2026 Hiroshima Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in March)

NEW OPEN January 2026🎉 A must-visit for besties traveling together! A breathtaking resort hotel embraced 360° by the Seto Inland Sea✨ 📍Shodoshima International Hotel 🏖️Address: Ko 24-67, Tonosho-cho, Shodoshima-gun, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan 🌊Facing the Seto Inland Sea, unbeatable sea views right from your window! ✨Hotel Highlights✨ ☁️【Infinity Sea View Rooms】 - Every room features extra-large floor-to-ceiling sea view windows - Premium twin rooms come with a kitchen + laundry room - Embraces a "self-hospitality" concept, feeling as comfortable as home🌿 🌅【Dreamy SPA Moments】 ♨️Hot Spring SPA "SPA edén SETOUCHI" - Infinity pool seamlessly connected to the horizon - Luxurious Finnish sauna room accommodating 20 people - Operating hours: 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Soaking in the hot spring while watching the sunrise is no longer a dream!) 🍽️【Exquisite Dining Experience】 Main restaurant offers: - Fresh local seafood from Shodoshima - Mediterranean cuisine - Specialty Spanish dishes 🌈Other Highlights: ✔️9 room types available (including ultra-luxury sea view suites) ✔️Watch the island’s 20th anniversary fireworks and drone show in March🎆 ✔️Hotel exterior perfectly blends with the island’s natural scenery 💭Guest Experience: "Healed by the beautiful views from morning till night🌅 Completely immersed in the nature of the Seto Inland Sea Found a long-lost sense of peace...😌" 📸Photo Spots: 1. Room with 270° sea view floor-to-ceiling windows 2. Infinity pool 3. Terrace restaurant 4. Finnish sauna room 5. Hotel exterior with Instagram-worthy architecture

If you go to Hiroshima, you definitely have to try okonomiyaki! Hiroshima okonomiyaki is characterized by the amount of cabbage and noodles it contains. 💡 Most restaurants offer a choice of Chinese noodles or udon noodles. Enjoy it with a generous amount of sauce, which varies by restaurant. 🍴 This time, I'll introduce some recommended restaurants I've actually visited. ✍🏻✨ ① Mitchan Souhonten A long-established restaurant known as the originator of Hiroshima okonomiyaki. 📍 Established in 1950, this restaurant preserves its traditional flavor and is a must-try when you visit Hiroshima. 🥢 It's so popular, there's always a line, even on weekdays. ✨ ② Icchan This is my favorite restaurant. 💁🏻♀️ The owner is a master chef featured on NHK's "Professional: Work Style," and was awarded a Bib Gourmand in the Hiroshima edition of the Michelin Guide in 2013 and 2018. 👑 It has received high praise from both the Michelin Guide and Tabelog, so be sure to give it a try. ♩ ③ Reichan Established in 1957, Reichan serves exquisite okonomiyaki made with the same care and attention to detail. The counter seats are cooked right in front of you, so it's fun to watch while you wait. 🌟 It's located inside the Hiroshima Station building, Ekie, so it's convenient to stop by before or after boarding the Shinkansen. 👏🏼 #Hiroshima #hiroshima #HiroshimaTourism #DomesticTravel #Tourism #Gourmet #Okonomiyaki

Miyajima is a famous tourist destination in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, renowned for its magnificent natural scenery and sacred religious culture, and is considered one of the "Three Views of Japan"! Named "Miyajima" after Itsukushima Shrine, which enshrines deities on the island, it has been a sacred place where faith and nature coexist since ancient times. 🚄Transportation: Take the JR train from Hiroshima City to Miyajimaguchi Station, then transfer to a ferry (approximately 10 minutes). ⛴️Ferry Information: Ferry ticket: 500 yen round trip, plus a 100 yen tax voucher. 🏯Must-Visit Attractions: ⛩️Itsukushima Shrine: A World Heritage Site, famous for its "Great Torii Gate," which appears to float on the sea with the tides. 🍱Must-Try Food: When visiting Hiroshima, be sure to try Hiroshima oysters! 🦪 Almost every food stall sells different types of grilled oysters, each one fresh and plump—a quintessential local seafood! 👍 ⭐Tips⭐ - Visit in autumn to see abundant autumn foliage 🍁 - You can see adorable deer on Miyajima Island 🫎 - Check online tide forecasts to see tidal changes. #Miyajima #Hiroshima #Japan #JanuaryDestinations2026

