Ships dock at one of two piers depending on size — neither is within walking distance of the Peace Park, but transport options are plentiful.
💡 Pro move: IC cards (Suica, Pasmo, Icoca) are accepted on Hiroshima's trams and JR trains. Some of the trams running today are original 1945 survivor cars.
Hiroshima has two docking piers — Ujina for smaller ships and the larger Itsukaichi Wharf for ships up to ~100,000 GRT.
| Cruise Line | Typical Berth / Arrival | Dock or Tender |
|---|---|---|
| Princess, MSC, Celebrity, Holland America, NCL, Viking | Itsukaichi Wharf (~10 km from city)📍 | Docked |
| Azamara, Silversea, Seabourn, Oceania, smaller ships | Ujina Foreign Trade Wharf (~6 km from city)📍 | Docked |
Hiroshima rewards independent explorers — the Peace Park, Miyajima Island, and Hiroshima Castle are all straightforward to reach by public transit or taxi.
The emotional heart of Hiroshima. Walk the A-Bomb Dome (UNESCO World Heritage), the Cenotaph, the Children's Peace Monument, and the museum — one of the most powerful museums in the world, admission just 200 JPY.
Find Hiroshima Peace Park tours →The sacred island famous for its vermilion Torii gate that appears to float at high tide. See the Shrine (300 JPY), feed the tame deer, try Miyajima oysters, and consider the Mt. Misen Ropeway for panoramic Seto Inland Sea views.
Find Miyajima Island tours →Hiroshima's signature layered savory pancake — distinct from Osaka's version — is made with cabbage, pork, yakisoba noodles, and egg. Okonomi-mura in downtown has three floors of tiny family stalls, each with their own recipe.
Find Hiroshima food tours →The 'Carp Castle,' a 1590s feudal castle reconstructed after the war. The interior museum covers samurai culture and city history, and the top floor gives good city views.
Find Hiroshima Castle tours →Take the two-stage ropeway up to near the summit of sacred Mt. Misen for sweeping views of the Seto Inland Sea's island-dotted waters. Wild monkeys and deer share the forested trails.
Find Mt. Misen ropeway tours →A classic Japanese strolling garden dating to 1620, with a central pond, stone bridges, teahouses, and seasonal flowers. Quiet and uncrowded compared to the big sights.
Find Hiroshima garden tours →Hiroshima's Peace Park district is very walkable once you arrive by tram or taxi from the pier.
From the Peace Memorial Museum, walk to the Cenotaph, Children's Peace Monument, Peace Flame, and the A-Bomb Dome. All connected by paved riverside paths.
From the Miyajima ferry pier, stroll the waterfront past tame deer to the Itsukushima Shrine entrance. Continue along the main Omotesando shopping lane for Momiji Manju and fresh oysters.
🗺️ See full route in Maps →Climate normals for Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan (2014–2023 averages). Pack for the month you sail — highs, lows, and how many rainy days to expect.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainy Days | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 48°F / 9°C | 34°F / 1°C | 8 | 7:16 AM | 5:22 PM |
| Feb | 49°F / 9°C | 34°F / 1°C | 7 | 6:55 AM | 5:53 PM |
| Mar | 57°F / 14°C | 40°F / 4°C | 10 | 6:21 AM | 6:17 PM |
| Apr | 64°F / 18°C | 47°F / 8°C | 9 | 5:39 AM | 6:41 PM |
| May | 72°F / 22°C | 56°F / 13°C | 9 | 5:08 AM | 7:05 PM |
| Jun | 77°F / 25°C | 64°F / 18°C | 14 | 4:57 AM | 7:23 PM |
| Jul | 84°F / 29°C | 73°F / 23°C | 15 | 5:09 AM | 7:22 PM |
| Aug | 87°F / 31°C | 75°F / 24°C | 13 | 5:31 AM | 6:57 PM |
| Sep | 80°F / 27°C | 68°F / 20°C | 13 | 5:53 AM | 6:17 PM |
| Oct | 71°F / 22°C | 56°F / 13°C | 8 | 6:15 AM | 5:35 PM |
| Nov | 62°F / 17°C | 46°F / 8°C | 8 | 6:43 AM | 5:05 PM |
| Dec | 51°F / 11°C | 37°F / 3°C | 8 | 7:09 AM | 5:01 PM |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 (10-yr daily averages)
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