Kurahashi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
Hiroshima Green Arena
Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops 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)
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Our pick of the best Kurahashi Hotel Deals
Sugawa House 1
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Fabulous hotel in central Hiroshima, walking distance to all attractions! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
The place was amazing. Great foyer and spotless rooms. Even had some English language TV
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Great location. Our room had amazing views of the surrounding areas. Close by to all the landmarks we wanted to see
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hilton Hiroshima
The rooms are spacious and luxurious only negatives were queuing for the breakfast in the mornings and drinks were expensive.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Everything about the room, the hotel the staff was great.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kurahashi
Itsukushima
While visiting Itsukushima, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Misen and Daisho-in.
Minami Ward
If you're spending time in Minami Ward, check out sights like Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art or Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hijiyama-shita Station or Hijiyamabashi Station.
Naka Ward
Travellers love Naka Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Hiroshima by jumping on the metro at Funairi-hon-machi Station or Funairi-saiwai-cho Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
Fuchu-cho
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Fuchu-cho. You might want to make time for a stop at Mazda Museum or Mikumarikyo Forest Park.
Nagarekawacho
While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Memorial Cathedral for World Peace are some notable places to visit nearby.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
