Hiroshima Castle Grounds
広島城
Naka Ward · near Kamiyacho-higashi tram stop (15 min walk)
Hiroshima Castle Grounds in Naka Ward. A wide moated park where kids can cross wooden bridges, explore the reconstructed Ninomaru turrets and gate and spot carp in the moat around the 'Carp Castle'.
Why children love it: A wide moated park where kids can cross wooden bridges, explore the reconstructed Ninomaru turrets and gate and spot carp in the moat around the 'Carp Castle'.
Honest drawbacks: The landmark five-storey keep closed to the public in March 2026 for earthquake-safety rebuilding and is no longer climbable, so the visit is now grounds and turrets only.
- Best for
- Toddlers (2–4), Primary (5–11), Teens (12–17)
- Time to allow
- 1.5h
- Opening hours
- Grounds open daily. The wooden Ninomaru structures open 9:00-17:30 (April-September) and 9:00-16:30 (October-March). The five-storey main keep is closed indefinitely for rebuilding.
- Price
- The grounds, moat, reconstructed Ninomaru turrets and gate are free to enter. The main keep (formerly a paid museum) closed to visitors on 22 March 2026.
- Booking
- Usually walk-in
- English
- ★★★☆☆
- Indoor / weather
- outdoor
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