Hiroshima

Hiroshima — explore by quarter

Visit memorials that invite reflection on peace, gardens, and nearby Miyajima. Allow separate days or time blocks for city sightseeing and the island journey.

4 quarters4 attractions and 4 foods per quarter
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MONTHLY WEATHER

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Average monthly low and high temperatures · °C

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Hiroshima — average monthly temperatures, January–DecemberMonthly changes in average high and low temperatures. See the table below for exact figures.-5°0°5°10°15°20°25°30°35°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Hiroshima — average monthly temperatures (°C)
MonJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Average high10°11°15°20°24°27°31°33°29°24°18°12°
Average low2°2°5°10°15°20°24°25°21°15°9°4°

Observation station Hiroshima (47765) · Reference 1991–2020

Japan Meteorological Agency · WMO/NOAA ↗ · Displayed rounded to whole numbers.

These averages are a reference for travel timing and may differ from actual forecasts.

YOUR SEASON

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Choose a quarter to explore travel highlights.

January–March · Weather and clothing

Enjoy quiet winter streets and scenery that begins to change in late winter. Wear warm layers and divide outdoor walks into shorter sections.

Check official information before visiting for flowering, festivals, and facility operations.

Hiroshima attractions 4 attractions

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Walk around the monuments and Atomic Bomb Dome to reflect on the city’s history and the meaning of peace. Allow enough time to read the accounts and pause.

January–March — travel highlights

Before enjoying winter landscapes and trees, check cold winds and conditions underfoot.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Visit memorial areas quietly, and check the museum’s opening and admission information separately.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Itsukushima Shrine · Miyajima — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Itsukushima Shrine · Miyajima

Visit a coastal shrine and its torii gate in the sea on an island near Hiroshima. The surrounding scenery changes with the tides.

January–March — travel highlights

Sea breezes and water temperature cannot be judged from the air-temperature table alone. Focus on viewpoints and coastal walks, and check local safety notices.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check ferry times and tide information. Keep your distance from the island’s animals and do not lure them with food.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Shukkeien Garden — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Shukkeien Garden

A city garden arranged around a pond, small bridges, and trees. Add a calm walk here between visits to larger sights.

January–March — travel highlights

Before enjoying winter landscapes and trees, check cold winds and conditions underfoot.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check entry times, and leave room for other visitors to pass on narrow paths and bridges.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY-SA 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Hiroshima Castle area — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Hiroshima Castle area

See the city’s historic scenery along paths around the moat and castle grounds. Check official operating information for access to the buildings.

January–March — travel highlights

Divide walks into short sections away from cold winds to enjoy the streets’ quieter atmosphere.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check building access, relocation, and construction notices first. Plan park walks separately from indoor visits.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Hiroshima — food to try 4 foods

We chose dishes available year-round. Photos are examples; ingredients and presentation may vary by shop and season.

Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki

Batter, cabbage, noodles, and other ingredients layered and cooked together. Enjoy the textures of the layers with the sauce.

January–March — travel highlights

Enjoy this alongside a warm meal between walks. Allow time to rest as you move between indoor and outdoor temperatures.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check noodle and topping choices and cooking methods, and be careful around the hot griddle.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

EllieBellie25 · CC BY-SA 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Oyster dishes — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Oyster dishes

Oysters enjoyed grilled, fried, or prepared in other ways. The selection varies with supply and preparation.

January–March — travel highlights

Enjoy this alongside a warm meal between walks. Allow time to rest as you move between indoor and outdoor temperatures.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check the day’s menu and whether oysters are thoroughly cooked, and choose according to your dietary needs.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Danaimge · CC BY-SA 3.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Momiji manju — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Momiji manju

Maple-leaf-shaped sweets filled with red-bean paste or other fillings. Compare different fillings and packaging options.

January–March — travel highlights

Enjoy this alongside a warm meal between walks. Allow time to rest as you move between indoor and outdoor temperatures.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check individual pieces and gift assortments, storage instructions, and use-by dates.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

毒島みるく · CC0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Conger eel rice bowl — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Conger eel rice bowl

Rice topped with cooked conger eel. Sauce, preparation, and accompaniments vary by shop.

January–March — travel highlights

Enjoy this alongside a warm meal between walks. Allow time to rest as you move between indoor and outdoor temperatures.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check the eel type, portion size, and set contents before eating.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

z tanuki · CC BY 3.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

April–June · Weather and clothing

A good period for spring flowers and fresh greenery. Bloom dates vary each year; bring an umbrella and an extra layer for late-spring rain and temperature changes.

Check official information before visiting for flowering, festivals, and facility operations.

Hiroshima attractions 4 attractions

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Walk around the monuments and Atomic Bomb Dome to reflect on the city’s history and the meaning of peace. Allow enough time to read the accounts and pause.

April–June — travel highlights

Take time to observe new leaves and changing scenery. Follow on-site guidance for actual bloom conditions and access.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Visit memorial areas quietly, and check the museum’s opening and admission information separately.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Itsukushima Shrine · Miyajima — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Itsukushima Shrine · Miyajima

Visit a coastal shrine and its torii gate in the sea on an island near Hiroshima. The surrounding scenery changes with the tides.

