[Hiroshima] You have to go! The combination of cherry blossoms and the castle is so beautiful!

📝 Overview Hiroshima Castle, located in Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, is a beautiful castle also known as the "Carp Castle." In spring, about 400 cherry trees, mainly Somei Yoshino, bloom in full glory, and the contrast between the castle and the cherry blossoms is truly spectacular! It is a popular spot where you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing while feeling the history. ✨ Recommended points * A spectacular collaboration of the castle and cherry blossoms * The collaboration of the castle tower and cherry blossoms is sure to make a great photo! * The cherry blossoms reflected in the moat are also beautiful. * Cherry blossom viewing with a sense of history * Hiroshima Castle is a historic castle built during the Sengoku period. * You can enjoy cherry blossom viewing while feeling the history. * Excellent access * Located in the center of Hiroshima City, it is easily accessible. * There are plenty of tourist spots and restaurants in the surrounding area. 👀 Here's what you should pay attention to! * View from the castle tower * From the castle tower, you can see the whole of Hiroshima city. * A spectacular spot where you can enjoy the cherry blossoms and the Hiroshima cityscape together. * Peace Bell * The Peace Bell inside Hiroshima Castle was erected to commemorate the victims of the atomic bomb and pray for peace. * It's also recommended to view the cherry blossoms while thinking about peace. * Nearby cuisine * There are many restaurants around Hiroshima Castle where you can try Hiroshima-style gourmet food, such as Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki and oysters. * Enjoy Hiroshima cuisine along with your cherry blossom viewing. ℹ️Information * Address: 21-1 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture * Access: * 5-minute walk from Hiroshima Electric Railway "Hiroshima Castle (Gokoku Shrine)" tram stop * 5-minute walk from Hiroshima Bus "Hiroshima Castle/Gokoku Shrine Entrance" bus stop * 10-minute walk from Astram Line "Kencho-mae" station * 20-minute drive from Hiroshima IC * Opening hours: 9:00-18:00 (entrance until 17:30) * Fee: * 370 yen for adults * 180 yen for high school students * Free for junior high school students and younger 🚶Sightseeing information in the area * Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park * A place where you can think about peace, including the Atomic Bomb Dome and the Peace Memorial Museum. * Shukkeien * A representative feudal lord garden from the Edo period. * Enjoy the collaboration of beautiful gardens and cherry blossoms. * Hiroshima Museum of Art * An art museum that exhibits art works from Japan and abroad. * We also recommend appreciating art along with cherry blossom viewing. 🖋️Summary Hiroshima Castle is a recommended spring sightseeing spot where you can enjoy the collaboration of history and cherry blossoms. Please visit it once and enjoy spring in Hiroshima. We are providing information on sightseeing spots all over the country! Please check out our other articles! #SeasonalPlacesInJapan #Sakura2025