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Culture in Hiroshima

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Gokoku Shrine

Gokoku Shrine

JJ Walsh

Gokoku-jinja is a large shrine next to the Hiroshima castle often bustling with activity.

Hiroshima
Peace Pagoda

Peace Pagoda

Paul Walsh

Mountaintop shrine to world peace with great views over the city of Hiroshima and out to the islands of the Inland Sea.

Hiroshima
Mitaki Temple

Mitaki Temple

Paul Walsh

This mountainside temple is one of Hiroshima hidden gems; a truly enchanted place in which to recharge one's batteries.

Hiroshima
Tradition of Tondo Matsuri

Tradition of Tondo Matsuri

JJ Walsh

At Shrines around the city, small New Year festivals called Tondo Matsuri are held to burn old good luck charms and to roast ...

Hiroshima