On our first trip to Hiroshima, we packed three days full of everything we wanted to see! [Day 1] 2:00 PM 🚅 Arrive Hiroshima Station 2:15 PM 🍴 Lunch (Okonomiyaki) 3:30 PM 👀 Hiroshima Castle 4:30 PM 👀 Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine 5:30 PM 🏨 Hotel Check-in 6:30 PM 🍴 Dinner (Oyster Hot Pot) 💡 On the day we arrived, many of the street-side okonomiyaki restaurants were closed, so we had lunch at a restaurant inside the station building, Ekie. 💡 The interior of Hiroshima Castle's main tower will close on March 22, 2026. Don't miss this opportunity! [Day 2] 9:00 🚃 Arrive at Miyajima 9:45 👀 Visit Itsukushima Shrine 10:45 🍴 Stroll along Omotesando and enjoy some food 14:30 🚃 Miyajimaguchi Station -----▸ Hiroshima Station (approx. 1 hour) 15:30 👀 Atomic Bomb Dome and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum 18:00 🏨 Arrive at hotel 💡 The view of Itsukushima Shrine changes at high and low tide, so we recommend checking the tide before you go. 💡 It took 2-3 hours just to see the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum from start to finish. We recommend allowing yourself plenty of time. [Day 3] 9:00 🏨 Hotel check-out 11:00 🚃 Arrive in Onomichi 11:30 🍴 Lunch (Onomichi Ramen) 12:00 👀 Senkoji Park 12:30 👀 Visit Senkoji Temple 1:00 🚶 Stroll and descend 2:00 🚃 Onomichi Station -----▸ Hiroshima Station (approx. 1.5 hours) 3:30 🛍 Souvenir shopping 5:00 🚅 Depart Hiroshima Station 💡 We took the ropeway up to Senkoji Park We walked down along the Literary Path and Cat Narrow Path. 💡 Since this was a half-day trip, we only toured the area around Onomichi Station. Next time, we'd like to stay overnight and fully enjoy this place. My first trip to Hiroshima was packed with all the places I wanted to see. From delicious food to beautiful scenery, it was a truly memorable trip. #wintertrip #girlstrip #foodietrip #Hiroshima #Miyajima #Onomichi #ItsukushimaShrine

As a travel photography blogger, I finally admit... I really can't take portraits 🤣 But! In this snowy wonderland of Hiroshima ✨ I discovered a principle: Even if you just stand quietly there, no need to pose or make deliberate moves, you can still take stunning photos! 📸 ❄️ Snow photography tips: 1. Choose the right color! Red-toned tops are recommended～ 2. A warm plush hat 🎩 is the perfect finishing touch 3. Quietly wait for the snowflakes to fall; natural is the most beautiful state 4. No need to force poses! Natural is the most beautiful 💕 (Although... can I admit it’s really just because I’m too cold to move? 🤫) Every minute of daydreaming in the snow is a pleasure Let the snow naturally freeze into the most beautiful backdrop Wait for the wind, wait for the snow to stop Such moments are wonderful too!

🇯🇵 Who says you can't see snow in Hiroshima?! The early-year cold wave turned this place into a fairy tale world wrapped in silver❄️ This is the winter-only beautiful scene I stumbled upon while visiting Miyajima for New Year's greetings📷 The island covered in a thin layer of snow looks so dreamy! You can even spot deer napping in the fallen leaves🦌 📍 Location: Miyajima (Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture) 🚢 Transportation: Take the JR Sanyo Line from Hiroshima Station to Miyajimaguchi Station, then transfer to a ferry for about 10 minutes My hands went numb from the cold while taking these photos🤧 But it was worth it to capture the stunning scene of the shrine and deer together in the snow! They say Miyajima only sees snow a few days a year～ The white snowy landscape paired with the vermilion torii gates of the shrine makes every shot postcard-worthy💕 Here’s a little tip for everyone👇 The best time to shoot is between 6-7 AM Fewer tourists, purest snow scenery You can also capture the mystical morning mist like in my photos🌫️ Although it’s so cold my nose almost froze... Miyajima’s winter has an indescribable peaceful beauty If you want to enjoy the snowy scenery and pray for blessings, don’t miss out! Lastly, I absolutely love this photo of a deer resting in the snow🦌 Its fearless look is just too cute～

