About Hiroshima

Hiroshima City Area

The city of Hiroshima is the centre of Hiroshima Prefecture, and as an ordinance-designated city in Japan, it is also the economic and industrial centre of the Chugoku region. The city is known worldwide because of the history related to the world’s first atomic bombing. The name “”Hiroshima”” has become to mean more than just a place. The Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Park are places where tourists from all over the world come to experience the tragedy of war and remember the importance of peace.

Hiroshima City

The city of Hiroshima is the heart of Hiroshima Prefecture and is home to many tourist attractions. The Atomic Bomb Dome is a World Heritage Site. The busiest urban district in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions is called Hatchobori, and it has many upscale boutiques and stores. Other important sites include the Hiroshima Castle with its rich history.

The Hiroshima Meipuru~pu (Maple Loop Bus) is a convenient way to sightsee the city of Hiroshima. For 400 yen, you can freely tour the major tourist sites in Hiroshima, including Hiroshima Castle, the Atomic Bomb Dome, and the Nagarekawa District.

The city of Hiroshima has a well-developed transportation system, which makes it easy to get to other sightseeing spots. It takes about 45 minutes to get to Miyajima and about an hour to get to Onomichi, making it easy to get to other sightseeing spots.