Kurahashi
Hiroshima
Popular places to visit
Itsukushima Shrine
Walk along wooden piers and observe the captivating sights of this Shinto shrine that appears to float on the water offshore from Miyajima Island.
Atomic Bomb Dome
The only building still standing in the atomic bomb’s devastating hypocenter now crests the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, symbolizing the city’s plea for peace.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Spend a day reflecting on the atomic bombing that devastated Hiroshima in 1945 and discover the city’s mission for peace at this beautifully designed park in the city center.
Miyajima Ferry Terminal
Take a relaxing and scenic ferry trip to the sacred island of Miyajima and begin your journey to serene shrines and a tranquil mountain peak.
Hiroshima Green Arena
Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Learn about the catastrophic impact the atomic bomb had on Hiroshima through personal stories, scientific documentation and real footage at this museum dedicated to world peace.
Things to do
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Hiroshima: Miyajima Peace Memorial Icons of Peace and Beauty
Top hotels in Kurahashi
Sugawa House 1
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Excellent attention by staff, excellent amenities, breakfast is delicious and location is perfect.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
The room was clean and comfortable. The bathroom was very clean.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Hilton Hiroshima
Incredible room, fantastic service, good workout area and an incredible onsen to relax after a long day of walking. Staff are amazing, accommodating and very helpful. Great hotel with a good location within walking distance of everything you want to see in Nagasaki.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Hotel is central to tourist attractions. Hotel is clean and quiet. Good water pressure and plenty of hot water in bathroom!
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Nice location
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kurahashi
Itsukushima
If you're spending some time in Itsukushima, Mount Misen and Daisho-in are top sights worth seeing.
Minami Ward
While you're in Minami Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art or Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.
Naka Ward
Travelers love Naka Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Hiroshima by jumping on the metro at Funairi-hon-machi Station or Funairi-saiwai-cho Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
Fuchu-cho
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Fuchu-cho. You might want to make time for a stop at Mazda Museum or Mikumarikyo Forest Park.
Nagarekawacho
Though Nagarekawacho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