#2026New Year A place truly worthy of its name as one of Japan's three most scenic spots! I saw the red torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine, which appears to float on the sea at high tide. Torii on the Sea: The view from afar is truly a work of art. Free-Range Deer: A little more polite(?) than Nara's deer. Miyajima Foodie List Grilled Oysters (Kaki): Plump grilled oysters, a Hiroshima specialty! The savory aroma wafts through the shopping streets. Agemomiji: Deep-fried maple leaf-shaped buns (momiji manju), a Miyajima specialty! They're the epitome of crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Anago Meshi: Softly grilled conger eel on rice A satisfying lunch! #OverseasTravel #JapanTravel #HiroshimaTravel

I never imagined Hiroshima would have so many things to see and do. I went to see the Atomic Bomb Dome, the remnants of the atomic bombing, and was surprised by the sheer number of tourists, especially Westerners. A variety of trams ran along the streets, making it a fun way to choose which one to ride. After seeing the Atomic Bomb Dome and visiting Hiroshima Castle, the whole day flew by. The next day, I recommend taking a boat to Miyajima and seeing the red torii gates floating on the sea. Deer roam free on this island, much to the delight of tourists. I tried Hiroshima's famous okonomiyaki, but honestly, it wasn't my cup of tea. Despite the remnants of the atomic bombing that should never happen again, Hiroshima seemed remarkably peaceful, as if nothing had happened. Only those paying their respects seemed to remember the horrors of that long-ago day.

Come and see! I discovered a super hidden fairy hotel in Fukuoka🏨 Not A Hotel Setouchi Island is absolutely amazing! 🌟Hotel Highlights 📍Address: 2 Chome-3-34 Omiya 🛶 Located on Sagishima Island in the Seto Inland Sea 🏡 Covers 8 acres, a private paradise for vacation 💰 Although the price is a bit high, rooms are really hard to get! Ladies, you need to book well in advance to secure one! ✨Features Introduction This is not an ordinary hotel! More like a private vacation villa～ 🏠 Nordic minimalist style ✖️ Japanese exquisite aesthetics 🪟 Extra-large floor-to-ceiling windows capturing stunning lake views 🛋️ Modern and simple interior design with a stylish bar counter 💫 Every detail reveals a pursuit of perfection 🌅 Every snapshot looks like a masterpiece Whether sunny or rainy 🌞🌧️ The lake view outside the window is as beautiful as a painting Recommended to check in and take photos in the sofa area or in front of the bar counter 📸 💡Tips It is recommended to book a package including breakfast and dinner You can enjoy delicious food while admiring the lake view It’s really so relaxing～

