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4 attractions in Hiroshima: Shukkeien Garden, Buttsuji, Gokurakuji, and 1 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by Take a Detour Japan | Lesser-known Japan itineraries & guides.

Shukkeien Garden

Shukkeien Garden

Garden
Garden
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4.4

• Enjoy red momiji and bright yellow ginkgo leaves • 15-minute walk from Hiroshima city center • ¥350 entry, open 9:00-17:00 during autumn


Buttsuji

Buttsuji

Buddhist Temple
Buddhist temple
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4.3

• Visit one of Japan's leading Zen training centers • See zen gardens, stone statues and a pagoda with impressive views ✓ Best accessed by car, a 1-hour drive from Hiroshima city center • ¥500 entry, open 8:00-17:00 during autumn


Gokurakuji

Gokurakuji

Buddhist Temple
Buddhist temple
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4.3

• See Hiroshima Bay and islands, including Miyajima, from Mt. Gokurakuji ✓ Best accessed by car, a 40-minute drive from Hiroshima city center • Free entry, open 9:00-17:00


Mitaki-dera

Mitaki-dera

Buddhist Temple
Buddhist temple
star
4.5

• Enjoy beautiful momiji, waterfalls, and moss-covered statues • Has a magical tea house open from November 18, 2026 for one week • Easily accessible via public transport to Yokogawa station then walk ✓ ¥200 donation, open 8:00-17:30 (closes 17:00 Dec-Jan)

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