Chugoku
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Where to stay in Chugoku

Hiroshima City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums and prominent monuments, there's plenty to explore in Hiroshima City Centre. You can visit top attractions like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho, and jump on the metro at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Tate-machi Station to see more of the city.

Itsukushima
If you're spending some time in Itsukushima, Daisho-in and Miyajima Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.

Yuda Onsen
Travelers like the parks in Yuda Onsen, and Inoue Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Kaike Onsen
While visiting Kaike Onsen, you might make a stop by sights like Kaike Onsen Beach and Tokoen Garden.

Kita Ward
While visiting Kita Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Kanko Stadium and Momotaro Arena.

Naka Ward
In the heart of Hiroshima, discover the central business district and Peace Memorial Park, shop at Hondori shopping arcade, and savor okonomiyaki at Okonomi-mura.

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
So handy to transport and shopping!
Reviewed on May 6, 2026

Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Nice room and very convenient for transportation
Reviewed on May 5, 2026

THE KNOT Hiroshima
The Knot is a beautiful place with a nice restaurant however it sometimes is hard to check in and parking is terrible
Reviewed on May 3, 2026

fav HIROSHIMA HEIWAODORI
It was great and very spacious!
Reviewed on May 5, 2026

fav HIROSHIMA STADIUM
Phenomenal room with lots of space & comfortable beds. Relatively close to the train station. Fun to see the Hiroshima Carp fans heading to the nearby Mazda Zoom Zoom Stadium for a game. The only issue was that we weren’t informed that breakfast needed to be arranged the day before (since our reservation ...
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

b hotel Neko Yard
Perfect Location for our trip to the historic center of Hiroshima. Room was as described, host was prompt and clear in both languages. Host also sent a few messages on recommendations in the area and best way to get around. Transport was easy to use, and within 5 minute walk to tram stations to access ...
Reviewed on May 2, 2026
Popular places to visit

Izumo Taisha
You can learn about the history of Izumo with a trip to Izumo Taisha. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.

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.

Benesse House Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Benesse House Museum during your travels in Naoshima. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Tsunoshima Bridge
You can learn about the history of Shimonoseki with a stop at Tsunoshima Bridge. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

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 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.
Things to do

Cooking and Eating Bara Sushi A Local Dish from Okayama
- Izumo Taisha
- Itsukushima Shrine
- Uno Port
- Benesse House Museum
- Tsunoshima Bridge
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
- Karato Fish Market
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- Atomic Bomb Dome
- Hiroshima Green Arena
- Tamatsukuri Hot Spring
- Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
- Miyajima Ferry Terminal
- Yamaguchi Kirara Haku Memorial Park
- Tottori Sand Dunes
- Mojiko Retro
- Okayama University
- Hiroshima University
- Adachi Museum of Art
- Naoshima Ferry Terminal
- Moji Port
- Miyahama Hot Spring
- Hiroshima Castle
- Tamatsukuri Onsen
- Lake Shinji
- Kintaikyo Bridge
- Matsue Castle
- Akiyoshi Cave
- Muscat Stadium





