Asakita Ward
Hiroshima
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Popular places to visit
Itsukushima Shrine
Walk along wooden piers and observe the captivating sights of this Shinto shrine that appears to float on the water offshore from Miyajima Island.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Spend a day reflecting on the atomic bombing that devastated Hiroshima in 1945 and discover the city’s mission for peace at this beautifully designed park in the city center.
Miyajima Ferry Terminal
Take a relaxing and scenic ferry trip to the sacred island of Miyajima and begin your journey to serene shrines and a tranquil mountain peak.
Atomic Bomb Dome
The only building still standing in the atomic bomb’s devastating hypocenter now crests the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, symbolizing the city’s plea for peace.
Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Learn about the catastrophic impact the atomic bomb had on Hiroshima through personal stories, scientific documentation and real footage at this museum dedicated to world peace.
Asakita Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Great location.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
Everything was clean and perfect. Staff were exceptional, rooms beautiful. It is the most convenient location in the city.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Nice spacious rooms, delicious and wide variety of breakfast items and very friendly accommodating staff. Thank you for the great stay!!
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Location was great. Very close to street cart or train you can take directly from the Hiroshima Station to the hotel. I felt it was centrally located.Staff were excellent, very friendly and helpful. Rooms were big and beds were very firm, if you like that, great. I didn’t care for it. Hotel is a ...
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Big and comfortable room great service
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
Breakfast was lovely. Lots of traditional food and western breakfast food options too. It was fantastic having the restaurant on the 25th floor with views of the entire city. Staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Asakita Ward
Higashi Ward
While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima Toshogu or Hiroshima City Forestry Park, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Fudoin-mae Station or Ushita Station.
Asaminami Ward
Asaminami-ku Is home to several universities, including Hiroshima City University and Hiroshima University of Economics. The neighborhood offers convenient transportation options with the largest Astramline station and access to San'yō Expressway.
Ōsukachō
When in Ōsukachō, you can plan a visit to Shukkeien and Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Yokogawa
Even though there aren't top sights in Yokogawa, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like EDION Peace Wing Hiroshima. Jump on the metro at Yokogawa 1-chome Station to see more of the city.
Aki Ward
When in Aki Ward and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Hiroshima City Forestry Park or Fudenosato Kobo and hop on the metro to see more the city at Midoriguchi Station or Midorinakamachi Station.
Motomachi
If you're spending time in Motomachi, check out sights like Hiroshima Green Arena or Hiroshima Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more the city at Kencho-mae Station or Kamiya-cho-higashi Station.
Asakita Ward
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- Atomic Bomb Dome
- Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
- Setonaikai National Park
- Hiroshima University
- Hiroshima Castle
- Hiroshima Central Shopping District
- International Conference Center Hiroshima
- Hiroshima Museum of Art
- Yamato Museum
- Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art
- Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims
- Children's Peace Monument
