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Hiroshima: Miyajima Peace Memorial Icons of Peace and Beauty
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Hiroshima/Miyajima Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
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What to do in Kure
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 shops and notable monuments 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.
Hiroshima Castle
Visit this magnificently reconstructed castle to explore its towering main keep and learn about Japanese feudal history and Samurai culture at the museum within.
Hiroshima Central Shopping District
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.
Miyajima Aquarium
See the majestic porpoises and sea lions of the Seto Inland Sea or touch penguins and shoreline creatures at this comprehensive aquarium on Miyajima Island.
Areas of Kure
Agamachi
While visiting Agamachi, you might make a stop by sights like Setonaikai National Park and Haiga Peak.
Miyahara
When in Miyahara, you can plan a visit to Kure Port and Yamato Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kamagari
Kamagari might not have many top sights, but Kenminnohama Hot Spring and Rantokaku Art Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Yoshiura
While there might not be top attractions in Yoshiura, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kure Port and Yamato Museum.
Kegoyacho
While Kegoyacho isn't home to many top sights, Ondonoseto Park and Kure Port are some notable places to visit nearby.
Matoba
Though Matoba may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ondonoseto Park and Kure Port.
