Enjoy Nature's Masterpiece and Exquisite Cuisine! 31 Things to Do in Hiroshima

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Written by GOOD LUCK TRIP

Embark on an expedition of highlights in Hiroshima, the sought-after home of World Heritage Sites, magnificent views created by the Seto Inland Sea and marvels of architecture at historic buildings that mingle perfectly with nature.
Go ahead and see how a visit here will reveal countless destinations to explore.
Foodies will be delighted to know that both mountain and sea have fully seasoned the food scene in Hiroshima.
Below is a roundup of why we love Hiroshima, complete with popular tourist spots, eateries and stays.
Read to the end and get inspired for your next trip in Hiroshima.

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What is Hiroshima Like?

Hiroshima sits to the southwest of Honshu, in the near-center of the Chugoku region.
Surrounded by mountains and the Seto Inland Sea, the area is dotted with numerous spots that offer captivating natural landscapes plus breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea and its speckled dusting of islands.
Itsukushima Shrine is one World Heritage Site where you’ll find one of the best spectacular views alongside historic buildings that seem perfectly intertwined with nature.
Just a simple glance will show that Hiroshima is a place of undeniably beauty, but its history is still stained by the extensive damage caused by the atomic bomb.
The World Heritage Site, the Atomic Bomb Dome, and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, which conveys the horrors of the atomic bomb and wishes for a world without nuclear weapons, are truly unique destinations you can only find in Hiroshima.
Hiroshima is also a veritable kitchen of mouthwatering cuisine, especially famous for oysters, anago (sea eel), and Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki.
For a food experience you won’t forget, make sure to try the uber-fresh seafood caught just steps away in the Seto Inland Sea.

The streets of Hiroshima, blessed with nature and a mild climate
The streets of Hiroshima, blessed with nature and a mild climate

Recommended Seasons for Visiting Hiroshima?

In nature-rich Hiroshima, you can enjoy seasonal scenery throughout the year, but autumn offers particularly beautiful landscapes.
The peak of autumn leaves typically occurs from late October to mid-November, coloring scenic spots like Miyajima and Sandan-kyo, known as one of the most secluded areas in Western Japan, in reds and yellows.
Winter is also recommended for those who want to enjoy gourmet food, as oysters and anago are in season.

Seasonal Clothing Recommendations for Hiroshima

  • Spring (March - May): Light jackets and thin sweaters
  • Summer (June - August): Light clothing, short sleeves
  • Autumn (September - November): Light jackets, coats
  • Winter (December - February): Coats, wool suits, thick sweaters, and jackets

Getting to Hiroshima?

From Tokyo, it takes about an hour and a half by plane to get to Hiroshima. From major cities like Nagoya and Osaka, it takes about an hour and a half to two hours by Shinkansen (bullet train). Hiroshima Airport runs regular international flights, making access from overseas especially easy.

Main Modes of Transportation for Hiroshima Sightseeing

Hiroshima is well built out with a full dashboard of public transportation available, including trains, buses and even streetcars, a now rare sight in Japan.
With so many options you can expect plenty of ways to get around to where you’re going with ease.
Miyajima, one of the three most scenic places in Japan, can be accessed in less than an hour from Hiroshima Station using the train and ferry.

14 Popular Tourist Spots Packed with Hiroshima's Charm

Head over to Hiroshima for a wealth of sights to see, including jaw-dropping nature and magnificent historic sites that offer a glimpse of days now gone.
Below is our curated favorites of top-notch classic spots to visit for the best of Hiroshima.

1. Hiroshima Castle

Hiroshima Castle was built in 1589 by Terumoto Mori, known as one of the five dignitaries of Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
The castle is located in the center of Hiroshima city, famous as a major tourist attraction with easy access.
Step into the Castle Tower today to find a gallery, exhibiting Japanese swords and armor before heading to the top floor observatory where all the drama of sprawling city views awaits.

A major tourist attraction situated in the center of Hiroshima city, with easy access.
A major tourist attraction situated in the center of Hiroshima city, with easy access.

2. Atomic Bomb Dome (Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park)

The Atomic Bomb Dome, in its original design, was completed as the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotional Hall, by Czech architect Jan Letzel on April 5th, 1915.
However, as it stood just 160 meters from the epicenter of the atomic bomb, it suffered severe damage from the blast.
With a gutted steel frame and damaged exterior, its known colloquially as the Atomic Bomb Dome, a building that stands in testament to the tragic history unfolded here.

