Higashi Ward
Hiroshima
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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.

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.

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.

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.
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Other neighborhoods around Higashi Ward

Fuchu-cho
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Fuchu-cho. You might want to make time for a stop at Mazda Museum or Take Shrine.

Ebisucho
While you're in Ebisucho, take in top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and jump on the metro at Ebisu-cho Station to see more of the city.

Motomachi
If you're spending time in Motomachi, check out sights like Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine or Hiroshima Green Arena and hop on the metro to see more the city at Kencho-mae Station or Kamiya-cho-higashi Station.

Minami Ward
While you're in Minami Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art or Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.

Hiroshima City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums and prominent monuments, there's plenty to explore in Hiroshima City Centre. You can visit top attractions like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho, and jump on the metro at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Tate-machi Station to see more of the city.

Nagarekawacho
Though Nagarekawacho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
- Atomic Bomb Dome
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
- Hiroshima University
- Setonaikai National Park
- 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