

MITSUI OUTLET PARK Hiroshima

120+ international and Japanese brands. Open-air layout with panoramic views.

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Don Quijote Hiroshima
Don Quijote

Don Quijote Hiroshima

In shopping arcade

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Pokemon Center Hiroshima
Pokemon Center

Pokemon Center Hiroshima

In Sogo department store

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Onomichi Ramen
Ramen

Onomichi Ramen

Backfat shoyu ramen. Hillside town specialty

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Green Spaces

Nature & Parks

Japanese gardens, tree-lined boulevards, and walking trails through the city's spiritual recovery.

Mount Misen
Nature & Outdoors

Mount Misen

Sacred 535-meter peak with panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea and its islands. Ropeway to near the summit or hike through primeval forest. Eternal flame burning for 1200 years at the top temple.

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Shukkeien Garden
Nature & Outdoors

Shukkeien Garden

Elegant Japanese garden dating to 1620 with miniature landscapes representing scenic spots. Koi-filled ponds connected by arched bridges. Cherry blossoms in spring and autumn foliage. A peaceful oasis.

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Peace Boulevard
Nature & Outdoors

Peace Boulevard

Wide tree-lined boulevard running through the heart of Hiroshima. Planted after the bombing as a symbol of recovery. Beautiful cherry blossoms in spring. Street cafes and public art installations.

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Futabanosato Walking Trail
Nature & Outdoors

Futabanosato Walking Trail

10-kilometer trail through 16 temples and shrines rebuilt after the bombing. Includes Mt Futaba Peace Pagoda with city views. A peaceful walk through Hiroshima's spiritual recovery.

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Miyajima Ropeway & Mt. Misen
Nature & Outdoors

Miyajima Ropeway & Mt. Misen

Ropeway to the summit of Mt. Misen, wild deer and ancient forests along the trail. The 360-degree view from the summit shows the Seto...

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Mount Misen (Miyajima)
Hiking

Mount Misen (Miyajima)

Highest peak on Miyajima. Ropeway + hiking trails. Panoramic views. Wild deer and monkeys.

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Bunny Island Okunoshima
Island

Bunny Island Okunoshima

Hundreds of free-roaming rabbits

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Must-Do

Experiences & Day Trips

Rabbit Island, Edo-period port towns, the Shimanami Kaido cycling route, and vintage streetcar rides.

Okunoshima Rabbit Island
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Okunoshima Rabbit Island

Island in the Seto Inland Sea overrun by hundreds of friendly wild rabbits. Buy food pellets at the ferry terminal. Rabbits swarm visitors. Dark WWII history as a poison gas factory. Day trip from Hiroshima.

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Tomonoura
Experiences

Tomonoura

Picturesque Edo-period port town on the Seto Inland Sea. Narrow lanes with traditional wooden buildings. Inspiration for the movie Ponyo. Working harbor with stunning sunset views over the islands.

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Onomichi Temple Walk
Experiences

Onomichi Temple Walk

Walk through 25 temples dotted along hillside paths with stunning sea views. Narrow alleyways lined with cats. One of Japan's most charming small towns. Easy day trip from Hiroshima.

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Shimanami Kaido
Experiences

Shimanami Kaido

70-kilometer cycling route across six islands connected by bridges spanning the Seto Inland Sea. Stunning ocean views and island hopping. Rent bikes in Onomichi. One of the world's best cycling routes.

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Hiroshima Streetcar
Experiences

Hiroshima Streetcar

One of Japan's largest streetcar networks with vintage trams including some surviving the atomic bomb. An atmospheric way to get around the city. Day passes available for unlimited rides.

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Saijo Sake Brewery Street
Experiences

Saijo Sake Brewery Street

Hiroshima sake capital with seven major breweries all within walking distance of JR Saijo Station. Free tastings tours and exclusive bottles. 40 minutes from Hiroshima.

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Nagarekawa Nightlife District
Nightlife

Nagarekawa Nightlife District

Hiroshima's vibrant entertainment area with bars izakayas and clubs. Great for bar hopping. Many venues welcome foreigners. Try local craft beer at Hiroshima Brewing Company.

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Nagarekawa Entertainment District
Nightlife

Nagarekawa Entertainment District

Hiroshima central entertainment hub packed with bars izakayas and karaoke. Lively atmosphere every night. From craft beer bars to hidden cocktail lounges. The place to be after dark.

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Ekinishi Bar District
Nightlife

Ekinishi Bar District

Transforming former warehouse area west of the station into a trendy bar district. Craft cocktails wine bars and small plates. The up-and-coming spot for hip nightlife.

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Hiroshima Craft Beer
Nightlife

Hiroshima Craft Beer

Growing craft beer scene with breweries using local ingredients like Hiroshima lemons and oysters. Session Brewery and Neighborly Brewing are top picks. Raku Beer for Japanese styles.

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Explore

Attractions & Museums

Paper crane towers, art museums, the Mazda factory tour, and Hiroshima's modern cultural side.

Peace Memorial Museum
Culture & History

Peace Memorial Museum

Powerful museum telling the story of August 6 1945 through survivor testimonies and preserved artifacts. Recently renovated with deeply moving exhibits. Entry just 200 yen. Allow 2 hours.

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Hiroshima Museum of Art
Culture & History

Hiroshima Museum of Art

Beautiful circular building in the heart of the city. French Impressionist masterpieces including Monet and Renoir. The garden surrounding the museum is lovely. A calming cultural stop.

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Mazda Museum
Culture & History

Mazda Museum

Factory tour of Mazda's headquarters and assembly line. See cars being built from start to finish. Free guided tours but reservation required well in advance. A must for car enthusiasts.

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Hiroshima Orizuru Tower
Attractions

Hiroshima Orizuru Tower

Observation deck with panoramic views over Peace Memorial Park and the city. Fold a paper crane and drop it into the tower's glass-walled crane well. Modern design next to the Atomic Bomb Dome.

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Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall
Culture & History

Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall

Somber underground memorial with a 360-degree panoramic view of the destroyed city reconstructed from photos. Testimonies from survivors. Free entry. Essential companion to the Peace Museum.

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Kure Naval History Museum
Culture & History

Kure Naval History Museum

Massive 1/10 scale model of the legendary battleship Yamato. Kure naval history and shipbuilding technology. Note: Closed for renovation until March 2026. Plan accordingly.

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Tomonoura Port
Town

Tomonoura Port

Preserved Edo port. Ponyo inspiration. Lighthouse

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Souvenirs

Shopping & Markets

Covered arcades, station malls, and Miyajima's famous souvenir street.

Miyajima Omotesando Street
Shopping

Miyajima Omotesando Street

Main shopping street on Miyajima lined with souvenir shops and food stalls. Famous for grilled oysters and momiji manju (maple leaf cakes). Try the world's largest rice scoop photo spot.

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Hondori Shopping Arcade
Shopping

Hondori Shopping Arcade

Covered shopping street in central Hiroshima. Mix of fashion shops restaurants and local businesses. Connected to several other arcades creating a massive covered shopping network. Rainy day friendly.

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ASSE Shopping Mall
Shopping

ASSE Shopping Mall

Multi-floor shopping center attached to Hiroshima Station. Department stores fashion and restaurant floors. Convenient for last-minute souvenir shopping before catching the shinkansen.

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