Asakita Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Asakita 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 shops and notable monuments 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.
Activities
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima Kagura Performance Entry Ticket
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Hiroshima in a Nutshell: Morning Bike Adventure
Japan Yokai Museum Admission fee in Miyoshi, Hiroshima
Our pick of the best Asakita Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
The room was comfortable, the lounge on the 21st floor was excellent.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Lovely room, quiet, clean , spacious and comfortable. Hotel is also in great location. Walkable to Peace park and museum and shopping and dining.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
The room is clean and looks like new. The location is perfect that just next to the JR train station. Lots of restaurants and shopping stores in the building. It's very convenient. Will book again next time.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Ideal location close to Atomic Dome and museum and many little lanes with restaurants. Clean rooms and love the little knot coins to buy some treats. Lovely staff
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Big and comfortable room great service
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
Best breakfast! A very friendly and helpful staff!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Asakita Ward
Higashi Ward
While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima Toshogu or Hiroshima City Forestry Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Fudoin-mae Station or Ushita Station.
Asaminami Ward
If you're spending time in Asaminami Ward, check out sights like Aeon Mall or Hiroshima's Transportation Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Tomo Station or Ohara Station.
Ōsukachō
When in Ōsukachō, you can plan a visit to Shukkeien and Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Aki Ward
When in Aki Ward and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Hiroshima City Forestry Park or Fudenosato Kobo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Midoriguchi Station or Midorinakamachi Station.
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.