Kagawa is the smallest prefecture in Japan by area, yet it has over 100 islands in the Seto Inland Sea. Although most of these are uninhabited, there are also inhabited islands like Shodoshima, Teshima, Naoshima, Ogijima, Megijima, Oshima, and Kurishima—where art and nature coexist, making them perfect for sightseeing. Therefore, island hopping is arguably the most direct and charming way to explore Kagawa. The triennial "Setouchi International Art Festival" takes place across these islands. During the 2019 festival, I visited Takamatsu Port, Shodoshima, Teshima, and Naoshima to see the artworks. That trip remains unforgettable and truly felt like a spiritual cleansing. In 2025, although the festival is still held, I deliberately avoided the crowds and visited the twin islands in winter to experience a quieter, more everyday side of the Seto Inland Sea. - 🌟 Itinerary Takamatsu (8:00 departure) ➡︎ Megijima Island (8:20 arrival) Megijima Island (8:30 departure) ➡︎ Onigashima Great Cave (9:40 arrival) ➡︎ Tour of Onigashima Great Cave Onigashima Great Cave (9:40 departure) ➡︎ Megijima Island (9:50 arrival) ➡︎ Explore around the port Megijima Island (10:20 departure) ➡︎ Ogijima Island (10:40 arrival) ➡︎ Tour Ogijima Island Ogijima Island (13:00 departure) ➡︎ Takamatsu (13:40 arrival) 💰 Three ferry tickets + round-trip bus ticket from Megijima to Onigashima Great Cave + cave entrance fee = 2,720 yen. Ferry tickets can be purchased within 30 minutes before departure. - 🌟 Travel Tips ❶ Both Megijima and Ogijima are very small. The highlight of Megijima is the Onigashima Great Cave, while Ogijima is famous as a cat island. Outside the art festival period, indoor exhibitions and many restaurants are closed, making it better suited for experiencing the natural beauty of the Seto Inland Sea. ❷ I found the Onigashima Great Cave quite interesting. It is the setting of the Momotaro legend and offers a deeper understanding of the story. The demon tiles displayed inside are a traditional craft of Kagawa Prefecture, made by 3,000 local elementary and middle school students. ❸ The top of the cave’s exit features naturally formed columnar joints, a natural monument of Takamatsu City. Following the trail leads to the Washimine Observatory, where you can enjoy panoramic views of Takamatsu city and the islands of the Seto Inland Sea. Since I took the earliest ferry, I was able to witness the sun and moon shining together, with Takamatsu still shrouded in a thin morning mist. ❹ Upon disembarking on Ogijima, you will be surrounded by cats. It’s a good idea to buy some cat treats in Takamatsu beforehand. The cats are very friendly and approachable; on the steps to Toyotamahime Shrine, a little black cat came right up to rub against my leg. ❺ From Toyotamahime Shrine, you can capture the classic photo featuring the "double torii gates, stone steps, and the port" all in one frame. ❻ Near the shrine, the Sunset and Cat House displays photos of all the cats on the island. The owner is often away, so if you want to buy souvenirs, be prepared to pay with coins on a self-service basis. ❼ Ogijima has only about 100 residents. The houses are built along the mid-slope on the port side. Walking along the small paths is very pleasant. When you reach Aruku Hakobune, you can turn back; it’s not very tiring.

Located in Ushimado Town, Okayama Prefecture, Japan, "727 inlet / Umibe no Villa" is absolutely amazing! 🌊 📍Address: 6316-11 Shikanin, Ushimado Town, Okayama Prefecture 🌟Feature: Definitely a hidden paradise for couples or newlyweds! Only one guest pair is accepted per day, ensuring complete privacy～ ✨Reasons to Recommend: 1. A detached villa facing the Seto Inland Sea, with large floor-to-ceiling windows so you can lie down and enjoy the stunning sunset 🌅 2. Stylish wooden home design, fully equipped kitchen facilities so you can cook yourself 👩🍳 3. Romantic wine package 🍷 to enjoy a drink with the sea breeze～ During the day, you can take a walk by the sea, sip drinks on the terrace at sunset, and lie down to watch the stars at night ✨ This is what a real vacation feels like! 💡Tips: ・Recommended seasons: Spring, summer, and autumn are all great～ ・Transportation: Renting a car for self-driving is more convenient 🚗

#December Travel Grant Hiroshima Castle is surrounded by a well-maintained park, and the trees there are said to have suffered damage during the atomic bombing. Now, the trees are so large and well-grown that they would be unrecognizable if not for the signs indicating the damage. Hiroshima Castle was built in 1589 by Mori Terumoto, who established the strategically advantageous location of the Ota River estuary as his base. Hiroshima Castle, nicknamed Rijo (Carp Castle), is a nationally designated historic site, and its entire area has been developed into Hiroshima Castle Park. The main keep, destroyed by the aftermath of the atomic bombing, has been restored and serves as a historical museum.

#JapanTravelStrategy EnjoyingStunningViews &DeliciousFood Day 1 📍Peace Memorial Park → A Historical Stroll 📍Okonomiyaki Rei-chan → Hiroshima Lunch🥢 📍Yakigaki Hayashi → Miyajimaguchi Gourmet🦪 📍Itsukushima Shrine → The Great Torii Gate at Dusk🌅 🏨Hotel Miyajima Villa → Relaxing in the Lounge & Tatami Bath with a View♨️ Day 2 📍Early Morning Itsukushima Shrine → Mysterious Shot✨ 📍Miyama Observatory → Spectacular Ropeway🚡 📍Momijido → Fried Maple Leaves🍁 📍Helen Cafe and Bar → Photogenic Dessert #DomesticTravel #HiroshimaTrip #Miyajima #StunningSpots #GourmetTrip

📍Japan 〒730-0011 Hiroshima, Naka Ward, Motomachi, 6−27 Bakery, Sogo Hiroshima Store B1F For those who want to enjoy some bread during your trip, I highly recommend visiting this place. They sell a variety of options, making it a great spot to browse and purchase. I tried the curry-flavored croquette, and it was not only delicious but also a convenient snack. I strongly suggest giving this bakery a try. It’s likely to become a satisfying bakery experience for you!

