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Akiota must see attractions

1. Itsukushima Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine is the crowning monument and namesake of Itsukushima Island (or, as it is popularly known, Miyajima, “shrine island”). A UNESCO world heritage listed site and a national treasure, the Itsukushima Shrine holds great cultural significance for the Shinto religion. Explore the shrine’s sacred buildings and stroll along connecting boardwalks. Enjoy views of the magnificent shrine complex and be awed by the way it appears to float above the waters of the Onoseto Strait.
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Itsukushima Shrine featuring a lake or waterhole and heritage elements

2. Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a large public park in the heart of Hiroshima dedicated to the remembrance of the victims of the atomic bomb on August 6, 1945. The park is located in the hypocenter area of the bomb, which was almost completely leveled in the blast. Today, the elegantly designed park is a tranquil space dotted with memorial monuments, quiet gardens and symbols of peace.
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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park featuring a ruin and a park

3. Miyajima Ferry Terminal

Miyajima Ferry Terminal is the gateway to Miyajima Island, also known as Itsukushima Island, home to one of Japan’s most famous shrines. Located in the Seto Inland Sea, this sacred island is accessible only by boat. Watch for the breathtaking view of the shrine and its striking red torii gate as you approach on the water.
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Miyajima Ferry Terminal

4. Atomic Bomb Dome

One of the only buildings left standing in Hiroshima after the devastating impacts of the atomic bomb, the A-Bomb Dome quietly memorializes the tragedy and resilience experienced in the city. The ruins of the stately “Genbaku-Domu” represent the peace efforts of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in which it stands. Visit this genuine relic and UNESCO World Heritage listed site in the heart of Hiroshima to learn about what happened here in 1945 and how the city is moving forward.
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A-Bomb Dome showing a memorial and a river or creek

5. Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is dedicated to documenting and displaying the tragic events of the atomic bombing the city endured in 1945, as well as promoting a message of peace. Opened in 1955, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum aims to explain the atomic bomb’s political, historical and social impact, offering insight into the horror of the event through personal stories, victim’s artifacts and scientific recordings. The museum’s overwhelming message, however, is a plea for international peace and the elimination of nuclear weapons all over the world.
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Recommended things to do in Akiota

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Oasa Country Cycling (Easy Access from Hiroshima 1 hr Scenic Bus)
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Yunoyama Onsen

You might consider checking out Yoshimizuen Garden while you're exploring Yunoyama Onsen and the larger Akiota area.

Yunoyama Onsen
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Sandankyo Onsen

Yoshimizuen Garden is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Sandankyo Onsen and the surrounding area.

Sandankyo Onsen
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Megahira Onsen

You might make a stop by Nishichugokusanchi Quasi-National Park while you're exploring Megahira Onsen.

Megahira Onsen
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Ushiobara Onsen

If you're spending some time in Ushiobara Onsen, Nishichugokusanchi Quasi-National Park is a top sight worth visiting.

Ushiobara Onsen

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