April–June — travel highlights

Enjoy bright coastal scenery while preparing for wind and rain. Check local operations before deciding to swim.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check ferry times and tide information. Keep your distance from the island’s animals and do not lure them with food.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Shukkeien Garden — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Shukkeien Garden

A city garden arranged around a pond, small bridges, and trees. Add a calm walk here between visits to larger sights.

April–June — travel highlights

Take time to observe new leaves and changing scenery. Follow on-site guidance for actual bloom conditions and access.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check entry times, and leave room for other visitors to pass on narrow paths and bridges.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY-SA 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Hiroshima Castle area — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Hiroshima Castle area

See the city’s historic scenery along paths around the moat and castle grounds. Check official operating information for access to the buildings.

April–June — travel highlights

On warmer days, link nearby lanes and walking paths. Check official notices for the timing of flowers and fresh greenery.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check building access, relocation, and construction notices first. Plan park walks separately from indoor visits.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Hiroshima — food to try 4 foods

We chose dishes available year-round. Photos are examples; ingredients and presentation may vary by shop and season.

Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki

Batter, cabbage, noodles, and other ingredients layered and cooked together. Enjoy the textures of the layers with the sauce.

April–June — travel highlights

Enjoy this as a meal or snack on a more active trip. Check shop closing days and busy times.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check noodle and topping choices and cooking methods, and be careful around the hot griddle.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

EllieBellie25 · CC BY-SA 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Oyster dishes — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Oyster dishes

Oysters enjoyed grilled, fried, or prepared in other ways. The selection varies with supply and preparation.

April–June — travel highlights

Enjoy this as a meal or snack on a more active trip. Check shop closing days and busy times.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check the day’s menu and whether oysters are thoroughly cooked, and choose according to your dietary needs.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Danaimge · CC BY-SA 3.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Momiji manju — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Momiji manju

Maple-leaf-shaped sweets filled with red-bean paste or other fillings. Compare different fillings and packaging options.

April–June — travel highlights

Enjoy this as a meal or snack on a more active trip. Check shop closing days and busy times.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check individual pieces and gift assortments, storage instructions, and use-by dates.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

毒島みるく · CC0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Conger eel rice bowl — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Conger eel rice bowl

Rice topped with cooked conger eel. Sauce, preparation, and accompaniments vary by shop.

April–June — travel highlights

Enjoy this as a meal or snack on a more active trip. Check shop closing days and busy times.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check the eel type, portion size, and set contents before eating.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

z tanuki · CC BY 3.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

July–September · Weather and clothing

Prepare for heat, humidity, and rain. Include shaded or indoor breaks, and adjust outdoor plans when typhoons or heavy rain are forecast.

Check official information before visiting for flowering, festivals, and facility operations.

Hiroshima attractions 4 attractions

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Walk around the monuments and Atomic Bomb Dome to reflect on the city’s history and the meaning of peace. Allow enough time to read the accounts and pause.

July–September — travel highlights

Enjoy greenery and waterside scenery, but move to a safe indoor place when heat, rain, or lightning is forecast.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Visit memorial areas quietly, and check the museum’s opening and admission information separately.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Itsukushima Shrine · Miyajima — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Itsukushima Shrine · Miyajima

Visit a coastal shrine and its torii gate in the sea on an island near Hiroshima. The surrounding scenery changes with the tides.

July–September — travel highlights

Prepare for strong sunshine and waves. Follow beach and boat restrictions, and choose land-based activities when warnings are issued.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check ferry times and tide information. Keep your distance from the island’s animals and do not lure them with food.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Shukkeien Garden — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Shukkeien Garden

A city garden arranged around a pond, small bridges, and trees. Add a calm walk here between visits to larger sights.

July–September — travel highlights

Enjoy greenery and waterside scenery, but move to a safe indoor place when heat, rain, or lightning is forecast.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check entry times, and leave room for other visitors to pass on narrow paths and bridges.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY-SA 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Hiroshima Castle area — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Hiroshima Castle area

See the city’s historic scenery along paths around the moat and castle grounds. Check official operating information for access to the buildings.

July–September — travel highlights

Walk in the morning or late afternoon rather than at midday, and include shaded breaks. Leave room to switch to indoor visits when it rains.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check building access, relocation, and construction notices first. Plan park walks separately from indoor visits.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Hiroshima — food to try 4 foods

We chose dishes available year-round. Photos are examples; ingredients and presentation may vary by shop and season.

Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki

Batter, cabbage, noodles, and other ingredients layered and cooked together. Enjoy the textures of the layers with the sauce.

July–September — travel highlights

Enjoy it at a relaxed pace indoors or in the shade to escape the heat. Check storage and preparation conditions, and drink enough water.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check noodle and topping choices and cooking methods, and be careful around the hot griddle.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

EllieBellie25 · CC BY-SA 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Oyster dishes — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Oyster dishes

Oysters enjoyed grilled, fried, or prepared in other ways. The selection varies with supply and preparation.

