Hiroshima Castle

広島城

Hiroshima Castle, also called Rijo, was built by Mori Terumoto as the new base of the Mori clan; construction began in 1589. The Asano clan later ruled here for 12 generations. The castle tower was destroyed by the atomic bomb and rebuilt in reinforced concrete in 1958 as a symbol of Hiroshima's recovery. The keep was closed in March 2026 because of its age, but you can still see it from outside and walk the castle grounds.

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Visitor information

Opening hours: Ninomaru (second enclosure): April–September 9:00–17:30 (last entry 17:00); October–March 9:00–16:30 (last entry 16:00).
Closed: Closed December 8 and December 29–31.
Admission: Ninomaru (second enclosure): free.
Getting there: By tram from Hiroshima Station to Kamiya-cho Higashi, then about 8 minutes on foot.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

The castle keep has been closed since March 2026 because of aging; its exterior can still be viewed.

Tips for Muslim visitors

The castle keep (tenshu) closed in March 2026 because of ageing, so you cannot go inside it, but you can still view its exterior.
Inside many castle keeps you take off your shoes and climb steep, narrow wooden stairs. Wear socks and clothing that is comfortable for climbing.
Castle grounds are large. Plan a prayer stop before or after your visit at one of the places to pray listed below.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Hiroshima and the verified places to pray nearby.
Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.