Hiroshima University, Hiroshima

Name: Hiroshima University
Address: Hiroshima, Japan

#53 among attractions in Hiroshima

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Hiroshima University is a Japanese national university located in Higashihiroshima and Hiroshima, Japan. Established in 1929, it was chartered as a university in 1949 following the merge of a number of national educational institutions. ()

Local name: 広島大学 Coordinates: 34°22'56"N, 132°27'29"E

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Nearby attractions include: Atomic Bomb Dome, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Children's Peace Monument.

0.9 miN
Historic remains of the atomic blast
Atomic Bomb Dome, Hiroshima
25 min walk • The Atomic Bomb Dome stands as a haunting reminder of the devastating power of nuclear weapons and a symbol of peace in Hiroshima, Japan. Originally known as the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, this structure was one of the few to partially survive the...
0.8 miNW
Park commemorating atomic bomb victims
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima
21 min walk • Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park stands as a poignant reminder of the tragic events of August 6, 1945, when the city of Hiroshima, Japan, was devastated by the world's first atomic bomb used in war. Located at the epicenter of the blast, the park is both a somber memorial...
0.7 miNW
Exhibits on the WWII atomic-bomb attack
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Hiroshima
18 min walk • The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is a poignant symbol of peace and a stark reminder of the atrocities of war. Located in the heart of Hiroshima, Japan, this museum is dedicated to documenting the tragic events of August 6, 1945, when the first atomic bomb used in...
0.9 miN
Memorial to child victims of the bomb
Children's Peace Monument, Hiroshima
23 min walk • The Children's Peace Monument stands as a poignant reminder of the tragic consequences of war, located in the heart of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima, Japan. This memorial is dedicated to the memory of the children who lost their lives during the atomic...
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Venue for European and Japanese art
Hiroshima Museum of Art, Hiroshima
30 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hiroshima, a city once devastated by the atomic bomb but now a beacon of peace and resilience, stands the Hiroshima Museum of Art. Founded in 1978, this museum is a cultural gem that offers a tranquil and enlightening escape from the bustling...
0.9 miE
Hilltop art museum and sculpture garden
Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art, Hiroshima
24 min walk • The Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art stands as a beacon of creative expression in the historically poignant city of Hiroshima, Japan. Established in 1989, this museum was the first Japanese art institution dedicated to contemporary art, reflecting a commitment...
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T-shaped bridge targeted by 1945 bomb
Aioi Bridge, Hiroshima
26 min walk • The Aioi Bridge, located in the vibrant city of Hiroshima, Japan, is not only an important transportation link but also a poignant historical symbol. This T-shaped bridge spans the Ota River and was originally constructed in 1932, serving as a vital connection point...
0.8 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
SunMall, Hiroshima
22 min walk • Sun Mall is a shopping mall and fashion building located in Kamiyacho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, mainly for young people. It is also the name of the company that manages Sun Mall, Inc.
1 miNW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Honkawa Elementary School Peace Museum, Hiroshima
27 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hiroshima, Japan, the Honkawa Elementary School Peace Museum serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic events of August 6, 1945. This museum, once an operational school, is dedicated to preserving the memory of the atomic bombing that...
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Museum, Children's museum, Science museum
Hiroshima Children's Museum, Hiroshima
30 min walk • The Hiroshima Children's Museum is a beacon of learning and joy nestled in the heart of Hiroshima, Japan. Opened to the public, this interactive museum is dedicated to stimulating the minds of young visitors through engaging exhibits and educational activities that...
0.7 miNW
Memorial
Human Shadow Etched in Stone, Hiroshima
19 min walk • In the heart of Hiroshima, Japan, lies a haunting reminder of the devastating effects of war—the Human Shadow Etched in Stone. This somber relic is a chilling vestige of the atomic bomb that was dropped on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945.

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Which popular attractions are close to Hiroshima University?

Nearby attractions include Shirakami-sha, Hiroshima (15 min walk), Peace Boulevard, Hiroshima (16 min walk), Rai Sanyo Shiseki Museum, Hiroshima (17 min walk), Former Bank of Japan, Hiroshima (17 min walk).

How to get to Hiroshima University by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hiroshima University:

Tram

Nisseki-byoin-mae • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)
Takano-bashi • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)

Bus

Shiyakusho-mae • Lines: 6 (9 min walk)
Otemachi-yonchome • Lines: 6 (9 min walk)

Metro

Hondōri • Lines: 1 (20 min walk)
Kenchō-mae • Lines: 1 (26 min walk)

Train

Hiroshima (38 min walk)