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Shukkei-en is a historic garden that once belonged to a Japanese lord known as a “daimyo”. It was built in 1620 and is located in the heart of Hiroshima City. It was destroyed in a fire during the Edo period but a major restoration took place immediately after the fire giving it the same look it has today. It was also greatly damaged by the atomic bomb, but was again restored and improved since then and celebrated its 400th anniversary in 2020.

Its highlight is the lush natural scenery created by overlapping plants that change with the season. Plants such as cherry and peach blossom trees in spring, trees with freshly sprouted leaves in summer, the crimson leaves of autumn, and winter’s ume trees and camellia flowers are some of the variety of seasonal plant life that colors the park and brings beauty to its tranquility. It is also illuminated during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons drawing in large crowds from around Japan and the world. Colorful koi swim in the pond which visitors can feed.

Shukkei-en is an elegant garden where you can experience wabi-sabi, a traditional way of thinking in Japanese aesthetics. Here is also holds tea ceremonies in line with seasonal events and flowers. Enjoy the experience of traditional tea and confections while getting in touch with Japanese culture.

Located in front of the Atomic Bomb Dome, this is a new attraction in Hiroshima that has been visited by many tourists from around the world.

From the observation deck, 50m above the ground, you can see the Atomic Bomb Dome and a beautiful panorama of the city all while feeling the breeze in a freeing space without windows.

Orizuru Square is on the 12th floor and here you can fold your own origami paper crane in an experience unique to Orizuru Tower. Orizuru Wall is a space where paper cranes are dropped from a height of 50m and pile up to form a wall made of hopes for peace. You can also enjoy the sight of paper cranes swirling down through the glass case. In addition, you can try a digital attraction where you are projected onto a big screen as a paper crane and fly around the city of Hiroshima.

We also recommend the Sampo spiral slope where you can walk up or down the 450m sloping path while viewing works by 9 artists connected to Hiroshima. The spiral slope allows you to go from the ground floor all the way up to the observation deck with an open feeling that changes depending on the direction you go. There is also a slide in the middle of the slope for both children and adults to enjoy swirling down on.

There are also cafes and shops with well-known locally produced goods from around Hiroshima Prefecture. This is a must-see spot while sightseeing in Hiroshima.

This guided cycling tour ranked 3rd in the Top Overall Experiences category of TripAdvisor’s 2022 Traveler’s Choice Best of the Best for all of Japan.
If you want to get around the heart of Hiroshima, what better way than by bicycle? Sokoiko! holds guided cycling tours of historic remains of the atomic bomb and shares Hiroshima’s story of peace and rebuilding.
In addition to the Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Park, there are many heritage sites related to the bombing in the outer areas and each one has its own story. Why did the war leave such large destruction on this city? And how did the residents manage to recover from it so strongly? With the help of a tour guide, you will depart from Peace Park and visit sites to learn about the stories behind them.
The “Peace Tour” lasts about two hours and shows you the real landscape of Hiroshima, from Peace Park to sightseeing spots such as Sendamachi, Miyukibashi, and the Kyobashi River. In this way, you will learn about the city of Hiroshima and its powerful revival from the destruction of the atomic bomb through the many remaining heritage sites and their stories.