Itinerary Hiroshima

April is one of the best times to visit Hiroshima. Cherry blossoms peak, the weather is mild (15–20°C), and cultural sites are stunning with spring blooms.

💰 Budget overview

Category	Amount
✈️ Transport	1800 USD
🏨 Accommodations	900 USD
🧳 Gear	50 USD
🗺️ On-site	250 USD
Total	3000 USD

🗺️ Activities & landmarks

🇯🇵 Hiroshima - 3 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏛️ Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Museum ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • World-famous site dedicated to peace; includes the moving A-Bomb Dome and museum. Arrive early for fewer crowds.

• [ ] 🏛️ Hiroshima Castle ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Replica of the original "Carp Castle" with samurai exhibits and a panoramic top-floor view. Cherry blossom spot in April.

• [ ] 🏛️ Shukkeien Garden ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Tranquil Edo-period garden with scenic ponds, bridges, and teahouses. Blossoms are spectacular in spring.

• [ ] 🛕 Mitaki-dera Temple ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Hidden temple at the hillside, famous for its lush setting, mossy pagoda, and forest trails.

• [ ] 🌳 Hijiyama Park & Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Park with modern art installations, panoramic city views, and a top-tier contemporary art collection.

• [ ] 🏙️ Hondori Shopping Arcade & Kamiyacho ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Bustling covered street for local delicacies and unique souvenirs. Shop and people-watch.

• [ ] 🏛️ Honkawa Elementary School Peace Museum ⭐ (~1h)

  • Preserved school with moving testimonials from atomic bomb survivors.

• [ ] 🏛️ Fukuromachi Elementary School Peace Museum ⭐ (~0.5h)

  • Another testament to local resilience with evocative survivor stories.

• [ ] 🏙️ Naka Ward (Downtown Hiroshima) ⭐⭐ (~1–2h)

  • Vibrant downtown area for local boutiques, cafes, and lively atmosphere.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 Sky Lounge Orizuru, Orizuru Tower ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Elegant rooftop bar/cafe opposite the Peace Park. Magnificent night city views and refined cocktails.

• [ ] 🍸 Bar RISE ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Unique signature cocktails with a Japanese twist in a trendy ambience.

• [ ] 🎶 Jazzlive Comin ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Intimate live jazz club—ideal for a classy, atmospheric evening.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍜 Okonomimura ⭐⭐⭐

  • Legendary multi-floor okonomiyaki building. Try layers of Hiroshima-style pancake (~¥1000–¥1500).

• [ ] 🍣 Uotomi ⭐⭐

  • Renowned for ultra-fresh local oysters and sashimi, stylish upscale setting.

• [ ] 🍚 Hassho ⭐⭐

  • Beloved by locals for okonomiyaki; queues can form—worth the wait.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🛕 Tamon-in Temple (~1h)

  • Quieter alternative for Zen reflection and garden walks.

• [ ] 🎨 Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum (~1.5h)

  • Rich collection of Japanese and Western artworks.

• [ ] 🚴 Cycle along the Kyobashi River (~1.5h)

  • For active travelers—see riverside and cherry trees at your own pace.

• [ ] 🚢 Ferry to Etajima Island (~2h round trip)

  • Visit historic naval sites; excellent if craving more off-the-beaten-path history.

🎬 Films & series to watch

🇯🇵 Hiroshima

• [ ] 🎬 Hiroshima Mon Amour (1959) — ⭐ 7.8 — French classic about love, memory, and war aftermath, set in Hiroshima — Criterion Channel
• [ ] 🎬 Black Rain (1989) — ⭐ 7.6 — Poignant drama about survivors in the immediate post-bombing period — Amazon Prime
• [ ] 📺 Little Boy (2015) — ⭐ 7.0 — WWII story with Hiroshima backdrop — `Netflix``

🍜 Local specialties

🇯🇵 Hiroshima

• [ ] Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki (savory layered pancake)
• [ ] Fresh Hiroshima Oysters (local, steamed or raw)
• [ ] Momiji Manju (maple-leaf-shaped sweet cake)
• [ ] Tsukemen (spicy cold dipping noodles)
• [ ] Anago-meshi (conger eel over rice)

📍 Maps - places to pin

🇯🇵 Hiroshima

1. 🌤️ Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Museum
2. 🌙 Sky Lounge Orizuru (Orizuru Tower)
3. 🛍️ Hondori Shopping Arcade
4. 🏨 Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel
5. 🍽️ Okonomimura

✈️ Transport to book

• [ ] ✈️ London → Hiroshima (via Tokyo or Osaka, usually 1 stop)
• [ ] ✈️ Hiroshima → London

🏨 Accommodations

City	Nights	Accommodation	Price
Hiroshima	3	Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel	900 USD
Total	3		900 USD