Motomachi Travel Guide
Hiroshima
Popular places to visit
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.
Hiroshima Castle
Visit this magnificently reconstructed castle to explore its towering main keep and learn about Japanese feudal history and Samurai culture at the museum within.
Hiroshima Museum of Art
See an extensive collection of artworks by famous European modern masters and Japanese painters working in the Western style at this charming museum.
Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine
Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine is just one of the places to see in Hiroshima, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Hiroshima Walking Tour Why A Bomb was dropped to Hiroshima
Hiroshima & Miyajima Shrine Bus Tour With Local Guide
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch
Hiroshima & Miyajima Group Walking Tour With Local Guide
Top hotels in Motomachi
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
we loved our room with the view of the mountains and ocean.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Clean room, helpful staff. The snacks & drinks available for free were amazing!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
Smell of smoke even though the room was smoke free
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Grandvrio Hotel Miyajima Wakura
Staff were very accommodating and helped us understand where everything was even though we only knew minimal Japanese. They took the time to make sure we were comfortable. We had the executive room with a separate bath facing the Miyajima Island. It was a beautiful view. The only thing we wished ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Lovely big room with giant bed! Great location
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hotel Hokke Club Hiroshima
All excellent in terms of room services and breakfast!!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Motomachi
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.
Kamiyacho
If you're spending time in Kamiyacho, check out sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District or Kamiyacho and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Hondori Station.
Hondori
While there might not be top attractions in Hondori, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
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.
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.