When you think of Hiroshima, a few keywords might come to mind: Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki, the Atomic Bomb Dome, the Orizuru Tower, and Itsukushima Shrine. This trip was all about leisurely exploring these iconic landmarks and connecting with them beyond just words. 🔗 The Atomic Bomb Dome needs no further introduction, while the Orizuru Tower, located next to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, is a modern architectural attraction. From the open-air "Hiroshima Hill" on the 13th floor, you can enjoy a gentle breeze while taking in views of the Peace Memorial Park, the Atomic Bomb Dome, the distant mountains, and the entire cityscape of Hiroshima. After enjoying the view, you can walk down the "Slope Walk" to the indoor area on the 12th floor. Here, you can watch instructional videos to learn how to fold a paper crane as a prayer for peace, and then place your crane into the 50-meter-high glass Orizuru Wall. From the outside, you can see the cranes contributed by visitors from around the world, stacked up to several stories high—a truly spectacular sight. The 12th floor also features various interactive installations that tie the theme of paper cranes to the atomic bomb issue, making it a place worth exploring at a leisurely pace. After leaving the 12th floor, you have three options to descend: walk down the Slope Walk, enjoying murals by different artists on each level; take the spiral slide straight to the exit; or use the elevator 🛗—though the latter is not recommended, as you’d miss out on these unique experiences. Visiting on a weekday, the Orizuru Tower wasn’t crowded, but it’s one of my favorite spots in Hiroshima, and I hope more people get to know about it! Back to the main topic: although I’m not particularly knowledgeable about teppanyaki dishes like Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki, Osaka-style Okonomiyaki, or Monjayaki, being in Hiroshima, I had to try it! I ended up having Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki twice: ☝️ Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Village (a building with three floors, from 2F to 4F, entirely dedicated to Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki 🏢. Once you step in, you’ll be enveloped in the aroma—there’s no escape!) ✌️ Nagataya Okonomiyaki (a Hiroshima-exclusive spot where you can choose between udon or yakisoba noodles and decide whether to sit at the teppan counter or in the seating area). I must say, Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki, packed with stir-fried noodles, vegetables 🥬, toppings, batter, and eggs, is not only layered but also incredibly filling—one meal could easily replace two! I recommend eating it step by step, starting with the original flavor and then trying the various sauces provided by the restaurant to avoid feeling overwhelmed.

🗓 Day 1 – Arrival in Hiroshima / Exploring the City Recommended Accommodation: Around Hiroshima Station or Hondori Street Morning Arrive in Hiroshima (from Osaka via Shinkansen ~1.5 hours) Drop off luggage at the hotel Afternoon 🚶♀️ Explore Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Visit the Atomic Bomb Dome (World Heritage Site) Tour the Peace Memorial Museum (deeply moving and tranquil) Stroll along the Motoyasu River for serene city views Evening 🏮 Walk around Hondori Shopping Street 🍽 Dinner: Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Recommended restaurants: Okonomi-mura or Reichan Hiroshima 🗓 Day 2 – Sacred Island Miyajima (World Heritage Site) Transportation: From Hiroshima Station → JR Miyajimaguchi (30 min) → Ferry (10 min) Morning Take a ferry to Miyajima Island (宮島) Visit Itsukushima Shrine (Floating Shrine) — The iconic torii gate in the sea, a symbol of Japan During high tide, the torii appears to "float" on water During low tide, you can walk up to its base Afternoon Stroll along Omotesando Street — featuring grilled oysters, momiji manju (maple leaf-shaped sweets), and local souvenirs Ride the Miyajima Ropeway to Mount Misen for breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea 🌅 If time permits: Hike down via Momijidani Park (stunning autumn foliage) Evening Return to Hiroshima city Dinner: Try fresh or grilled oysters at Kakiya or Ekohiiki 🗓 Day 3 – Kurashiki or Onomichi (Choose 1 for a Day Trip) Kurashiki Bikan District (Historic Canal Town) Travel: Hiroshima → Kurashiki (Shinkansen ~1.5 hours) Explore the beautifully preserved historic district with canals, wooden houses, cafes, and art museums Must-visit spots: Ohara Museum of Art, Kurashiki Ivy Square, Achi Shrine Capture retro Japanese-style photos at every corner Evening Return to Hiroshima Dinner: Try Hiroshima-style Tsukemen (cold noodles with spicy dipping sauce) and Hiroshima Lemon Soda 🗓 Day 4 – Hiroshima Castle / Shukkeien Garden / Souvenir Shopping Morning Visit Hiroshima Castle (広島城), a wooden replica rebuilt after the war The surrounding gardens and moats are picturesque Continue to Shukkeien Garden (縮景園) A large Japanese garden with a pond and stunning autumn foliage from late October to November 🍁 Afternoon Stroll around Hiroshima Station Area Shop for souvenirs: Momiji manju, baked oysters, okonomiyaki sauce Return to Osaka

