Hiroshima Traveler Essentials
- Safety rating
- 9.3/10
- Best time to visit
- Spring (cherry blossoms) and autumn (foliage) bring the most pleasant weather and scenery.
- Population
- 1.2M
Overview
Hiroshima is a city of profound resilience, rebuilt into a vibrant modern hub after the 1945 atomic bombing. Its moving Peace Memorial Park and museum stand as powerful testaments to hope and remembrance. Nearby, the floating torii gate of Miyajima offers one of Japan's most iconic views.
Getting around
A network of streetcars (trams), buses, and ferries connects the city and island sights.
Local etiquette
Approach the Peace Memorial sites with quiet respect and solemnity, refraining from loud or casual behavior.
Safety
Hiroshima is very safe for visitors, requiring only ordinary city awareness.