An esteemed building artifact that stands in remembrance of the bombing of Japan. The Peace Bell stands at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
An esteemed building artifact that stands in remembrance of the bombing of Japan. The Peace Bell stands at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

3. Itsukushima Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine stands in mystique atop the island of Itsukushima, which is also known as the island of gods.
The locals say that the shrine was founded in 593 by Saeki no Kuramoto to enshrine the 3 goddess figures “Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto,” “Tagorihime-no-Mikoto,” and “Tagitsuhime-no-Mikoto”.
Famous for granting a wide list of benefits, these three goddesses as are worshipped as the goddesses of the sea, transportation, fortune, and art. Most of the shrine buildings on the grounds have been designated as national treasures and Important Cultural Properties.
The grand torii gate, standing in the sea, has undergone a significant renovation known as the "Reiwa Great Renovation," spanning three and a half years and completed in 2022.

A Shrine Registered as a World Heritage Site as of 1996.
A Shrine Registered as a World Heritage Site as of 1996.

4. Tomonoura

Tomonoura is beloved nicknamed the “tide waiting port” for its long history guiding boats along its perfect tides.
It has also been celebrated in the Manyoshu, the oldest collection of Japanese poems.
Home to floating isles in the Seto Inland Sea, Sensui and Benten islands, it is also part of Setonaikai National Park, Japan’s first designated national park.
This picturesque town has seen a number of featured cameos as film locations in famous Hollywood movies, while also inspiring scenes from locally beloved anime, and drawing eyes around the world as a popular tourist destination today.

The bay from famous Hollywood movies, anime and the Manyoshu anthology
The bay from famous Hollywood movies, anime and the Manyoshu anthology

5. Yamato Museum(Kure Maritime Museum)

Kure Maritime Museum, also known as The Yamato Museum, is a museum where the centerpiece is the world's largest battleship "Yamato battleship" from World War II.
A visit here will highlight some of the intriguing history, science and technology that bolstered Kure over time.
The one-tenth scale replica of the battleship Yamato is reborn today using its original blueprints, photographs from diving surveys and collective crew memories.
The iconic model warship serves at this museum as a historic testament to the importance of peace and to the magnificence of science and technology to future generations.

A museum that showcases Kure’s exquisite shipbuilding technology and teaches about the history and technology of shipbuilding centers.
A museum that showcases Kure’s exquisite shipbuilding technology and teaches about the history and technology of shipbuilding centers.

6. Hiroshima Orizuru Tower

A multiplex hub adjacent to the Atomic Bomb Dome, this landmark tower in Hiroshima invites visitors to the forefront of stirring scenery and unforgettable experiences that can only be found here. As a sightseeing area, the Souvenir select (product hall) and café on the first floor, Orizuru Square and Orizuru Wall on the 12th floor, and the Hiroshima Hills observatory deck on the roof are open to the public.
The rooftop observatory is a pleasant deck space that offers cozy, breezy open air with the added warmth of wooden deck design. Views from here can see out towards Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome, but on a clear day, even as far as Miyajima's Mt. Misen.

This is a place where everyone can experience the unique Hiroshima experience of making an "Orizuru Wall (Paper Crane Wall)" with prayers.
This is a place where everyone can experience the unique Hiroshima experience of making an "Orizuru Wall (Paper Crane Wall)" with prayers.

7. Miyajima Aquarium "Miyaji Marine"

An aquarium on Miyajima, the island known for the World Heritage Site, Itsukushima Shrine. These easy stop is just a 5-minute walk from the exit of Itsukushima Shrine, making for an easy add-on as you swing by.
The Japanese-style architecture features a tile roof and impressive design made to fit the historic landscape of Miyajima. Inside, the aquarium keeps a cohort of some 15,000 aquatic creatures, including 380 species of fish and mammals.

An Aquarium on the World Heritage Island of Miyajima, Where You Can Interact with Aquatic Creatures
An Aquarium on the World Heritage Island of Miyajima, Where You Can Interact with Aquatic Creatures

8. Shimanami Kaido (Seaway)

Shimanami Kaido is a 60-km long road connecting Honshu and Shikoku.
It connects Onomichi City in Hiroshima Prefecture to Imabari City in Ehime Prefecture, and bridges six islands in the Seto Inland Sea. For roads, the entire sector is made up of the connecting Nishi-Seto Expressway, Ikuchijima Road and Oshima Road.
With the exception of the Shin-Onomichi Bridge, each bridge is equipped with a motorcycle road and paths for bicycles and pedestrians, allowing cyclists to enjoy the scenery of the islands in the Seto Inland Sea.
The cycling path is also famous as the first "cross-strait bicycle path" in Japan.

