Hiroshima
Japan · Hiroshima-kenJP
Prefecture of Japan
Hiroshima Prefecture is a prefecture of Japan located in the Chūgoku region of Honshu. Hiroshima Prefecture has a population of 2,811,410 and has a geographic area of 8,479 km2. Hiroshima Prefecture borders Okayama Prefecture to the east, Tottori Prefecture to the northeast, Shimane Prefecture to the north, and Yamaguchi Prefecture to the southwest. Hiroshima Prefecture also borders Ehime Prefecture for 74 metres (243 ft) on Hyōtanjima.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 2,790,804
- Coordinates
- 34.400, 132.450
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Hiroshima
In Hiroshima-ken, Japan, Hiroshima stands out as a major metropolis. The population is roughly 2,790,804. Being northern-hemisphere, the best months shift accordingly. So plan the length of your visit accordingly. Our data highlights nature, culture and water sports above everything else.
Things to do in Hiroshima
Nature in Hiroshima
(16)Nature in Hiroshima covers Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. In all, 16 activities are recorded in this category. The list follows Hiroshima's own activity tags.
Culture in Hiroshima
(12)The culture shortlist for Hiroshima: Ancient Ruins, Bridges, Castles, Cathedrals and Docks. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Hiroshima. Altogether 12 options are tagged here.
Water Sports in Hiroshima
(8)Hiroshima's water sports entries include Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddle, Paddleboarding and Sailboats. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Hiroshima. That is 8 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Adventure in Hiroshima
(5)The adventure shortlist for Hiroshima: Adventure, Boat Rides, Climbing, Off Road Trails and Shooting Ranges. All of it is drawn from Hiroshima's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Sports in Hiroshima
(4)Our data lists Biking, Golf, Horse Trails and Hunting as sports options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. The list follows Hiroshima's own activity tags.
Family in Hiroshima
(1)Hiroshima records Zoo under family. Everything listed here comes from what Hiroshima is actually tagged with. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Nightlife in Hiroshima
(1)Hiroshima's nightlife entries include Music. All of it is drawn from Hiroshima's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Shopping in Hiroshima
(1)On the shopping side, Hiroshima offers Food. All of it is drawn from Hiroshima's recorded activities. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Wellness in Hiroshima
(1)Under wellness, Hiroshima is tagged with Wellness. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Hiroshima's own activity tags.
More to do in Hiroshima
(2)Looking for other activities? Hiroshima has Fishing and Secret. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Hiroshima's own activity tags.
Best time to visit Hiroshima
Indoor culture and evening options make any month workable. Nature days work best across April to June and September to October. Target June to September if the water is the point of the trip.
Getting there & around
Hiroshima is large enough to be served by long-distance connections and local public transport. The local time zone is Asia/Tokyo.
Similar destinations
Places near Hiroshima that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hiroshima known for?
- Hiroshima is mainly a destination for nature, culture and water sports, set in Hiroshima-ken, Japan with around 2,790,804 inhabitants.
- What can you do in Hiroshima?
- You can plan around Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest in Hiroshima. Each is tagged in our dataset rather than guessed at.
- When is the best time to visit Hiroshima?
- Indoor culture and evening options make any month workable. Nature days work best across April to June and September to October. Target June to September if the water is the point of the trip.
- Where is Hiroshima located?
- Administratively, Hiroshima sits in Hiroshima-ken, Japan — handy when you group several destinations into one trip.
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