Peace Message Lantern Floating on August 6: Prayers from Hiroshima on the 80th Anniversary of the Atomic Bombing
On Wednesday, August 6th, the annual Peace Message Lantern Floating Ceremony will once again take place on the opposite bank…
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Hiroshima Marks 80 Years Since the Atomic Bombing: General Admission to This Year’s Peace Memorial Ceremony Begins at 6:00 AM
On Wednesday, August 6, 2025, Hiroshima will mark a significant milestone: the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing. As in…
Experience and join a traditional dance from the famous tourist destination Miyajima! “An Evening of Miyajima Odori”
“An Evening of Miyajima Odori” will be held on August 17 (Sunday) and 18 (Monday), 2025, on Miyajima, one of…
The “Hiroshima Bon Dance” will be held again this year over two days! A special event commemorating the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing will share a message of peace
The “Hiroshima Bon Dance,” which is becoming a staple summer event, will be held over two days on August 9…
Over 70 Bakeries and Vendors Gather for a Bread Lovers’ Paradise – “Hiroshima Pan Festa” at Gate Park
Hiroshima’s largest bread-themed event, the 4th Hiroshima Pan Festa, is set to take place on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at…
Nighttime Sakura Illumination at Hiroshima’s Premier Cherry Blossom Spot – Featuring “Niwa Café” & “Oniwa Festival”
Shukkeien, one of Hiroshima’s most iconic gardens and home to the city’s official cherry blossom indicator tree, will host its…
Japan’s Premier Urban Sports Competitions Unite in Hiroshima: URBAN FUTURES HIROSHIMA
The URBAN FUTURES HIROSHIMA festival, a large-scale urban sports event, will take place over three days from Friday, April 18,…
Pokémon Center Hiroshima to Close in March, Relocate and Reopen at Hiroshima Station’s ekie in April
Pokémon Center Hiroshima, currently located on the 6th floor of Sogo Hiroshima’s main building in Naka Ward, will close its…
The Sizzling Aroma of Grilled Meat Fills the Air! “Niku-Niku Park” Returns to Hiroshima
Hiroshima’s beloved meat festival, Niku-Niku Park, is set to return in 2025! The five-day gourmet event will take place at…
“Miyajima Tsuki Festival” to Be Held in Place of the Miyajima Oyster Festival – Enjoy Oyster Dishes and Comedy Performances
Miyajima, one of Hiroshima’s top tourist destinations, will host the 3rd Miyajima Night Market [Miyajima Tsuki Festival] on March 8…