Natural Scenery
History View Hill (Kure Shipbuilding Dock)
History no Mieru Oka Kure Shipyard Dock
A hill overlooking the history of Kure, symbolizing its journey from a military port to a peaceful industrial city.Explore this spot
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History View Hill is a park in Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture, that serves as a symbol of the city's storied past.
What makes it special
Shipbuilding historyBattleship YamatoMasaoka Shiki literatureKure landscapesHistorical walks
About History View Hill (Kure Shipbuilding Dock)
- Observe the heavy, impressive design of the Shipbuilding Dock Monument up close.
- Feel the connection between literature and history through the Masaoka Shiki Monument.
- Visually trace the history of the battleship Yamato's construction from the Dock Sheds.
- Capture photos of the dynamic shipbuilding landscape from the top of the hill.
Weather forecast
Tue
8/4
32°/27°
82%
Wed
8/5
35°/27°
47%
Thu
8/6
35°/28°
6%
Fri
8/7
31°/28°
25%
Sat
8/8
30°/27°
31%
Sun
8/9
30°/27°
39%
Mon
8/10
28°/27°
48%
Tips
Payment
Cash or transportation IC card (for nearby travel/food)
English Support
Limited English availability on signage
Reservation
No reservation required
Clothing
Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for slopes
Photography
Photography of scenery and monuments is permitted
Accessibility
Some uneven terrain and steps on the hill
Etiquette
Please maintain a quiet atmosphere while strolling