A beautiful sea road connecting Honshu and Shikoku, famous as a sacred place for cyclists.
A beautiful sea road connecting Honshu and Shikoku, famous as a sacred place for cyclists.

9. JMSDF (Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force) Kure Museum (Iron Whale Museum)

Submarine Akishio carried out a number of thrilling missions during the years between 1986 to 2004 and now stands open to the public as a museum at JMSDF Kure Museum, lovingly coined the “Iron Whale Museum”.
Step inside to see Japan’s premier and only museum offering a chance to explore the inside of a submarine once commissioned in the past.
The interior of submarine Akishio was preserved almost exactly as it was when it was still in service, offering an deep-dive look to the space where the crew actually lived, and a peep through the two types of periscopes to look out over Kure bay.

The only museum in Japan where you can explore the inside of a submarine used in the past.
The only museum in Japan where you can explore the inside of a submarine used in the past.

10. Shukkeien Garden

Shukkeien Garden dates back to 1620 when acclaimed feudal lord Asano Nagaakira ruled the Hiroshima area and ordered the construction of the garden for his villa.
Both crane and turtle island sit in the center pond, Takueichi, and represent the theme of longevity.
Take a loop around the pond to find teahouses and small cottages, hand-crafted “mountains”, rivers and islands arranged to cleverly recreate miniaturized landscapes.

Japanese Garden with beautiful scenery throughout the year, located in downtown Hiroshima.
Japanese Garden with beautiful scenery throughout the year, located in downtown Hiroshima.

11. Okunoshima (Rabbit Island)

A small island of about 4 km in circumference, designated as Seto Inland Sea National Park.
It is also known as the "island wiped off the map" because it was once home to a poison gas factory.
Today, the island is home to more than 300-600 rabbits.
You may recognize the name from viral posts across social media mentioning “Rabbit Island”, a coveted buzzpoint grabbing the attention of visitors from Japan and abroad.

Rabbit Island is a small island with a circumference of about 4 km, inhabited by 300-600 rabbits.
Rabbit Island is a small island with a circumference of about 4 km, inhabited by 300-600 rabbits.

12. Sandan-kyo

Designated as a national Special Place of Scenic Beauty, Sandan-kyo is a coveted, secluded site in Western Japan. The entire ravine measures about 16 kilometers. Make your way down to the man-powered ferryboat for a ride hugged by superb scenery in the gorge that reveals like the worlds in a Sansuiga painting. The Five Great Sceneries along the way include Kurobuchi, Sarutobi, Nidan Falls, Sandan Falls and Mitsudaki Falls, true bucket-list favorites you’ll not soon forget.

Walk around the special national attractions in Hiroshima Prefecture and enter a world as poetic as landscape painting of Sansuiga (type of Japanese painting)
Walk around the special national attractions in Hiroshima Prefecture and enter a world as poetic as landscape painting of Sansuiga (type of Japanese painting)

13. Mount Misen

Mt. Misen, the legendary site called “God’s Island” sits centrally atop Miyajima Island in Hiroshima Prefecture. Ever since its founding in 806 AD by the great monk Kobo Daishi, this mountain has remained a sought-after, sacred peak of mountain worship. The untouched Mt. Misen primeval forest, along with the Itsukushima Shrine, have all been designated as a World Heritage site.

Gaze upon the breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea from the summit of this sacred mountain, revered for centuries.
Gaze upon the breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea from the summit of this sacred mountain, revered for centuries.

14. Ondo no Seto townscape

It is said that the strait between Kegoya-cho, Kure City, and Kurahashi Island was cultivated as a new shipping route over 800 years ago in 1162 by Taira no Kiyomori, a powerful man of the time, over a period of about ten months. The strait is about 90 meters wide and is known as a difficult place for ships due to its fast currents, but even today, about 700 ships of all sizes come and go each day, offering the unique and thrilling scenery of this Setouchi town.

Legend has it that the area was developed by Taira no Kiyomori over 800 years ago. The boats that come and go have an emotional impact along with the scenery of the Setouchi area.
Legend has it that the area was developed by Taira no Kiyomori over 800 years ago. The boats that come and go have an emotional impact along with the scenery of the Setouchi area.

Enjoy Local Cuisine and Fresh Ingredients! Top 5 Popular Eateries in Hiroshima

Hiroshima is an undeniably delicious treasure trove of ample local bites and delicacies raised by the nearby mountains and sea. Next up, here’s our hand-plucked favorites for scrumptious eats to try in Hiroshima.

