All Reviews of Hiroshima Castle

Mid to late November is fall foliage season in Japan, and the trees around Hiroshima Castle gradually turn a mix of golden yellow, orange-red, and green. Paired with the majestic, old-fashioned black-and-white castle tower, the whole scene looks like a beautiful autumn landscape painting. No matter where you take a photo, it has a distinctly Japanese feel.
Strolling along the moat and stone-wall paths into the castle, you can not only experience its rich history but also enjoy the beautiful gardens decorated with autumn leaves. There also aren't too many visitors in November, making it very relaxing and comfortable to explore. I highly recommend adding Hiroshima Castle to your walking itinerary when visiting Hiroshima during the fall foliage season. You're sure to come away with plenty of romantic autumn memories!

Visiting Hiroshima Castle made me feel the strength of a city continually rebuilding itself through the tides of history. Hiroshima Castle was originally built by Mori Terumoto in 1589 and marked an important starting point in Hiroshima's historical development. The original castle structures remained intact until the final days of World War II, but were destroyed by the powerful blast and fires caused by the atomic bombing in 1945. The Hiroshima Castle we see today was reconstructed after the war to resemble the original, which makes it feel even more precious.

In addition to the reconstructed castle tower, you can find old stone walls, ruins, and traces of history throughout the park. The trees that survived the atomic bombing are still growing strong, offering a powerful sense of life's resilience. Walking through the grounds, you can almost see the process of Hiroshima gradually recovering from the devastation of war and getting back on its feet. The castle displays many historical artifacts and documents, and the explanations are quite engaging. I recommend allowing 1 to 2 hours for your visit so you can take your time experiencing the history and memories held by Hiroshima Castle.

Walking into Hiroshima Castle isn't just about admiring a castle; it feels more like reading the history of the city.
**Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine**, located within the castle grounds, is where the Hiroshima Toyo Carp hold their annual prayers for victory. It also has super-cute carp-themed charms and fortune slips that baseball fans definitely shouldn't miss. Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine stands on the former site of Hiroshima Castle, and its current buildings were relocated here after the atomic bombing.
Hiroshima Castle is surrounded by a moat. If you have enough time, I highly recommend taking a sightseeing boat and slowly enjoying the view of the castle tower reflected on the water. The perspective is completely different from the view on land. Along the way, you can also see stone walls bearing traces of the atomic bombing and trees that were exposed to the blast yet have survived to this day, letting you enjoy the scenery while reflecting on the years this city has lived through.
I really like Hiroshima Castle. It isn't as lively as Osaka Castle or as magnificent as Himeji Castle, but it has a greater sense of peace and history. Here, you can slow down, take a walk, snap some photos, and experience Hiroshima's unique charm. ❤️

The autumn leaves here are beautiful, and there’s something to enjoy in every season.

The castle was destroyed by the atomic bomb but was later rebuilt to look like the original. Inside the main keep, there's a museum focused on samurai culture. The view from the observation deck on the 5th floor is fantastic.

It's been rebuilt, so it's not the original. Honestly, not worth seeing!

Even though the current main keep was rebuilt in 1958, there are still lots of historical items and documents preserved inside. There's also a coin-operated telescope and a souvenir coin machine on the top floor.

You can dress up in samurai armor or a kimono and take photos—it's a fun way to experience being a Japanese samurai for a moment.

You can go up to the top floor of the main keep and get a great view of Hiroshima city.

The view of the surrounding area is just okay, since this part of the city is now the downtown area, so it's mostly tall buildings.