Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of Art

You’ll be astounded at the carefully crafted miniaturized scenery in this traditional Japanese garden, complete with elegant teahouses, bridges and a serene lake.

You can find out about the history of Hiroshima with a trip to Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.

Visit this magnificently reconstructed castle to explore its towering main keep and learn about Japanese feudal history and Samurai culture at the museum within.

See an extensive collection of artworks by famous European modern masters and Japanese painters working in the Western style at this charming museum.

During your visit to Hiroshima, you can do some window-shopping at Hiroshima Central Shopping District. Visit the monuments in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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.