Experience

Parks & Scenic Spots

Get your camera and a picnic lunch ready for parks and scenic spots in Hiroshima. Explore Shukkeien Garden, a beautifully restored Edo-period garden that was damaged in the atomic bombing. Explore outside the city to bask in the glory of 500 sakura trees in spring or 700 maple trees in autumn. In summer, hobnob with Miyajima deer while relaxing on the beach. This compilation is your field guide to Hiroshima’s unforgettable views.

Alley Karasukojima (アレイからすこじま)

Alley Karasukojima is the only park in Japan where you can see submarines up close. The name “Alley Karasukojima” comes from the name of a small island (built up by landfills in the Taisho era) called “Karasukojima,” which used to be located in Kure Bay and had a circumference of 30 to 40 meters. The “Alley” part comes from the English word for a small pathway. During World War II, the battleship Yamato was secretly manufactured near Alley Karasukojima, and you can be a first-hand witness to the history of Kure’s prosperity as a military city.

Moment of Joy

In the water by Alley Karasukojima park, you can actually see the Maritime Self-Defense Force’s submarines and destroyers that are docked. The park is also surrounded by retro brick buildings from Japan’s old navy era (about 70 years ago), which create a pleasant atmosphere for strolling around. Also on display are items related to the navy, such as a torpedo loading crane used when Kure was the primary base for Japan’s navy.