- City Overview
- Hiroshima is the principal city of Chugoku Region with over a million inhabitants
- First atomic bomb dropped on August 6, 1945, destroying everything within 2 km radius
- After war, Hiroshima Castle and Shukkeien Garden were reconstructed
- Peace Memorial Park was built in city center to commemorate rebirth
- Nearby Attractions
- Miyajima island known for shrine and large torii gate
- Onomichi port town with slopes and temples
- Iwakuni features picturesque Kintai-kyo Bridge
- Fukuyama is second largest city in Hiroshima Prefecture
- Accommodation Options
- Budget options include 88 House Hiroshima and Roku Hostel Hiroshima
- Luxury choices include Hilton Hiroshima and Randor Hotel Hiroshima Prestige
- Mid-range options available at Hiroshima no Yado Aioi ryokan
- All accommodations located within 46 km of Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport