Aki Ward Travel Guide
Hiroshima
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Experience Meditation at Shounji Temple, Takehara Tadanoumi
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
Top hotels in Aki Ward
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Big room and friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
Simple but spacious room, having separate areas for the toilet and bath is a bonus. Location and convenience is the number one selling point, literally right next to the street car and JR station with plenty of shopping and eating options.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Very nice breakfast buffet. Room is larger than standard hotel. Very comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hiroshima Washington Hotel
Really good hotel Excellent location Would highly recommend
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Clean room, the Amenities were amazing they had a rooftop bar and a welcoming staff. They give you Knot Coins for drinks and the restaurant on the ground floor was amazing and great staff as well. Well recommended to people traveling to Hiroshima.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Clean room, friendly staff, great location
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aki Ward
Higashi Ward
While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima Toshogu or Hiroshima City Forestry Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Fudoin-mae Station or Ushita Station.
Fuchu-cho
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Fuchu-cho. You might want to make time for a stop at Mazda Museum or Mikumarikyo Forest Park.
Minami Ward
If you're spending time in Minami Ward, check out sights like Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art or Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.
Ōsukachō
When in Ōsukachō, you can plan a visit to Shukkeien and Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ebisucho
While you're in Ebisucho, take in top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and jump on the metro at Ebisu-cho Station to see more of the city.
Nagarekawacho
While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
