Morning. Start your day with a visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum [18091], which offers a sobering look at the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. Afterward, head to the nearby Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park [10099], which features several monuments and memorials dedicated to the victims of the bombing.
Afternoon. Take a short ferry ride to Miyajima Island (Itsukushima) [17986], a scenic island known for its iconic "floating" torii gate, Itsukushima Shrine, and friendly deer. Enjoy a leisurely hike up Mount Misen for panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea and the surrounding islands.
Evening. Return to Hiroshima for dinner at Okonomimura, a multi-story building dedicated to the local specialty dish of Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, a savory pancake made with cabbage, noodles, and various toppings.
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