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 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 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.
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.
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 & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Hiroshima & Miyajima 6.5h Guided Tour – Dome, Park & Shrine
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Our pick of the best Asakita Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
So handy to transport and shopping!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
room was nice. staff was nice.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Rooms are well-designed but there is literally nowhere to put clothes or toiletries in the bathroom so you have to keep everything on the floor They give you 4 hangers and a rail. Also they charge extra to make the bed. Breakfasts are good though and the staff very nice
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
A new hotel right in the train station. Nice rooms by Japan standards. Many of the staff understand English.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Hokke Club Hiroshima
Great location, easy walk to Peace Park and streetcar. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel Mystays Hiroshima Peace Park
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 Hiroshima Big Arch Stadium 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.
Ōsukachō
When in Ōsukachō, you can plan a visit to Shukkeien and Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
