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 notable monuments and shops 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.
Things to do
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima Kagura Performance Entry Ticket
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Top hotels in Kurahashi
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
We booked a standard double. Very clean good-size room for 2 people. Amenities all in place the best thing is that it is located right next to the train station and has a lot of good restaurants nearby.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
My final stop in Japan at Hiroshima, this hotel is located right at the station and the best location that I could imagine, level 2 is Tram and level 1 is bus station. Travelling to Hondori Shopping Street is merely 10mins, such a pity that I am staying for a short trip in Hiroshima. Clean rooms ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Large room. Incredible view. Inexpensive considering the qualty of the hotel and level of service.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
THE KNOT Hiroshima
The checkin was super busy at the top of the building but the staff did their best to get us into our room as quickly as possible.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
I loved the city view from our room. Hiroshima is a beautiful city and the hotel is pretty, very clean, nice staff and great food. Excellent service!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Very clean room that was snug but kind of standard for Japan. Not as welcoming as many places we stayed during our 17 day trip. When we checked in we indicated that we wanted to purchase breakfast but they told us they were overbooked so it wasn’t possible which was disappointing. Dud find some excellent ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kurahashi
Itsukushima
While visiting Itsukushima, you might make a stop by sights like Daisho-in and Miyajima Aquarium.
Minami Ward
If you're spending time in Minami Ward, check out sights like Hijiyama Garden or Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.
Naka Ward
Travellers love Naka Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Hiroshima by jumping on the metro at Funairi-hon-machi Station or Funairi-saiwai-cho Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
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 Mikumarikyo Forest Park.
Nagarekawacho
While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
