Visit Hiroshima’s two UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the “Atomic Bomb Dome” and “Itsukushima Shrine” – along with the “Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum,” which conveys the reality of atomic bomb damage to this day.​​

Departure from Hiroshima Station (around 9:30 AM)

Transportation: 15 minute tram ride (get off at Atomic Bomb Dome-mae)

World Heritage Site: Atomic Bomb Dome (20 minutes)

This building was damaged by the world’s first nuclear weapon used in warfare at the end of World War II. The Atomic Bomb Dome, preserved in its original state, serves as a testament to the devastation of nuclear weapons and continues to advocate for nuclear disarmament and lasting world peace across generations.

Transportation: 10 minute walk

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum (60 minutes)

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum collects and displays personal belongings of atomic bomb victims, photographs and materials showing the devastation of the bombing, while also introducing Hiroshima’s journey before and after the bombing and the situation in the nuclear age.

Transportation: 10 minute walk

Board the high-speed boat “Hiroshima World Heritage Route” from Hiroshima Peace Park Pier

This high-speed boat connects Peace Park and Miyajima in the shortest time possible. (Adult: one-way ¥2,200, round-trip ¥4,000)

Transportation: Approximately 45-minute boat ride

Arrival at Miyajima, Lunch

There are many restaurants where you can enjoy local specialties such as conger eel rice, oysters, and okonomiyaki. Explore and discover interesting restaurants that catch your eye.

World Heritage Site: Itsukushima Shrine (30 minutes)

Famous for its vermillion shrine buildings standing in the sea. You can enjoy different scenic views depending on the tide levels, and at high tide, the shrine appears to float on the water, earning it the nickname “Shrine on the Sea.”

Omotesando Shopping Street Exploration (60 minutes)

The main street where you can enjoy shopping for Miyajima specialties and souvenirs. This approximately 350-meter shopping street leads to Itsukushima Shrine and is always bustling with tourists.

Board the high-speed boat “Hiroshima World Heritage Route” from Miyajima Pier

Transportation: Approximately 45-minute boat ride

Arrival at Hiroshima Peace Park Pier

Transportation: Approximately 15-minute tram ride (board at Atomic Bomb Dome-mae)

Arrival at Hiroshima Station (around 5:00 PM)