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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.
Things to do
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima: Miyajima Peace Memorial Icons of Peace and Beauty
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Full Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Bus Tour from Hiroshima
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Top hotels in Kurahashi
Sugawa House 1
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Big room and friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Very nice breakfast buffet. Room is larger than standard hotel. Very comfortable stay.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
Simple but spacious room, having separate areas for the toilet and bath is a bonus. Location and convenience is the number one selling point, literally right next to the street car and JR station with plenty of shopping and eating options.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Hiroshima Washington Hotel
Really good hotel Excellent location Would highly recommend
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
THE KNOT Hiroshima
They could have emptied the trash.
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kurahashi
Itsukushima
If you're spending some time in Itsukushima, Daisho-in and Miyajima Aquarium 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 Fukuromachi Park and Hiroshima Central Shopping District.
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 Fukuromachi Park and Hiroshima Central Shopping District.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
