Hiroshima Castle keep

Hiroshima Castle

Hiroshima Castle was originally built in the 1590s by Mōri Terumoto, from whence he ruled a large area of western Japan. The castle keep collapsed due to the atomic bombing in 1945 and a faithful replica was rebuilt in 1958. The castle grounds are a pleasant place to walk, and the keep houses a museum of exhibits that present a comprehensive overview of the long history of Hiroshima in English. Climbing the many stairs to the top of the keep is rewarded by expansive views over the city.

  • Hiroshima Castle keep detail
  • Hiroshima Castle stairs
  • Hiroshima Castle shachihoko exhibit
  • Hiroshima Castle keep top floor
  • Hiroshima Castle keep
  • Hiroshima Castle gate
  • Hiroshima Castle diorama
  • Hiroshima Castle view

Information

Name in Japanese: 広島城
Pronunciation: hiro-sheema-jō

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