Discover Hiroshima, a vibrant phoenix risen from history's ashes, where poignant peace memorials stand alongside bustling shopping districts and delicious local cuisine. Just offshore, the sacred island of Miyajima beckons with its iconic 'floating' torii gate and gentle wandering deer.
Step into Hiroshima's powerful story at the Peace Memorial Park, where the skeletal dome of the A-Bomb building stands as a haunting reminder of resilience. The museum's moving exhibits balance historical context with personal stories, while the Children's Peace Monument—adorned with thousands of colorful paper cranes—offers a moment of reflection and hope.
Beyond its profound history, Hiroshima surprises visitors with its Modern Vibrancy. Stroll down Hondori Shopping Street for local crafts and fashion, or sample Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki—a savory layered pancake that's become the city's culinary signature.
Just a short ferry ride away, Miyajima Island awaits with its famous vermilion torii gate that appears to float on water during high tide. Wander among friendly deer considered divine messengers, visit the centuries-old Itsukushima Shrine, or take the ropeway up Mount Misen for breathtaking panoramic views across the Seto Inland Sea.
