Hiroshima Castle
Late-16th-century castle rebuilt after the bombing, with grounds of paths, stone walls and ponds offering a quiet escape in the city centre.
Hiroshima Castle appears in 11 of the 17 Hiroshima vlogs we indexed, first in 2022, most recently in 2026.
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- PiQtour Japan
THE Hiroshima Guide: ESSENTIAL Spots For Your Trip!
Tickets are 370 yen, you can try on a samurai helmet, and there are no toilets inside.
- Abroad in Japan
48 Hours in Hiroshima โฉ๏ธ 8 Things to do in Japan's Legendary City
A eucalyptus tree just 740 m from the hypocenter survived the bombing and still stands on the grounds.
- Japan Guide
Top 5 Things to do in Hiroshima
The top floor of the keep offers panoramic city views, and second-circle structures were rebuilt using original methods and materials.
About a 20-minute walk from the Peace Park, good for clearing your head after the museum.
- We Go East
The BEST things to do in Hiroshima: 1 day itinerary | Japan Travel Vlog
Entry costs 370 yen; the moat has some of the most vibrant koi in Japan, and costumed samurai/ninjas pose for photos.
- Suitcase Monkey
What to do with 1 Day in HIROSHIMA & MIYAJIMA Japan
Smaller than Osaka Castle, and its paid exhibits feel less thorough; the grounds and views are the draw.
- Nomac Guides
10 BEST Things to do in Hiroshima Japan in 2026 ๐ฏ๐ต
Walk the path outside the moat for nature and the best photos of the castle.
- SAMURAI JUNJIRO ChannelใSJCใ
Things to do in Hiroshima Japan / Street Food in Miyajima / Travel Itinerary
Adult admission is 370 yen, and there are no elevators. Don't miss the katana you can actually hold.
- World Wild Hearts
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN (2026) | The Best Things To Do In & Around Hiroshima
The grounds are free; the museum and observation deck in the main keep cost 370 yen for adults.
- Amazing Travel Guide 123
Hiroshima Unveiled Top 10 Must See Spots and Unique Bites
You can explore the rooms inside, and the top floor gives a sweeping view over the city.
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