Location: Hiroshima
Top Things to do in Hiroshima
Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Hiroshima, Chugoku
A trip to Hiroshima is best kicked off with a visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, which contains a museum, the remnants of buildings destroyed by the 1945 atomic bomb and monuments to the people killed by this nuclear attack. Understanding Hiroshima’s relatively recent devastation is key to fully appreciating its beauty and culture. Visit splendidly rebuilt historic sites like Hiroshima Castle and Shukkei-en Garden, and don’t miss the Itsukushima Shrine on the nearby island of Miyajima.
Restaurants in Hiroshima
1. Kambara no Shidarezakura
2. Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,666 reviews
Reviewed By Komator - Barcelona, Spain
The Peace Memorial park is an area where you can walk and remember the horrors of the war by seeing several points: Genbaku Dome, Eternal Flame of Peace, Peace Flame or the Children's Peace Monument. Memories come and it's a good moment to think about what we have done (and still do) as a society.
3. Peace Flame
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 162 reviews
Reviewed By puchka - Bengaluru, India
This eternal flame which was lit on 1st August 1964, and located in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, is intended to keep burning in the hope of a world devoid of nuclear weapons. The pedestal holding the flame is designed in the image of two hands pressed together, palms facing the sky, pleading for peace to reign in the world. The flame can be viewed even from the gap in the Cenotaph built in straight line. A remarkable sight and must see for all tourists.
4. Hijiyama Army Cemetry
5. Hiroshima City Library
6. Peace Boulevard
7. Peace Clock Tower
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By puchka - Bengaluru, India
Located inside the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, this monument is famous for it chiming every day at exactly 8.15 when the explosion happened in Hiroshima. Located close to the A-bomb Dome, the Peace clock is twenty meters tall, the three twisted iron pillars symbolizing hands joined in prayer for peace to reign in the world.
8. Hiroshima Orizuru Tower
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 343 reviews
Reviewed By A1684MNjessicag - London, United Kingdom
A must if you are visiting Hiroshima. This location is so much more than just an observation deck over the A-bomb dome and skyline of Hiroshima; it is a place for reflection and celebration of peace. You will learn how to make an Orizuru (paper crane) and then set it free from the see thru floor side if the tower. There is also an interactive exhibition where you can learn about the site then and now and how Hiroshima has developed and progressed since 1945. A quirky end to your visit; you will have an option to go down to the ground floor via a spiral slide (optional) Ground floor has a great souvenir shop as well as a really good restaurant serving the local dish; okonomiyaki (vegetarian option also available)
9. Okonomimura
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,017 reviews
Reviewed By tyghf - Gold Coast, Australia
This place is amazing! Four floors with approximately 5-6 okonomiyaki vendors per floor! We ate Hiroshima style at a restaurant on the 3rd floor (the one on the end on the right) - amazing staff, service and delicious food! Would highly recommend!
10. Owl de Base
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 8 reviews
Welcome to ”Owl de Base ”, an owl cafe where you can have a great time with cute owls,cool hawks and falcons. About 10 minutes on foot from the Atomic Bomb Dome & Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.
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