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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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Hiroshima Castle
Visit this magnificently reconstructed castle to explore its towering main keep and learn about Japanese feudal history and Samurai culture at the museum within.
Hiroshima Central Shopping District
During your visit to Hiroshima, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Hiroshima Central Shopping District. Visit the monuments in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims
Pay respects to the victims of the Hiroshima bombings in a new, contemplative space that brings together images, video and voices of survivors.
Areas of Kure
Kurahashi
While visiting Kurahashi, you might make a stop by sights like Saka Bayside Beach and Marina Hop.
Kamagari
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kamagari and surrounding area, you can visit Rantokaku Art Museum and Kenminnohama Hot Spring.
Miyahara
While Miyahara might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kure Port and Kure Old Naval Port.
Agamachi
While visiting Agamachi, you might make a stop by sights like Setonaikai National Park and Haiga Peak.
Yoshiura
Though Yoshiura might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kure Port and Yamato Museum.
Kegoyacho
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kegoyacho and surrounding area, you can visit Ondonoseto Park and Kure Port.