Matoba Travel Guide
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.
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.
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 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.
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 shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.
Things to do
Hiroshima: Miyajima Peace Memorial Icons of Peace and Beauty
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Full Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Bus Tour from Hiroshima
Top hotels in Matoba
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Room was clean, staff were friendly and the location was great for the price. Check in and check out process are also easy.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Clean room
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hilton Hiroshima
Everything was amazing, from the clean room to the executive lounge, to the staff.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Room was comfortable, and staff friendly, but having check-in on the top floor bar (even if temporary) is weird. Colour choices for rooms are straight out of the 90's with it's choice of Green velvet for the bed. Shower and Bathroom were acceptable, and bed was comfortable though. Staff were friendly, ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Nest Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae
Clean and spacious room
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
The breakfast was good, and I was happy that even though I went late, there was enough of everything left. The fresh made pancakes were a delight, but I was disappointed that I could not make the topping machine work, and I would have liked to have a maple syrup option.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Matoba
Minami Ward
If you're spending time in Minami Ward, check out sights like Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art or Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.
Nagarekawacho
While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
Naka Ward
Travellers love Naka Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Hiroshima by jumping on the metro at Funairi-hon-machi Station or Funairi-saiwai-cho Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
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 of 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.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
