Best Religious Sites in Hiroshima

Itsukushima Shrine is one of Japan's top scenic sights, famous for its O Torii gate that appears to float on water during high tide, serving as a protector over sacred lands for over 1,400 years.

The Eternal Flame of Reikado houses a fire said to have been lit by Kobo Daishi over 1200 years ago, with tea warmed by the fire believed to have curative properties.

Daisho-in Temple, founded by Kobo Daishi, features Rakan statues and spinning wheels with Buddhist scriptures.

Kousanji Temple is a colorful temple complex founded in the 1930s, featuring replicas of famous Japanese temple buildings and the Hill of Hope, an area made entirely of marble.

Jodoji Temple, founded in the 600s, is one of the oldest temples in the Onomichi region and is located on Onomichi's Temple Walk.

A temple at the base of Mount Misen on Miyajima Island, featuring multiple buildings, spinning metal wheels inscribed with sutras, and the Daishi Hall with golden lanterns.

Dai Showing Temple is an important temple in the Shingong Buddhist sect known for its statues representing Buddha's 500 disciples.

Hiroshima Toshogu Shrine was built in 1648 and is believed to bring blessings of safe childbirth and good health, featuring 500-step stairs leading to the Kinkoinari Shrine.

Kinkoinari Shrine is located at the top of the mountain behind Hiroshima Toshogu Shrine and is believed to bring blessings of promotion and prosperity in business.

Fudoin Temple is a fine example of the architecture of the murumachi period and its main hall is famous for its carved statue.

Mitaki-dera Temple, originally built in 809 CE and reconstructed after the war, is famous for its Splendid Temple and beautiful grounds, especially vibrant in autumn.

The Memorial Cathedral of World Peace, one of the largest Roman Catholic churches in Asia, was built in 1954 as a testament to nations working together.

The Island Shrine of Itsukushima (Miyajima) is famous for the spectacular Itsukushima Shrine, dedicated to the daughters of the shintu wind God susanoo.

A Buddhist temple with unique Buddha statues and a traditional Japanese aesthetic.