Higashi Ward
Hiroshima
Visit Higashi Ward
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.
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.
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.
Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.
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.
Higashi Ward Hotel Deals
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hiroshima Station
This property caters more to business professionals but anyone can stay there. The shower is fantastic. All amenities are in the lobby so you have to go there for any items. Hotel lobby is on the 13th floor. Very short walk from Hiroshima station.
Reviewed on 2025/10/9
Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel
Very quiet and clean room. Nice Club lounge.
Reviewed on 2025/10/23
APA Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae Shinkansenguchi
It was fine, instructions for onsen were confusing so didn’t use. Room was small but fine for 1
Reviewed on 2025/10/22
Hiroshima Station Universal Hotel Shinkansen Exit Right
i am going to stay this hotel again when my next visit to hiroshima
Reviewed on 2025/7/18
Trust Hotel
Lovely hotel offering a varied breakfast buffet Excellent staff and spotless rooms. Convenient location.
Reviewed on 2025/10/20
Toyoko Inn Hiroshima-eki Shinkansen-guchi No.1
Great location near ststion
Reviewed on 2025/10/5
Other neighborhoods around Higashi Ward
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.
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.
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 the city at Kencho-mae Station or Kamiya-cho-higashi Station.
Minami Ward
While you're in Minami Ward, take in top sights like Hijiyama Garden or Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.
Yokogawa
Even though there aren't top sights in Yokogawa, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like EDION Peace Wing Hiroshima. Jump on the metro at Yokogawa 1-chome Station to see more of the city.
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.
Higashi Ward
- Hiroshima Toshogu
- Itsukushima Shrine
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- Hiroshima Green Arena
- Atomic Bomb Dome
- Setonaikai National Park
- Hiroshima University
- Miyahama Hot Spring
- Kamiyacho
- Miyajima Aquarium
- Kure Port
- Hiroshima Museum of Art
- Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art
- Shukkeien
- Momijidani Park
- Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims
- Five-Story Pagoda
- Itsukushima Shrine Treasure Hall
- Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of Art
- Children's Peace Monument
- Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine
