Top Hiroshima Attractions & Museums

Discover the rich history of Kure at the Irifuneyama Memorial Museum, where the former Kure Naval District Commander-in-Chief's Official Residence stands as a National Important Cultural Property. Explore the Local History Museum and the Historical Folklore Museum, which together with the Kure Municipal Museum of Art, create a vibrant "Culture Zone" within Irifuneyama Park. This ticket provides you with a deep dive into the cultural heritage of the region, making it an ideal visit for history enthusiasts and those curious about Kure's past.

This ticket provides admission to the permanent exhibition at the Yamato Museum, where visitors can explore the history of Kure, the historic naval city where the battleship Yamato was built, as well as the development of Japan’s science and technology, including shipbuilding and steel production. Inside the museum, visitors can see a variety of valuable exhibits, including the museum’s iconic 1/10-scale model of the battleship Yamato and an authentic Type 0 Carrier Fighter Model 62 (Zero Fighter). The museum also features interactive displays that allow visitors to discover the scientific and technological principles behind ships through hands-on experiences. Exhibit descriptions are available in both Japanese and English. In addition, multilingual audio guides can be accessed on visitors’ own smartphones or tablets, making it easy for international guests to enjoy their visit.

1. Japan's first Yokai museum opens in Hiroshima The museum exhibits 5,500 Yokai collections, including picture scrolls, woodblock paintings and ceramics, donated by folklorist Koichi Yumoto. 2. Digital Encyclopedia Experience Japan's Yokai on a touchscreen monitor. By selecting each image, you can see related Yokai one after another, leading to new discoveries and learning. 3. Classic Yokai tale Ino Mononoke Roku of the mid-Edo period Discover the mysterious encounters of Ino Heitaro who experienced Yokai phenomena over 30 days in 1749. 4. teamLab Yokai Park An interactive experience where guests can draw Yokai that come to life and walk around, enhancing engagement with these creatures. 5. Permanent exhibition, Japan Yokai Exhibit, Ino Mononoke Roku and other special exhibitions are held 3-4 times a year. Yokai are creatures born from fear of natural phenomena beyond human understanding and from anxiety. We will introduce how Yokai have been closely related to people's lives.

Experience one of Hiroshima's most inspiring landmarks with admission to Orizuru Tower, a modern observation tower located beside the iconic Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Ride to the panoramic observation deck and enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of Hiroshima City, the Peace Memorial, and, on clear days, the distant mountains and Seto Inland Sea. Explore interactive exhibits celebrating Hiroshima's resilience and culture, then take part in the tower's signature Orizuru (paper crane) experience, where you can fold a paper crane and send it down the symbolic Orizuru Wall as a message of peace and hope. Before you leave, browse the souvenir shop for locally crafted gifts and relax at the café while enjoying spectacular city views. Combining panoramic scenery, meaningful cultural experiences, and contemporary architecture, Orizuru Tower offers a memorable way to discover Hiroshima from a unique perspective