Kurahashi
Hiroshima
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.
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.
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.
Hiroshima University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Hiroshima University during your trip to Higashihiroshima. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Things to do
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Japan Yokai Museum Admission fee in Miyoshi, Hiroshima
Top hotels in Kurahashi
Sugawa House 1
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Clean and spacious room.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Clean room. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hilton Hiroshima
Incredible room, fantastic service, good workout area and an incredible onsen to relax after a long day of walking. Staff are amazing, accommodating and very helpful. Great hotel with a good location within walking distance of everything you want to see in Nagasaki.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Attentive staff, great ocean view & convenient!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Everything! Location, affordability, compact but not too small rooms, super attentive and helpful staff, gorgeous rooftop bar/lounge.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
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 Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art or Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium 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.
Nagarekawacho
While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
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.
