Matoba
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.
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.
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.
Matoba Hotel Deals
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
The hotel staff are very kind and helpful, and everything runs smoothly. The best thing about this hotel is that it is directly connected to the station, so you can move around without getting wet even when it rains. I highly recommend this hotel, especially if you are traveling to Hiroshima by ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/23
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Great hotel clean, staff are great and the breakfast is fantastic.
Reviewed on 2026/2/21
Hilton Hiroshima
Room emasculate. Very nice accommodation and very good staff.
Reviewed on 2026/2/18
THE KNOT Hiroshima
The room was fine, spotless, the service excellent. The best things are at the top and bottom. The bar on the top floor - with toof garden - has super views (although the evening music may nt be to everyone's taste. On the ground floor, The Knot bar/restaurant is excellent; the pizzas particularly ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/22
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Big rooms, great staff, a bit dated and worn. Our floor - 20 - reeked of stale cigarette smoke although is was non-smoking. Location is convenient to the atomic dome as well as more restaurants than you could ever eat at. Public transportation is around the corner. Because of the nasty cigarette ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/23
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
Fantastic st
Reviewed on 2026/2/8
Other neighborhoods around Matoba
Minami Ward
While you're in Minami Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art or Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi 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.
Nagarekawacho
Though Nagarekawacho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
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.
Aki Ward
When in Aki Ward and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Hiroshima City Forestry Park or Fudenosato Kobo and hop on the metro to see more the city at Midoriguchi Station or Midorinakamachi Station.
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.
