"A Friendly City with a Tragic Past" Hiroshima-ken by ianmac
Hiroshima-ken Travel Guide: 522 reviews and 1,414 photos
You have to see this beautiful Island off of Hiroshima. For more info...see Things to do.
This is the A-Bomb Dome. A city office that was obliterated by the A-Bomb, but left standing. It is left as a memorial of the tragedy.
This centotaph is a place of prayer and rememberance in A-Bomb Memorial Park. The flame will burn until all atomic weapons have been destroyed.
- Pros:A beautiful and friendly city.
- Cons:Be prepared to get emotional.
- In a nutshell:A place of reflection, history and beauty.
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Cookies instead of Souvenirs
Local Customs
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When the Japanese go on holiday they bring food (cookies especially) back to friends and coworkers instead of souvenirs.... more travel advice
Okonomiyaki
Restaurants
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Okonomiyaki is like a Japanese pizza-pancake. That may not sound like the best combination, but it is a must try! This... more travel advice
The Other Streetcar City
Transportation
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Take the streetcar in and around Hiroshima. It is very cheap, but if you buy a pass at the train station it is even... more travel advice
Visit Miyajima Island
Things to Do
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Miyajima Island is very close to Hiroshima. It is home to one of the World Heritage sites and houses many shrines and... more travel advice
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