Yokogawa Travel Guide
Hiroshima
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.
Hiroshima Green Arena
Catch an event at Hiroshima Green Arena during your trip to Hiroshima. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.
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 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.
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.
Top hotels in Yokogawa
Hiroshima Peace Hotel - Hostel
"Good basic Japanese style room very near station, lots of shops nearby. Helpful staff Damp smell in corridors but room was clean."
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
"Great location. Extraordinary helpful staff."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
"Well located not far from a tram station and walking distance to Peace Park. The room was quite spacious, modern, clean and quiet. Nothing to criticise at all and the free coffee and drinks from 5 to 7 in the evening were fabulous. Will definitely recommend"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
THE KNOT Hiroshima
"Lovely hotel. Large room and great rooftop bar."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Hokke Club Hiroshima
"Really loved staying at this hotel. Cozy, convenient, and very comfortable overall. It’s close to Hiroshima Station (just a couple of streetcar stops away) and also within easy reach of the Peace Memorial Park. There’s a streetcar stop right next to the hotel that also takes you directly to the ferry ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
HOTEL GRANVIA HIROSHIMA SOUTH GATE
"Having visited Hiroshima on our last trip we hoped staying at the station would be convenient. Not only did it surpass our expectations, but the ease of getting to Costco and Zoom-Zoom Stadium cant be overestimated. Would love to stay again...and so would our kids."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yokogawa
Motomachi
If you're spending time in Motomachi, check out sights like Hiroshima Green Arena or Hiroshima Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kencho-mae Station or Kamiya-cho-higashi Station.
Kamiyacho
If you're spending time in Kamiyacho, check out sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District or Kamiyacho and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Hondori Station.
Hiroshima City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums and prominent monuments, there's plenty to explore in Hiroshima City Centre. You can visit top attractions like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho, and jump on the metro at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Tate-machi Station to see more of the city.
Hondori
While there might not be top attractions in Hondori, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
Ōsukachō
When in Ōsukachō, you can plan a visit to Shukkeien and Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
