Hiroshima

Heritage & monuments

Hiroshima Peace Memorial

The former commercial exhibition hall in Hiroshima, preserved in its half-destroyed state after the 1945 atomic bombing. As a site testifying to the horrors of war, it was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.

Museums & galleries

Hiroshima Castle

This castle stands on flat ground in central Hiroshima, and the surrounding grounds have been made into a park designated as a national historic site. The reconstructed main keep now houses a history museum, and the castle is also known by the nickname "Carp Castle."

Parks & gardens

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

A park in Hiroshima created to honor the atomic bomb victims and pray for peace. It's worth visiting the cenotaph, the Peace Bell, and the Sadako Sasaki statue, along with the nearby Atomic Bomb Dome.

Museums & galleries

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

A museum located in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, built to pass the tragedy of the atomic bombing on to future generations. It offers a meaningful visit that reflects on the importance of peace.

Heritage & monuments

Children's Peace Monument

The Children's Peace Monument stands in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, funded by donations raised by Sadako Sasaki's friends. Completed in 1958, it draws many visitors as a symbol of peace.

Temples & religious sites

Assumption of Mary Cathedral, Hiroshima

A Catholic cathedral in Hiroshima's Naka Ward, its name honoring world peace, as the name suggests. It's a worthwhile stop while touring central Hiroshima.

Parks & gardens

Shukkei-en

A cozy garden in downtown Hiroshima, lovingly maintained by the local community. It's a great spot for a relaxed stroll in the heart of the city.

Museums & galleries

Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art

A contemporary art museum located in Hiroshima's Minami Ward. It showcases contemporary artworks and is worth a visit if you're in Hiroshima.