Hotel "KIRO" in Hiroshima I'd like to introduce you to their stylish breakfast! ✨️ This hotel was renovated from an existing building, and the breakfast area is located in the former pool! You can still feel the old days in places. 😌 For breakfast, they serve made-to-order crepes! With nine varieties to choose from, it's hard to decide! 🥺 Also included is salad, soup, and a drink, all served buffet-style! You can choose your own! ✨️ The stylish crepes complement the restaurant's ambiance perfectly. 💕 You can enjoy breakfast without staying overnight by making a reservation in advance, so be sure to check it out! 🌟 📍KIRO 3-21 Mikawa-cho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture 730-0029 🚃Access Approximately a 6-minute walk from Hatchobori Station on the Hiroshima Electric Railway #0YenTravel2025Autumn #Hiroshima #HiroshimaTourism #HiroshimaTrip

#hellohalloween Located in the vibrant heart of Hiroshima, Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima blends contemporary comfort with a touch of understated elegance. The hotel sits conveniently close to Hiroshima’s main attractions — just a short stroll from Peace Memorial Park, Hondori shopping street, and the city’s lively dining scene. Its sleek, modern design complements the urban energy outside, while inside, calm tones and warm lighting create a soothing retreat after a day of exploring. The rooms are thoughtfully designed with large windows that offer sweeping city views, especially at night when Hiroshima’s skyline glows softly. Despite being compact, each room feels cozy and functional, equipped with plush bedding, modern amenities, and a clean, minimalist aesthetic. The hotel’s breakfast buffet is a highlight, offering a mix of Japanese and Western options — from grilled fish and miso soup to fresh pastries and coffee — best enjoyed while gazing out over the city. What makes Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima memorable is its balance of accessibility and tranquility. It’s the kind of place where you can easily walk to historical sites by day and unwind in quiet comfort by night. For me, the hotel felt like a gentle pause between moments — a space to breathe, reflect, and take in Hiroshima’s rhythm from a peaceful distance.

Stalls, fireworks and wishes for health and good luck at Sorasaya Shrine’s summer festival, held near Hiroshima A-bomb Dome. People gather at the Natsukoshi Matsuri (also called “Mizunagatsu-no-Oharai” or “Great Purification of The Month of Water”) to rids themselves of the the sins and bad energy that may have accumulated over the first six months of the year and to pray for health during the coming hot summer months. Purification methods include passing through a Chi-no-wa, a ring made from cogon grass, and performing a kind of exorcism using paper cut into the shape of a human figure.

Toshogu Shrine was constructed in 1648 by the domain lord of the time to honor Tokugawa Ieyasu. Of the original buildings, the honden (main hall) and haiden (hall of worship) were destroyed by the atomic bombing in 1945, but the surviving karamon gate and other structures bear memory to the original architectural styles.