1. Yagenbori Hassho

Yagenbori Hassho is a top-notch, stand-out spot for okonomiyaki above all others in Hiroshima. The shop sees long lines at the restaurant door each day, drawing a large helping of buzz and media coverage.
Expect okonomiyaki cooking times around 20-30 minutes.
The Chinese noodles inside the okonomiyaki are grilled until crisp for a texture profile that’s truly superb.

Worth the wait! A popular Okonomiyaki restaurant that is representative of Hiroshima Prefecture
Worth the wait! A popular Okonomiyaki restaurant that is representative of Hiroshima Prefecture

2. Kakiya

A specialty oyster restaurant located in the center of Miyajima Omotesando Shotengai (a shopping street) that leads to Itsukushima shrine.
The mainstay here is ”Jigozen oysters” known as one of the highest, premium quality of Hiroshima Prefecture famous oysters. Step in for a bite with the lightest of seasonings, a testament to just how good Kakiya oysters are.

A specialty oyster restaurant where one can enjoy fine oysters and wine in a stylish setting.
A specialty oyster restaurant where one can enjoy fine oysters and wine in a stylish setting.

3. Onomichi Ramen Ichibankan

Onomichi Ramen specialty restaurant set in front of Sumiyoshi Shrine along the coastal road of Onomichi Kaigan-dori.
This spot got its start originally as a popular mail order meal that got so hot they launched a full-on noodle shop.
The noodles are freshly-made, flat aged noodles that perfectly grab up the broth as you go. With a trusty chew and tasty bite that never goes soft, you can enjoy these scrumptiously firm noodles to the very end.

A restaurant that actually originated from a popular mail order ramen.
A restaurant that actually originated from a popular mail order ramen.

4. Fujitaya

Fujitaya, established in 1902, is a long-loved brand serving up “Anagomeshi” in the residential neighborhood near Itsukushima Shrine. Anagomeshi is a local delight that hails from Miyajmi, served “donburi” style over a bed of rice with conger eel fileted and opened for a dredging of soy sauce-based sauce before heading back to the grill.
Fujitaya is famous, the only Michelin one star restaurant in Miyajima. The main dish is exclusively Anagomeshi (comes with Osuimono, a light broth with seafood and/or vegetables, and Japanese pickles).

The sole one Michelin star restaurant in Miyajima, with its exquisite Anagomeshi (conger eel over rice).
The sole one Michelin star restaurant in Miyajima, with its exquisite Anagomeshi (conger eel over rice).

5. Karasawa

Karasawa is an ice cream specialist shop on the waterfront, about 8 minutes on foot from the Onomichi Station.
The signature item, Ice Monaka (a wafer ice cream sandwich), is always made to order by sandwiching ice cream between the Monaka wafers. The thin crispy wafer is aromatic and lightly sweet thanks to the many eggs used to make the ice cream.

Homemade ice cream with a nostalgic flavor that has been long loved in Onomichi City
Homemade ice cream with a nostalgic flavor that has been long loved in Onomichi City

From Local Specialties to the Latest Items! Top 3 Popular Shopping Spots in Hiroshima

Hiroshima may be known for its amazingly travel-worthy sites, but its also no stranger to great shopping. Here’s a look at shopping hubs and malls with all the best of products and latest trends in addition to Hiroshima local delights for you to browse and shop all day. If shopping in Hiroshima sounds right to you, make sure to get up and go to the spots listed here.

1. Hiroshima Marina Hop

Hiroshima Marina Hop is the larger than life multiplex mall just steps from the sea of Hiroshima.
Step inside to find a wave of shops to browse including fashion, sports and outdoor goods, cars and bike goods and a pet shop.
Your inner foodie will be glad to know that many of the tasty restaurants offer seating with an ocean view.

A large seaside multi-facility complex overlooking the Seto Inland Sea.
A large seaside multi-facility complex overlooking the Seto Inland Sea.

2. LECT

LECT is the shopping mall found in Nishi-ku, Hiroshima. Here you’ll find some 150 different names and brands under the banner of “gotta go today, even without a reason” and a general sense of providing one more spot to make your own via “knowledge, food and living”.

Events, reading and eating - a shopping mall where one can spend all day!
Events, reading and eating - a shopping mall where one can spend all day!

