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Nationwide (Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Koshinetsu, Kansai, Tokai, Chugoku, Shikoku, Kyushu, Okinawa)
June 5, 2026
Hiroshima boasts numerous tourist attractions where you can enjoy World Heritage sites, history, and nature, including Itsukushima Shrine, Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle, Onomichi's Cat Alley, and Okunoshima Island. This article summarizes how to get from Hiroshima Airport to the city center and introduces some of Hiroshima's most popular tourist spots. Furthermore, the latest luxury resorts and glamping experiences that are attracting attention in Japan are also a must-try attraction of a trip to Hiroshima.
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Since Hiroshima Airport does not have direct connections to the Shinkansen or JR conventional lines, it is convenient to use the Hiroshima Airport Limousine Bus, which runs frequently, for transportation from the airport.
| Airport bus routes | Main arrival stations | Traveler's Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Hiroshima Station Line (Airport Limousine Bus) | JR Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit | Recommended for those transferring to the Shinkansen or travelers staying near Hiroshima Station. |
| Hiroshima Bus Center Line (Airport Limousine Bus) | Hiroshima Bus Center | Convenient for travelers going to the city center, Hondori Shopping Street, and surrounding tourist attractions. |
| Fukuyama Station Line (Airport Limousine Bus) | Fukuyama station | Recommended for those who want to visit tourist spots in the Fukuyama area and along the Seto Inland Sea coast. |
| Mihara Station Line (Airport Limousine Bus) | JR Mihara Station | Convenient for travelers heading from Mihara to Okunoshima Island and other destinations. |
Miyajima's Itsukushima Shrine is a representative tourist spot in Hiroshima, known as one of Japan's three most scenic spots and highly rated in the Michelin Green Guide. Itsukushima Shrine is said to have been founded in 593, and Miyajima itself has long been revered as a sacred island. To avoid damaging the sacred land, the shrine buildings are built in a unique Shinden-zukuri style on the seashore, where the tides ebb and flow. At high tide, a fantastical and sacred landscape unfolds, as if the shrine is floating on the sea, and at low tide, you can walk close to the Great Torii gate.
Official HP: https://www.itsukushimajinja.jp/
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a representative tourist spot in Hiroshima, located along the Motoyasu River in the city center, near the hypocenter of the atomic bomb. The vast park was designed by Kenzo Tange, one of Japan's leading architects, and was completed in 1954. It serves as a place to commemorate the victims of the atomic bombing and to send a message to the world about a world without nuclear weapons and the desire for lasting peace. Within the park are the Atomic Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Peace Bell, which symbolizes the desire for peace.
Official HP: https://www.city.hiroshima.lg.jp/living/park-green/1005983/1026353/1003127.html
Hiroshima Castle is located in the heart of Hiroshima City and is a representative flatland castle built at the end of the 16th century by the Sengoku period daimyo Mori Terumoto. It is one of Hiroshima's famous tourist spots and is also selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Castles. Its exterior is mainly made of black wooden planks, and it is affectionately known by the nickname "Rijo" (Carp Castle) because of its appearance.
Official HP: https://hiroshimacastle.jp/
Located on the slopes of Senkoji Mountain in Onomichi, "Cat's Alley" is a narrow stone staircase path approximately 200 meters long, with some sections less than 1 meter wide. It is known as a unique spot in Hiroshima where you can feel art and a mysterious atmosphere. It all started when artist Haruji Sonoyama began placing his self-painted "lucky stone cats" on the stone steps, old walls, and in the shade of trees. Nearby, you can also find the "Maneki-neko Museum in Onomichi," which displays more than 3,000 lucky cat figurines, the retro cafe "Fukurou no Yakata," and the Fukuishi-neko Shrine, which enshrines the first lucky stone cat.
Sandankyo Gorge is located in Akiota Town in northwestern Hiroshima Prefecture and is a scenic spot rich in nature, designated as a National Special Place of Scenic Beauty. Surrounded by cliffs reaching approximately 100 meters in height, visitors can enjoy magnificent natural scenery, including the beautiful Kurobuchi pool with its deep green waters. Around Kurobuchi and Nidan Falls, you can also experience cruising through the gorge on a traditional ferry. In addition, you can enjoy kayaking, SUP, and the streams that turn red with autumn leaves in the fall, making it a recommended spot in Hiroshima where you can fully enjoy nature.
