Asakita Ward Travel Guide
Hiroshima
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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 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 notable monuments and shops 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.
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.
Top hotels in Asakita Ward
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
The lobby was grand but in comparison the room was a bit dated. Still lovely and clean though. The location was very convenient, being next to the JR station.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
I loved this hotel for all the free amenities they offered! There was a public bath located in the hotel as well as a lounge/dining area that offered free drinks and food items at various times of the day. The room itself was very spacious, clean, and one of the biggest rooms we stayed in on our ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
Location was great as was the loft and amenities. Would stay again
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
The check in staff will not accept check in before 3pm. Instead of checking you in but come back later like other hotels do. They dont. When you come back at 3pm, you encounter so many people including group check ins. Which is just a waste of time.the lobby is nice but bathrooms are old stuff.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
The hotel is in the train station which made it so easy to get around. There were also many stores and restaurants close by.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Mystays Hiroshima Peace Park
This hotel has a great view of the Hiroshima Dome, check in was a breeze, staff was very helpful. Fairly close to train station, but hotel is dated, has old musty smell. The bathroom was the worse, it had serious BODY ODOR smell when we checked in! That smell never went away and they don't give you ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Asakita Ward
Higashi Ward
While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like Hiroshima City Forestry Park or Hiroshima Toshogu, 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 Aeon Mall 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 Castle, 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.
