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  • The A-Bomb Dome is one of the most photographed structures on our Japan tours.
  • The Children's Peace Monument
  • A-Bomb Dome
  • Hiroshima Castle
  • Hiroshima Memorial Park

Although widely known as the city destroyed by an atomic bomb in 1945, Hiroshima is now a modern, cosmopolitan city, featuring excellent cuisine and bustling nightlife on Japanese tours.

A mostly industrial city, best known for its production of Mazda vehicles, Hiroshima is the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture and the largest city in the Chugoku region of western Honshu.

Peace Memorial Park is one of the most prominent features in Hiroshima. Previous to its construction, the area was the financial and political heart of Hiroshima, thereby making it the prime target for the bombing on August 6th, 1945.

Today this 120,000 sq. metre park, featuring several memorials, monuments, museums, and lecture halls, acts as a tribute to the bomb’s direct and indirect victims (approx. 140,000). As well it stands as an advocate for world peace while remembering this devastating incident in Japanese history. The park is also the site of the annual 6 August Peace Memorial Ceremony, a ceremony held every year on the anniversary of the bomb attack.

One of Peace Memorial Park’s features is the Atomic Bomb Dome which can be seen on Hiroshima tours. With only the partially-standing structure and skeletal ruins left after the bomb attack, this domed building is now listed on the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Another UNESCO World Heritage Site is Itsukushima Shrine, located in Miyajima Islands as part of Hiroshima Prefecture.

Featuring various art galleries, parks, and museums, Hiroshima had been declared the City of Peace in 1969 by the Japanese parliament and now receives more international attention as a desirable location for holding international conferences on peace as well as social issues.

 

 

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Extend Your Trip

After your Japan tour, consider taking the time to visit other destinations. Goway offers exciting China vacation packages, India tours and Thailand vacation packages plus a comprehensive selection of vacation packages in many other Asian countries.

 

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Hiroshima, Japan

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    FIRST-CLASS | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Discover the most popular sites of Japan on this classic vacation. Start in Kyoto, where you’ll explore temples and gardens. Continue to Hiroshima to learn about its tragic history before connecting to Tokyo to tour the capital as well as nearby Mt. Fuji.
    Duration:
    8 Days
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  • Quintessential Japan: Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Kyoto & More

    FIRST-CLASS | COACH & RAIL: The very essence of this special country is revealed with stays in its vibrant capital, Tokyo and its historic ancient capital, the beautiful Kyoto. A further stay in Hakone National Park with the nearby Mount Fuji and a day in Hiroshima complete the tour.
    Duration:
    9 Days
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    Classics (Bestsellers), Escorted Coach Touring, Single Friendly
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  • Japan Winter Rail Discovery

    FIRST-CLASS | RAIL: Explore Japan's winter highlights while using a rail pass. You'll journey to Nagano to see the famous snow monkeys, visit Takayama, Shirakawago and Gero Onsen in the rural mountainous Hida region and see Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima. Have the freedom to explore at your own pace.
    Duration:
    14 Days
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  • Best of South Korea & Japan

    FIRST-CLASS | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Discover the highlights of South Korea and Japan as you journey through culture, history, and nature. Start in bustling Seoul, then onto the historic temples of Gyeongju and the port city of Busan. Continue to Kyoto and some of Japan's most iconic gardens and temples. Understand the impact of Hiroshima before reveling in Japan's capital, Tokyo.
    Duration:
    15 Days
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  • Best of Japan World Heritage

    FIRST-CLASS | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Discover some of Japan’s greatest cultural and historic landmarks on this journey across the nation. During your trip, you’ll visit eleven iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Nikko, Hiroshima, Kyoto and Nara among other destinations, as well as visit sacred Mt. Fuji and spend a night in a ryokan.
    Duration:
    14 Days
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    Trip Type:
    Classics (Bestsellers), Private Experiences, Rail Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Ultimate Japan: Tokyo, Kanazawa, Kaga Onsen & More

    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Explore the highlights of Japan on this incredible rail journey which seamlessly combines a mix of deluxe hotel stays, traditional ryokan stays and privately guided day tours to unfold the wonders of this incredible country. You'll even have an opportunity to wear a kimono and participate in a tea ceremony!
    Duration:
    15 Days
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    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Luxury and Beyond, Private Experiences, Rail Travel Ideas, Romance & Honeymoon
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