3. Onomichi Emonya

Onomichi Emonya is the go-to souvenir shop and biggest variety in Onomichi, with some 500 different items to browse.
“Emon” means “high-quality product” in the Onomichi dialect. True to its name, Onomichi Emonya delivers with the finest selection of items. Many people love this spot for the vintage building, a renovated merchant house from the Meiji era.

The largest souvenir shop in Onomichi with a selection of 500 items.
The largest souvenir shop in Onomichi with a selection of 500 items.

Recharge with Beautiful Scenery and Comfortable Spaces! Top 3 Recommended Stays in Hiroshima

If you're touring Hiroshima, it's worth being a little picky about your stay. Great views and backdrops are a shoe-in, but with these names below you’ve bound for a stay in Hiroshima that provides the utmost in comfort and chance to truly recharge from the day.

1. Kinoe Onsen Hotel Seifukan

This hot-spring hotel is located in Osakikamijima, the only island without a bridge among the islands of the Akinada-Tobishima Kaido that are otherwise connected by seven bridges. This elite destination is accessed exclusively by a 30 minute boat from Takehara port, offering the full thrills of travel as you make your way.
Kinoe Onsen Hotel Seifukan is located on the higher ground in Osakikamijima island, in the middle of the Seto Inland Sea. No matter which balcony or room, you’re in for a chance to feast your eyes on the glorious waters, dusted with islands and ships sailing in the Seto Inland Sea.

The hot-spring hotel is located at the higher ground on Osakikamijima island which isn’t connected with bridges to the other island on Akinada-Tobishima Kaido.
The hot-spring hotel is located at the higher ground on Osakikamijima island which isn’t connected with bridges to the other island on Akinada-Tobishima Kaido.

2. Hotel Miyajima Villa

A modern Japanese-style hotel that opened in 2017, just a minute's walk from the Miyajima pier. Produced by the inn Kinsuikan which boasts over 120 years of history in Miyajima, it is conceived as "a Miyajima home for adults," where guests can relax as if at their own villa.
Each room has its unique features, including ocean views, lofts, and bathrooms with a view, allowing for a fresh and enjoyable stay with every visit.

Enjoy a Resort Stay in Miyajima! A Modern Japanese Hotel Where Adults Can Relax in a Villa-like Atmosphere
Enjoy a Resort Stay in Miyajima! A Modern Japanese Hotel Where Adults Can Relax in a Villa-like Atmosphere

3. Itsukushima Iroha

Just a 5-minute walk from the Miyajima pier and directly in front of Omotesando shopping street, "Itsukushima Iroha" is a new type of lodging that overturns the conventional image of inns and hotels.
The interior, adorned with natural materials such as wood, stone, and washi paper, and lined with unique designer chairs, offers a refined and high-quality space.
Of particular note are the two newly established suite rooms, each with a different character, added during the renovation in 2022.

Experience Comfort and Relaxation at an Inn Offering a Sophisticated Modern Japanese Atmosphere
Experience Comfort and Relaxation at an Inn Offering a Sophisticated Modern Japanese Atmosphere

Guaranteed to delight! Top 3 Popular Souvenirs from Hiroshima

Hiroshima is a breadbasket of delicious foods and its souvenirs are no different. To start, the hand-made sweets, pastries and elaborate, fresh bites made from Hiroshima ingredients are sure to tickle your fancy. Here’s a roundup of popular Hiroshima tastes you can shop and bring home to your friends.

1. Nishikido "Momiji Manju"

Momiji manju, a classic confectionery from Hiroshima, is available at many local shops. However, Nishikido's Momiji manju, known for its subtly sweet and simple taste, is delicious and has been recognized as an outstanding specialty product under The Hiroshima Brand.
Their Nama Momiji, a fresh, confectionery-style Momiji manju made with select mochi and rice flours, is also popular for its elegant flavor and chewy texture.

The Classic Hiroshima Souvenir: Momiji Manju
The Classic Hiroshima Souvenir: Momiji Manju
Store Name
Hiroshima Hikarimachi Main Store
Address
1-13-23 Hikarimachi, Higashi Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, 732-0052
Business Hours
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

2. Maruichi Shop "Kaki marugotosennbei"

Maruichi Shop, an established oyster specialty store with over 120 years of history, is famous for its wide range of products, including fresh oysters and oysters marinated in oil.
Their "Whole Oyster Senbei" features a whole, rich oyster atop a sweet potato-based dough, baked to perfection.
The crispy texture, the flavor of the oyster, and the sweetness of the potato make this a memorable delicacy.
Swing by and try a taste of the recognized “outstanding local product by” The Hiroshima Brand.