Official HP: https://cs-akiota.or.jp/sandankyo/
Okunoshima is a small island with an area of approximately 0.7 square kilometers, located in the Seto Inland Sea off the coast of Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture. More than 700 wild rabbits are said to live on the island, and it is affectionately known as "Rabbit Island" by tourists from both Japan and abroad. On the other hand, it also has a history of being used as a poison gas manufacturing base by the former Japanese military during World War II, and at one point it was even removed from maps. Even today, remnants such as the remains of a power plant and poison gas storage facilities remain on the island. The island's rabbits are accustomed to people, and sometimes gather near tourists when a ferry arrives.
Tourism website:https://dive-hiroshima.com/explore/1384/
At "Angee Labo" located in Hiroshima's Hondori shopping street, you can create your own original item as a memento of your trip to Hiroshima. They offer experiences such as making original lipsticks using 100% natural plant-derived vegan colors, and blending your own perfume, with prices ranging from approximately 2,200 yen to 4,400 yen.
Official HP: https://hiroshima-angeelabo.com/
Located in the Hondori shopping street in Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, "sora studio & gallery" is a pottery studio where you can enjoy the scenery of Onomichi and the Seto Inland Sea, as well as traditional craftsmanship. It was established by potter Yoshifumi Fujimoto. Mr. Fujimoto has been teaching and creating pottery in Hakone for over 10 years, having instructed more than 1 people. In 2016, he returned to his hometown and opened this art space.
Official HP: https://onomichi-sora-shop.com/
Experiencing Heian period attire at the World Heritage site of Miyajima is a recommended historical and cultural experience for travelers interested in traditional Japanese culture. It is believed that over 1,000 years ago, during the Heian period, nobles and princesses also visited Miyajima for worship. In addition to Heian period attire for women, rental services are also available for men's kariginu (hunting robes), as well as beautiful kimonos and yukata.
Official HP: https://momijinoga.jp/
In Japan, with the expansion of the luxury outdoor leisure market, a style of accommodation that combines glamping with natural hot springs, luxurious meals, and resort experiences is gaining attention. Here, we introduce three of Hiroshima's leading luxury resort glamping facilities.
Located on Ikuchijima Island in Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, this luxurious glamping facility boasts a superb location offering panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea. Each unit features a private BBQ area and is characterized by its open design with large windows. For dinner, guests can enjoy Setouchi beef steak or Hiroshima's famous lemon hot pot. Furthermore, you can spend a relaxing time with family and friends while enjoying roasted marshmallows.
This luxurious glamping facility is located on the beachfront of Osakishimojima Island, known as the "Island of Hiroshima Lemons," in the Seto Inland Sea. All guest rooms have private open-air baths with natural hot springs, and each also features a spacious private garden. At night, you can enjoy a bonfire around a fire pit in your room. For meals, you can savor luxurious outdoor cuisine such as wagyu beef steak and beer can chicken. The beds are equipped with high-end "Simmons" mattresses, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing night's sleep.
The most recommended option, with the most frequent service, is the Hiroshima Airport Limousine Bus. After arriving at Hiroshima Airport, you can choose a route that suits your accommodation. There are routes that go directly to the JR Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit and routes that go directly to the Hiroshima Bus Center in the city center.
One option is to take a ferry to Okunoshima Island via Mihara Station. Another option is to take a bus from Hiroshima Airport towards Mihara Station.
Activities include creating original lipsticks and perfumes at Angee Labo, pottery making at sora studio in Onomichi, and trying on Heian period costumes in Miyajima. These are recommended for those who want to experience Hiroshima's culture more deeply, beyond typical sightseeing.
I don't really recommend it. Because the directions of travel are different, it's better to plan your sightseeing in Hiroshima city, such as Hiroshima Castle and Peace Memorial Park, on one day, and Miyajima and Itsukushima Shrine on a separate day.
On your next trip to Hiroshima, you can enjoy the city's charm more deeply by combining World Heritage sites and historical tourist spots with unique local cultural experiences. Furthermore, by incorporating glamping or luxurious resort villas, which are becoming increasingly popular in Japan, you can make the accommodation itself the purpose of your trip, offering experiences such as the nature of the Seto Inland Sea, natural hot springs, bonfires, saunas, and BBQs using local ingredients. If you travel from Hiroshima Airport to sightseeing in the city, visit Miyajima, Onomichi, and Okunoshima, and finally spend time at a luxurious resort surrounded by nature, you can enjoy sightseeing, cultural experiences, and a resort stay all in one Hiroshima trip.
He is an editor at Resort Glamping.com, a glamping-focused media outlet visited by approximately 100 million people a month. He has written over 150 articles introducing glamping facilities and experience reports, and is involved in a wide range of glamping facility services, from planning and development to operation and customer acquisition consulting.
