Hiroshima Castle, reigning as a symbol of Hiroshima, is a captivating tourist spot where you can experience the beauty of its castle keep and the history of the castle town.
Castle
Historic Sites
National Treasure
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Highlights
Stunning views from the beautiful castle keep
Historical sites evoking the atmosphere of the castle town
Museums showcasing the history of the Hiroshima clan
Take the Hiroshima Electric Railway from JR Hiroshima Station and get off at Hiroshimajo-mae Station. It's right in front of the station. Show route
Op.Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cld.Days
December 29th - January 1st
Fee
Adults: ¥400, Children: ¥200
INFO
Allow about an hour to explore the inside of the Tenshu-kaku (main keep). Exploring the castle town will take approximately 1-2 hours. During cherry blossom season, expect crowds and plan for extra time.
Hiroshima Castle is a hirajiro (castle built on a flatland) located in Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Built by Fukushima Masanori, the feudal lord of Hiroshima during the Edo period, it thrived as the residence of the Hiroshima clan. After the Meiji Restoration, it was abandoned, and the castle keep was dismantled. It was rebuilt in the 1950s and is now cherished as a symbol of Hiroshima City. Hiroshima Castle is not only a place where you can experience the beauty of its castle keep and the history of the castle town but also a precious place to learn about the history and culture of Hiroshima. From the castle keep, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Hiroshima City, especially stunning at sunset. Within the castle grounds, there are museums where you can learn about the history of the Hiroshima clan and exhibition corners recreating life in the castle town, making it enjoyable for both adults and children. Hiroshima Castle is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot, and in spring, the entire castle is bathed in pink. During the cherry blossom season, it attracts many tourists. When visiting Hiroshima Castle, be sure to enjoy the view from the castle keep and a stroll through the castle town.
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