Unique to Oyster Specialty Stores: "Kaki marugotosennbe"
Unique to Oyster Specialty Stores: "Kaki marugotosennbe"
Retailer
ekie
Address
1-2, Matsubara-cho, Minami-ku,Hiroshima City 732-0822
Business Hours
Varies by store

3. Kyorakudo "hitotubu Muscat"

A traditional confectionery store that offers Japanese-style sweets made with seasonal fruits.
Not only are their classic sweets a staple, but their seasonal limited-time offerings are also not to be missed. One of Kyorakudo's summer signatures is "A Single Grape Muscat," a confection where a fresh muscat grape is wrapped in gyuhi.
Gyuhi is a thin mochi made by mixing pounded rice flour with syrup and sugar.
The subtly sweet gyuhi and the sweet and sour taste of the muscat grape combine to create a superb sweet that spreads delightfully in your mouth.

"hitotubu Muscat" Candy Made with Freshly Picked, Morning-Harvested Muscats
"hitotubu Muscat" Candy Made with Freshly Picked, Morning-Harvested Muscats
Store Name
Kyorakudo Shunka Shunka Ekie Hiroshima Store
Address
2F Ekie Hiroshima Store (inside ekie Souvenir Hall), 1-2 Matsubara-cho, Minami-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, 732-0822(ekie)
Business Hours
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Must-Attend Events to Fully Enjoy Hiroshima: Top 3 Picks

From festivals to bolster business and illuminations to events that let you fully enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Seto Inland Sea, there's a wide variety of programming to visit in a true delight to the eyes and heart.
If you want to make the most of your Hiroshima experience, try lining up your travel dates with some of the moments below.

1. Hiroshima Ebisu Festival

This is one of the three major festivals in Hiroshima, with a history of over 400 years.
It takes place at Ebisu Shrine, located on "Ebisu Street" in the heart of Hiroshima City, dedicated to the god of business prosperity. A big sale is held in the shopping district around the shrine, and stalls sell rakes decorated with good luck charms such as large and small gold coins, treasure ships, and sea bream.
You can also enjoy Kagura dances and taiko drum performances, bustling with people wishing for business success and happiness.
The Hiroshima Ebisu Festival, heralding the arrival of winter in Hiroshima, is held annually from November 18th to 20th.

The bustling shopping district during the Hiroshima Ebisu Festival
The bustling shopping district during the Hiroshima Ebisu Festival

2. Hiroshima Dreamination

The Hiroshima Dreamination lights up the heart of Hiroshima City with the theme of "A Fairy Tale Land."
Held annually from November 17th to January 3rd, the event features 1.1 million LED lights decorating the city.
The illumination around JR Hiroshima Station is a must-see for families and couples alike. After dinner, take a stroll through the enchanting, illuminated streets of Hiroshima.

The Theme of a Beautiful Fairy Tale Land: "Hiroshima Dreamination"
The Theme of a Beautiful Fairy Tale Land: "Hiroshima Dreamination"

3. Shimanami Kaido (Seaway)

The "Shimanami Kaido (Seaway)" is a stamp rally that awards travelers along the approximately 70 km long Shimanami Kaido by bicycle or on foot.
Many cyclists from around the world know Shimanami Kaido is a premier biking destination.
From the Tatara Ohashi, which connects Hiroshima Prefecture and Ehime Prefecture across the sea, you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the many islands dotting the Seto Inland Sea.
Enjoy walking or cycling while taking in the beautiful scenery.
Participants can visit checkpoints in any order at any time, and those who complete the course receive a commemorative gift.
Participation is free, held annually each year in March.

The Sea Route Woven by Beautiful Islands and the Bridges Connecting Them
The Sea Route Woven by Beautiful Islands and the Bridges Connecting Them

Frequently Asked Questions about Hiroshima Tourism

Q

What are the popular tourist spots in Hiroshima?

A

The Itsukushima Shrine and the Atomic Bomb Dome, both World Heritage Sites, are especially popular tourist spots.

Q

When is the best time to see autumn leaves in Hiroshima?

A

You can enjoy beautiful autumn foliage from late October to mid-November.

Q

When is the cherry blossom season in Hiroshima?

A

The cherry blossoms are best viewed from late March to early April.

Wrap-up

Hiroshima is packed to the gills with things to see, even with World Heritage sites and beautiful natural landscapes.
The destinations are one major draw, but don’t forget to sample the food scene and exquisite plates that waits for you to try.
Keep this guide in your arsenal of tips and prepare for a visit to the best of destnations, stays and so much more without missing a beat.