It’s not really a big shopping mall. It’s more focused on food and buying souvenirs.
You can pretty much see everything in about an hour.

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ekie
A commercial facility directly connected to Hiroshima Station, bringing together restaurants and souvenir shops that are easy to stop by at the start or end of your journey.
Located just beyond the ticket gates, this commercial facility is easy to stop by between sightseeing plans or while transferring trains. ekie, directly connected to the south exit of Hiroshima Station, brings together restaurants and souvenir shops, making it a convenient place to visit at the start or end of your trip.
Inside, you’ll find specialty restaurants serving Hiroshima’s famous okonomiyaki, along with shops offering sweets and souvenirs made with local lemons-perfect for getting a taste of “Hiroshima” even if you’re short on time.
There are also tax-free souvenir shops, making it convenient for international visitors or travelers who want to continue their journey without extra luggage. With excellent access to the Shinkansen, local trains, and airport connections, ekie is an ideal stop along the way to major sightseeing spots. Do note that lunchtime and early evening can get crowded, so visiting a bit earlier is recommended.
Highlights
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Directly connected to Hiroshima Station, making it easy to stop by before or after sightseeing or between transfers.
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Enjoy local flavors such as Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki and lemon-based sweets, even on a short visit.
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Features tax-free souvenir shops with multilingual support, convenient for international travelers.
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Excellent access to the Shinkansen, local trains, and airport connections-ideal for the start or end of a trip.
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Lunchtime and early evening tend to be busy, so visiting earlier is recommended.
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With a wide selection of dining and souvenir options, it’s a convenient stop at the beginning or end of your trip.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
Sorry, we don’t.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
Yes, it is.
https://www.minamoa-ekie.jp/service/
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Are coin lockers available?
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Do you offer tax-free services?
Yes, we do. https://www.minamoa-ekie.jp/news/?id=224
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Are there any smoking areas?
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Are there any sightseeing spots nearby?
Hiroshima Toshogu Shrine.
Reviews
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- エキエ
- Postal Code
- 732-0822
- Address
- 1-2 Matsubaracho, Minami-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima
- Closed
- Irregular holidays
- Business Hours
- Varies by store
- Access
- Directly connected to Any Line’s Hiroshima Station.
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)
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