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Hiroshima Castle Hiroshima Castle, sometimes called Carp Castle, is five stories tall and its grounds are surrounded by a moat. There is a shrine on the grounds, as well as one main gate. Hiroshima developed as a castle town, whereby the castle was both the physical center of the city and the source of its prosperity. Built in 1589 by the powerful feudal lord Mori Terumoto, Hiroshima Castle was an important seat of power in Western Japan. It was spared the destruction that many other castles met during the Meiji Restoration, and survived into the modern era. Unfortunately, like the rest of the city, Hiroshima Castle was destroyed by the atomic bomb in 1945. Rebuilt after the war, Hiroshima Castle's wooden exterior makes it a reconstruction with a considerable semblance of authenticity. Inside the castle is a small but informative museum on Hiroshima's history, Hiroshima Castle, and Japanese castles in general. Gate to Castle Grounds Any Questions? Ask them in our question forum.

How to get there

The castle is a 10 minute walk from Kamiyacho tram stop (12 minutes, 150 yen from Hiroshima Station by lines 1, 2 or 6). It is also a 10 minute walk from Shukkeien or a 15 minute walk from the Peace Park. How to get to and around Hiroshima

Hours and Fees

Hours: 9:00 to 18:00 (until 17:00 on weekdays from Dec to Feb) Admission ends 30 minutes before closing time. Closed: December 29 to January 2 Admission: 360 yen

Hotels and Ryokan

Sponsor Hotels Backpackers Hostel K's House Hiroshima Only 8 min walk from JR Hiroshima sta. Bed from 2,500yen. No curfew, cozy lounge, communal kitchen, internet, bicycle rental.

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News and Reports

November 21, 2011 Miyajima Autumn Color Report by schauwecker April 7, 2011 Hiroshima Cherry Blossom Report by scott Miyajima Cherry Blossom Report April 3, 2010 Hiroshima Cherry Blossom Report April 2, 2010 Hiroshima Cherry Blossom Report March 29, 2009 Miyajima Cherry Blossom Report March 28, 2009

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Tours and Packages

Hiroshima and Miyajima Tours Various tours and travel packages for Hiroshima and surroundings.

Japanese Links

Hiroshima Castle Official website.