Hiroshima Prefecture

A prefecture of history and islands on the Seto Inland Sea, with two World Heritage sites: the Atomic Bomb Dome and Itsukushima Shrine.

Hiroshima Prefecture lies in the south of the Chugoku region, facing the calm Seto Inland Sea. The Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome in Hiroshima City record the history of war, and the floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima is one of Japan's signature views; both are World Heritage sites. In the east, Onomichi, with its quaint sloping lanes, is the starting point for cycling the Shimanami Kaido to Shikoku, and port towns such as Tomonoura and Kure are also worth a visit. Local foods include Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki and oysters. It suits all seasons, with spring and autumn the most comfortable. The San'yo Shinkansen runs through the prefecture, and there is also Hiroshima Airport.

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