Peace Memorial, Miyajima & okonomiyaki
Hiroshima
広島 · City of peace & the floating shrine
A city reborn from tragedy into a moving symbol of peace. Hiroshima pairs its powerful Peace Memorial Park with the nearby floating torii of Miyajima — one of Japan’s most iconic views — and its own hearty style of okonomiyaki.
Top sightsSights
Peace Memorial Park
A moving memorial and museum dedicated to the 1945 atomic bombing and the hope for peace.
Atomic Bomb Dome
The skeletal ruins left standing near the hypocenter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Itsukushima Shrine (Miyajima)
The famous "floating" vermilion torii gate on a sacred island, a short ferry away.
Hiroshima Castle
A reconstructed feudal castle set in a moated park in the city center.
Shukkeien Garden
A classic strolling garden that miniaturizes landscapes around a central pond.
What to eatFood
Hiroshima okonomiyaki
A layered savory pancake with noodles, cabbage and egg — cooked in stacks, not mixed.
Oysters
Plump Hiroshima Bay oysters, grilled, fried or raw — the region’s prized catch.
Tsukemen
Cold noodles with a spicy dipping sauce, a local summer favorite.
Good to know
- Allow a half day for the Peace Park and museum — it is powerful and deserves time.
- Take the ferry to Miyajima at high tide to see the torii appear to float.
- The Shinkansen makes Hiroshima an easy stop between Osaka and Fukuoka.
Getting there
Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) serves domestic and some regional flights; the Sanyo Shinkansen connects to Osaka in about 1.5 hours.
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