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.
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.
Hiroshima Green Arena
Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.
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.
Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this walkable area.
Activities
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima Peace & History Tour: Why the Atomic Bomb Was Dropped
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Hiroshima: Miyajima and Hiroshima UNESCO Day Tour
Hiroshima & Miyajima 6.5h Guided Tour – Dome, Park & Shrine
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch
Our pick of the best Kurahashi Hotel Deals
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
We recommend it.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Room was roomy and clean. Breakfast was very good and snack, wine free for guests. There was a plus that hotel has laundry room and Onsen.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Room was
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
The breakfast was amazing. Close to all tourist sites. Easy walking. Large rooms with amenities
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hotel Hokke Club Hiroshima
Great location, easy walk to Peace Park and streetcar. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
Very nice and typical of the Granvia product.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kurahashi
Itsukushima
While visiting Itsukushima, you might make a stop by sights like Daisho-in and Miyajima Aquarium.
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 Kamiyacho 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.