July–September — travel highlights

Enjoy it at a relaxed pace indoors or in the shade to escape the heat. Check storage and preparation conditions, and drink enough water.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check the day’s menu and whether oysters are thoroughly cooked, and choose according to your dietary needs.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Danaimge · CC BY-SA 3.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Momiji manju — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Momiji manju

Maple-leaf-shaped sweets filled with red-bean paste or other fillings. Compare different fillings and packaging options.

July–September — travel highlights

Enjoy it at a relaxed pace indoors or in the shade to escape the heat. Check storage and preparation conditions, and drink enough water.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check individual pieces and gift assortments, storage instructions, and use-by dates.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

毒島みるく · CC0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Conger eel rice bowl — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Conger eel rice bowl

Rice topped with cooked conger eel. Sauce, preparation, and accompaniments vary by shop.

July–September — travel highlights

Enjoy it at a relaxed pace indoors or in the shade to escape the heat. Check storage and preparation conditions, and drink enough water.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check the eel type, portion size, and set contents before eating.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

z tanuki · CC BY 3.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

October–December · Weather and clothing

The scenery progresses from early-autumn walks through late-autumn colors to winter landscapes. Consider morning and evening warmth and earlier sunsets.

Check official information before visiting for flowering, festivals, and facility operations.

Hiroshima attractions 4 attractions

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Walk around the monuments and Atomic Bomb Dome to reflect on the city’s history and the meaning of peace. Allow enough time to read the accounts and pause.

October–December — travel highlights

Observe changes in the scenery from leaf colors and low sunlight. Higher places may become cold sooner than the lowlands.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Visit memorial areas quietly, and check the museum’s opening and admission information separately.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Itsukushima Shrine · Miyajima — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Itsukushima Shrine · Miyajima

Visit a coastal shrine and its torii gate in the sea on an island near Hiroshima. The surrounding scenery changes with the tides.

October–December — travel highlights

Enjoy sky and sea views while checking wind, waves, and transport operations. Bring an outer layer and plan return transport along the coast.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check ferry times and tide information. Keep your distance from the island’s animals and do not lure them with food.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Shukkeien Garden — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Shukkeien Garden

A city garden arranged around a pond, small bridges, and trees. Add a calm walk here between visits to larger sights.

October–December — travel highlights

Observe changes in the scenery from leaf colors and low sunlight. Higher places may become cold sooner than the lowlands.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check entry times, and leave room for other visitors to pass on narrow paths and bridges.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY-SA 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Hiroshima Castle area — location photo
Destination photos

Location · Hiroshima

Hiroshima Castle area

See the city’s historic scenery along paths around the moat and castle grounds. Check official operating information for access to the buildings.

October–December — travel highlights

Start walks earlier as daylight shortens, and bring warm clothing to enjoy evening scenery.

View details
Visiting and transport tips

Check building access, relocation, and construction notices first. Plan park walks separately from indoor visits.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Hiroshima — food to try 4 foods

We chose dishes available year-round. Photos are examples; ingredients and presentation may vary by shop and season.

Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki

Batter, cabbage, noodles, and other ingredients layered and cooked together. Enjoy the textures of the layers with the sauce.

October–December — travel highlights

Enjoy it during an evening walk or take a break with a warm meal. Adjust your visiting time to the local weather.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check noodle and topping choices and cooking methods, and be careful around the hot griddle.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

EllieBellie25 · CC BY-SA 4.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Oyster dishes — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Oyster dishes

Oysters enjoyed grilled, fried, or prepared in other ways. The selection varies with supply and preparation.

October–December — travel highlights

Enjoy it during an evening walk or take a break with a warm meal. Adjust your visiting time to the local weather.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check the day’s menu and whether oysters are thoroughly cooked, and choose according to your dietary needs.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

Danaimge · CC BY-SA 3.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Momiji manju — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Momiji manju

Maple-leaf-shaped sweets filled with red-bean paste or other fillings. Compare different fillings and packaging options.

October–December — travel highlights

Enjoy it during an evening walk or take a break with a warm meal. Adjust your visiting time to the local weather.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check individual pieces and gift assortments, storage instructions, and use-by dates.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

毒島みるく · CC0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

Conger eel rice bowl — food photo
Food example

Available year-round · Availability may vary with ingredients and shop operations.

Conger eel rice bowl

Rice topped with cooked conger eel. Sauce, preparation, and accompaniments vary by shop.

October–December — travel highlights

Enjoy it during an evening walk or take a break with a warm meal. Adjust your visiting time to the local weather.

View details
How to enjoy it

Check the eel type, portion size, and set contents before eating.

View official tourism guidance ↗

Photo sources and usage terms

z tanuki · CC BY 3.0 ↗

Original photo ↗ · Resized and converted to WebP

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READY TO TRAVEL

Hiroshima travel preparation

Check flights, accommodation, entry requirements, and electronic-device voltage before departure.

  • If traveling between cities, compare individual transport costs and pass conditions.
  • Check charger input voltage before connecting to a 100V socket. Adapters do not change voltage.
  • Keep cash in separate places for small shops that only accept cash.

Official regional tourism guidance ↗ · Information checked 2026-10-03

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