Okunoshima Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Itsukushima Shrine featuring a lake or waterhole and heritage elements

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.

Itsukushima Shrine
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

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.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Miyajima Ferry Terminal

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.

Miyajima Ferry Terminal
Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium

Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium

Catch an event at Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.

Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium
Atomic Bomb Dome

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.

Atomic Bomb Dome
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

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 Museum

Activities

Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

NZ$661
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Japanesel Archery Experience HIROSHIMA CASTLE SHARAKU

Japanesel Archery Experience HIROSHIMA CASTLE SHARAKU

NZ$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Japanesel Archery Experience HIROSHIMA CASTLE SHARAKU
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pas

Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)

NZ$11
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea)
Hiroshima & Miyajima Day trip with Itsukushima from Tokyo by bullet train

Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima by Bullet Train from Tokyo

NZ$782
per adult
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima by Bullet Train from Tokyo
Hiroshima/Miyajima Private Custom Tour with Local Guide

Hiroshima/Miyajima Private Custom Tour with Local Guide

NZ$205
per adult
Hiroshima/Miyajima Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
Finally challenge the waterfall climb

Half day - Oku-yuki River Trekking!

NZ$171
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half day - Oku-yuki River Trekking!
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Our pick of the best Okunoshima Island Hotel Deals

Kyukamura Ohkunoshima

Kyukamura Ohkunoshima

2 out of 5
Ohkunoshima, Tadanoumi-cho, Takehara, Hiroshima
Stay at this hotel in Takehara. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
Honeymoon visiting the bunnies
"We stayed to see the rabbits on the island. Would have been nice if a few more options at dinner and breakfast. I struggled to find things to eat at dinner and my husband breakfast. We didn’t use the onsen so also would be nice if maybe other activities in were available. We had a nice stay none ..."

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2020

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Kyukamura Ohkunoshima
Green Hill Hotel Onomichi

Green Hill Hotel Onomichi

3.5 out of 5
9-1 Higashigoshocho, Onomichi, Hiroshima-ken
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Onomichi. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (922 reviews)
"The room was a bit tired.."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

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Green Hill Hotel Onomichi
Imabari Kokusai Hotel

Imabari Kokusai Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2-3-4 Asahi-Cho, Imabari, Ehime
The price is NZ$219 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$219
27 July - 28 July
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Imabari. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (371 reviews)
"Amazing hotel. Beautiful in a classic way. Roos. Spacious and full of little luxuries. The staff were AMAZING."

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

Imabari Kokusai Hotel
onomichi club

onomichi club

2.5 out of 5
15-20, Nishidocho, Onomichi, Hiroshima
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$202 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$202
30 July - 31 July
Stay at this hotel in Onomichi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Onomichi City Museum of Art and Senkoji Park are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
Perfect hotel to end our trip to Japan!
"Everything about Onomichi Club was exquisite. The location, the views, the cafe, the restaurant the baths and the room. This was our last stop on our 10 day trip to Japan and it was the perfect spot to end in. I highly recommend it!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

onomichi club
Onomichi Kokusai Hotel

Onomichi Kokusai Hotel

3 out of 5
1-13-6 Shinhama, Onomichi, Hiroshima
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Onomichi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Senkoji Park Viewpoint and Jikoji Temple ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (352 reviews)
"The quality of the service and facility was fist rate. From start to finish. The room, I got a double, was spacious and well cared for. Modern and luxurious. Will defiantly be back."

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

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Onomichi Kokusai Hotel
Vessel Hotel Higashi - Hiroshima

Vessel Hotel Higashi - Hiroshima

3 out of 5
2-6-36 Minaga, Higashihiroshima, Hiroshima-ken
The price is NZ$97 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$97
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Higashihiroshima. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (394 reviews)
"Nice hotel with great staff. Love that it was next to the train station and a 7/11. They have the best breakfast options for their morning buffet!"

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Vessel Hotel Higashi - Hiroshima
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Other neighbourhoods around Okunoshima Island

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Namitakiji Onsen

Travellers like the parks in Namitakiji Onsen, and Minaga Reservoir is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Namitakiji Onsen
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Aki Ward

If you're spending time in Aki Ward, check out sights like Hiroshima City Forestry Park or Seishoji Temple and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Midoriguchi Station or Midorinakamachi Station.

Aki Ward
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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 Take Shrine.

Fuchu-cho
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Higashi Ward

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Higashi Ward
Hiroshima featuring heritage elements and a lake or waterhole as well as a large group of people

Minami Ward

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Minami Ward
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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.

Ebisucho

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