Higashi Ward Travel Guide
Hiroshima
Visit Higashi Ward
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.
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.
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.
Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium 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.
Things to do
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Hiroshima Walking Tour Why A Bomb was dropped to Hiroshima
Hiroshima: Miyajima Peace Memorial Icons of Peace and Beauty
Top hotels in Higashi Ward
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hiroshima Station
This hotel was excellent, it was clean easy to get to from the train station and the twin room was huge. Very happy with this property and would recommend.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel
This is a well appointed hotel with an excellent location for the Shinkansen and local transportation. Our room was clean and spacious. Dining options in the hotel and vicinity are good. I would happily stay here again.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
APA Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae Shinkansenguchi
It was fine, instructions for onsen were confusing so didn’t use. Room was small but fine for 1
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hiroshima Station Universal Hotel Shinkansen Exit Right
i am going to stay this hotel again when my next visit to hiroshima
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Trust Hotel
Lovely hotel offering a varied breakfast buffet Excellent staff and spotless rooms. Convenient location.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Toyoko Inn Hiroshima-eki Shinkansen-guchi No.1
Great location near ststion
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Higashi Ward
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.
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.
Motomachi
If you're spending time in Motomachi, check out sights like Hiroshima Green Arena or Hiroshima Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kencho-mae Station or Kamiya-cho-higashi Station.
Minami Ward
If you're spending time in Minami Ward, check out sights like Hijiyama Garden or Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.
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.
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.