What does it feel like to be surrounded by hundreds of rabbits? A trip to Okunoshima Island will surely give you a full experience. This hidden gem in Hiroshima, Japan, is easily accessible by taking the JR train to Tadanoumi Station, walking five minutes to Tadanoumi Port, and then purchasing a ferry ticket to reach this rabbit-filled island. If you don't have cabbage or carrots with you, don't worry—rabbit feed is available for purchase at Tadanoumi Port. For children, this place feels like an open zoo without fences. As soon as the ferry docks, groups of rabbits will gather at the port, eagerly watching every passenger disembark. Simply take out some leaves or feed, and the rabbits will surround you, even hopping onto your lap with adorable expressions, waiting to be fed. The entire Okunoshima Island is not very large; it takes about an hour to walk around. Besides feeding the rabbits, you can also enjoy beautiful sea views, cliffs, and coastal scenery. During World War II, this island was a secret base for the Japanese military to manufacture chemical weapons. After the war, the Allied forces dismantled the facilities, and the island was evacuated. It wasn't until the 1960s that the island was developed into a resort, and the rabbit population once reached nearly a thousand. 📍Address: Tadanoumicho, Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, 729-2311, Japan 🚗 By JR: Take the Shinkansen to Mihara, transfer to a local line to Tadanoumi, then walk to Tadanoumi Port and take a ferry to Okunoshima Island. @trip.com_tw Download the Trip.com app and search "FamilyTravel" on the homepage to explore family travel recommendations and exclusive deals!

Visiting this city brings a heavy heart, as today's main focus is on Hiroshima, the first city in the world to suffer an atomic bomb attack. To convey the horrors of that time to the world, Hiroshima opened the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum in 1955. The museum displays belongings of the bomb victims and photographs depicting the devastation, many of which are too harrowing to look at directly. The Atomic Bomb Dome, located just 160 meters from the explosion's epicenter, suffered catastrophic damage. Its exposed steel framework and crumbling walls today serve as a stark reminder of the destruction caused by the atomic bomb. Although I later visited the ruins of Hiroshima Castle and the Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine, my thoughts remained with the victims depicted in the museum, leaving a lasting impression.

Hiroshima Castle (広島城, Hiroshimajō), also called the Carp Castle, is a good example of a castle built on a plain in the center of a city as opposed to hilltop and mountaintop castles. Its main keep is five stories tall, and its grounds are surrounded by a moat. Also within the castle's precincts are a shrine, some ruins and a few reconstructed buildings of the Ninomaru (second circle of defense)

Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome). The Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome) was the only structure left standing in the area where the first atomic bomb exploded on 6 August 1945. Through the efforts of many people, including those of the city of Hiroshima, it has been preserved in the same state as immediately after the bombing. Not only is it a stark and powerful symbol of the most destructive force ever created by humankind; it also expresses the hope for world peace and the ultimate elimination of all nuclear weapons.

Shukkeien (縮景園) can be translated into English as "shrunken-scenery garden", which is also a good description of the garden itself. Valleys, mountains and forests are represented in miniature in the garden's landscapes. Through careful cultivation of the land and vegetation, the garden mimics a variety of natural formations and scenic views. Shukkeien has a long history dating back to 1620, just after the completion of Hiroshima Castle. The garden displays many features of the traditional aesthetics of Japanese gardens. Around the garden's main pond there are a number of tea houses which offer visitors ideal views of the surrounding scenery.

This is a charming restaurant with great jazz and yummy food. We all enjoyed a great egg wrap and my husband also had the French toast. I had an ice coffee with soy milk. Jay was a great chef and server. It was lovely to have a western style breakfast.

A must-visit highlight for anyone traveling to Hiroshima, this site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally, it was the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall. On August 6, 1945, the atomic bomb named 'Little Boy' was dropped here. The immediate impact affected areas within 1-3 kilometers. Not only that, but the bomb's fallout came down as black rain, contaminating people. In the years following, many continued to die from leukemia, a consequence of the bombing.

Intergate Lounge offers a variety of services depending on the time of day, including specialty coffee and original cocktails! 😊 You can use the lounge as many times as you like during your stay! ^ - ^ Located on the top floor (14th floor), the lounge features an open terrace seating area! Morning: Coffee and smoothies (free) Afternoon: Drinks, snacks, and bread (free) Evening: Alcoholic beverages (free) Night: Ochazuke (Japanese rice soup) service! (free) The lounge is so comfortable that you might find yourself staying there all day! [Location] 〒730-0017 Hiroshima Prefecture, Hiroshima City, Naka-ku, Teppōchō 5-16 [Access] From JR Hiroshima Station, take the Hiroshima Electric Railway to "Hatchobori" and walk about 3 minutes. From JR Hiroshima Station, about 5 minutes by taxi.