Highlights

Main Keep

Following its restoration, the castle's main keep now serves as a historical museum that covers four floors, with an observation deck on the fifth floor.

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Ninomaru (secondary defense compound)

This secondary defensive compound sits off the southern side of the castle grounds along the moat. View the restored gates, bridges and turrets. Free admission. Hours: 9:00 to 17:30 (Apr–Sept) or 16:30 (Oct–Mar)

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Night Illumination

In the evening, Hiroshima Castle can be seen lit up making for a beautiful sight and reflection in the surrounding moat.

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Access

By train/streetcar: Hiroshima Castle is about a 10-minute walk north from the downtown area, including Kencho-Mae Station (Astram Line) or Kamiyacho-higashi stop (Hiroden streetcar).

Meipuru-pu sightseeing bus: The castle is also on the route for the Hiroshima sightseeing loop bus, Meipuru-pu, which starts from Hiroshima Station. The castle is a 6 minute ride and the second stop on the route.

By foot: The castle is about 10-15 minutes walk from both Peace Park and Shukkeien Garden. By foot, it can form part of an ideal day itinerary.

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