Kamiyacho Travel Guide
Hiroshima


Popular places to visit

Kamiyacho
During your trip to Hiroshima, you can do some window-shopping at Kamiyacho. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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.

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 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.

Hiroshima Green Arena
Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do

The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings

Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry

Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)

Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka

Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat

Hiroshima in a Nutshell: Morning Bike Adventure
Top hotels in Kamiyacho

Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
The room was clean and comfortable. The bathroom was very clean.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
This is a classic Japanese business/wedding hotel - older, smaller wet room space, but immaculately clean and perfectly maintained and preserved. Beds were traditionally firm, and it was tough to get the room cool enough for sleeping, even in the middle of February. Not exactly cramped in our three-bed ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Hilton Hiroshima
Room emasculate. Very nice accommodation and very good staff.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Nice location
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

THE KNOT Hiroshima
Excellent
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
Fantastic st
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kamiyacho

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.

Hondori
While there might not be top attractions in Hondori, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.

Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.

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.

Motomachi
If you're spending time in Motomachi, check out sights like Hiroshima Green Arena or Hiroshima Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kencho-mae Station or Kamiya-cho-higashi Station.
