12.25.2025
Sightseeing
HIROSHIMA - Japanese Prefectures Part29
The Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome preserve the memory of the past and express a global wish for peace.
Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima represents the harmony between nature and traditional Japanese aesthetics.
The city is also known for its refined cuisine using fresh ingredients from the Seto Inland Sea.
Recommended Location
Atomic Bomb Dome ＆Peace Memorial Museum
The Atomic Bomb Dome is a historic structure that conveys the devastation caused by the atomic bombing in 1945.Preserved near the hypocenter, it silently speaks of the tragedy of war and nuclear weapons.
The adjacent Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum presents the reality of the bombing through artifacts and survivors’ testimonies.
Together, these sites preserve memory and communicate the universal importance of peace.
Hiroshima Castle
Hiroshima Castle was originally built in the late 16th century and played a central role in the city’s development.Destroyed by the atomic bombing, it was later reconstructed and now serves as a history museum.
Inside, visitors can learn about samurai culture and the history of the castle town.
Despite its central location, the castle offers a calm and dignified atmosphere.
Miyajima
Miyajima is an island in the Seto Inland Sea where nature and spiritual tradition exist in harmony.Itsukushima Shrine, famous for its vermilion torii gate standing in the sea, is one of Japan’s most iconic sacred sites.
For centuries, the entire island has been regarded as holy, preserving its unique culture and landscape.
The changing seasons and tranquil atmosphere leave a lasting impression on visitors.
Shukkeien Garden
Shukkeien Garden is a traditional Japanese garden created in the 17th century as a villa garden for the feudal lord of Hiroshima.Designed as a stroll garden centered around a pond, it miniaturizes natural landscapes with hills, valleys, and bridges.
Severely damaged during the war, the garden was carefully restored and retains its serene beauty today.
Visitors can experience the essence of Japanese garden culture through the changing seasons.
Okunoshima
Okunoshima is a small island in the Seto Inland Sea, now known for its population of wild rabbits.At the same time, it has a hidden wartime history, having been removed from maps due to chemical weapons production.
Remains of former facilities and a museum on the island quietly convey this past.
The island presents a thought-provoking contrast between peaceful nature and a heavy historical legacy.
Onomichi
Onomichi is a historic port town along the Seto Inland Sea, long prospering as a center of maritime trade and culture.Its streets of slopes, narrow alleys, and scattered temples create a quiet and atmospheric townscape.
The town has inspired many writers and filmmakers and is known for its sense of Japanese nostalgia.
The close proximity of sea and hills gives Onomichi a distinctive and memorable character.
