Hiroshima Castle was built in 1589 by Terumoto Mori, known as one of the five dignitaries of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The castle is located in the center of Hiroshima city, famous as a major tourist attraction with easy access. The Castle Tower is a gallery, exhibiting Japanese swords and armor. From the top floor observatory, the cityscape of Hiroshima expands. The Omotegomon (main gate) and Taiko-Yagura (turret with a drum) that were destroyed in the fire from the atomic bombing were restored in 1990 and provide a beautiful view. The cherry blossom is in full bloom in the spring and bustling with cherry blossom tourists.
There is also Hiroshima Gokoku shrine, where the Hiroshima Toyo Carp (baseball team) pray for victory, within the Hiroshima Castle grounds. The Omamori (Japanese talisman) and Omikuji (fortune telling slip) with carp motifs are popular.
Surrounded by a moat, take a slow-moving sightseeing cruise to appreciate the city's unique appearance and the stunning view of the castle reflected on the water. There are many sites of interest that can be enjoyed from the boat such as the stone wall that was damaged by the fire from the atomic bomb, the trees that have survived the blast to this date.
Highlights
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Hiroshima’s major tourist attraction with easy access.
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The Castle Tower is a gallery, exhibiting Japanese swords and armor.
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There are also sightseeing boat tours in the moat around Hiroshima Castle.
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There is “Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine” within the castle boundaries, with popular Omamori (Japanese talisman) and Omikuji (fortune telling slip) with cute carp motifs.
