Higashi Ward
Hiroshima
Visit Higashi 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.
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.
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 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.
Things to do
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch
Hiroshima Peace & History Tour: Why the Atomic Bomb Was Dropped
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Full Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Bus Tour from Hiroshima
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Top hotels in Higashi Ward
Hiroshima Station Universal Hotel Shinkansen Exit Right
Everything Smooth Perfect Walkable to the shinkansen Station
Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026
Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel
Clean, modern, very comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 2 Apr, 2026
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hiroshima Station
Great hotel
Reviewed on 26 Mar, 2026
APA Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae Shinkansenguchi
Room was clean, amenities are great, and the location is really good
Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026
Trust Hotel
The hotel offers regular rooms, capsule like bunk rooms, and deluxe rooms. My only complaint is the capsule room doors are just an accordion style shutter. I do appreciate the in bunk television, and the adequate lock table storage. Overall, I had a good stay.
Reviewed on 25 Mar, 2026
Toyoko Inn Hiroshima-eki Shinkansen-guchi No.2
Other neighbourhoods around Higashi Ward
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.
Ebisucho
While you're in Ebisucho, take in top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and jump on the metro at Ebisu-cho Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
Hiroshima City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums and prominent monuments, there's plenty to explore in Hiroshima City Centre. You can visit top attractions like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho, and jump on the metro at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Tate-machi Station to see more of the city.
