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 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 Kagura Performance Entry Ticket
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
The Koto Live Performance and The Story Behind the Strings
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Japan Yokai Museum Admission fee in Miyoshi, Hiroshima
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Our pick of the best Asakita Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
We booked a standard double. Very clean good-size room for 2 people. Amenities all in place the best thing is that it is located right next to the train station and has a lot of good restaurants nearby.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
My final stop in Japan at Hiroshima, this hotel is located right at the station and the best location that I could imagine, level 2 is Tram and level 1 is bus station. Travelling to Hondori Shopping Street is merely 10mins, such a pity that I am staying for a short trip in Hiroshima. Clean rooms ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
Large room. Incredible view. Inexpensive considering the qualty of the hotel and level of service.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
THE KNOT Hiroshima
The checkin was super busy at the top of the building but the staff did their best to get us into our room as quickly as possible.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima
I loved the city view from our room. Hiroshima is a beautiful city and the hotel is pretty, very clean, nice staff and great food. Excellent service!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
Very clean room that was snug but kind of standard for Japan. Not as welcoming as many places we stayed during our 17 day trip. When we checked in we indicated that we wanted to purchase breakfast but they told us they were overbooked so it wasn’t possible which was disappointing. Dud find some excellent ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 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.
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.
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.
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.
