Hiroshima, Japan

Cruise Port

Hiroshima

City in Chūgoku, Japan.

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Overview

Hiroshima is a cruise port in Japan. It lies on the coast at approximately 34.391, 132.452.

About Hiroshima

Hiroshima is the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture in Japan. As of August 1, 2026, the city had an estimated population of 1,170,194. The gross domestic product (GDP) in Greater Hiroshima, Hiroshima Urban Employment Area, was US$61.3 billion as of 2010. Kazumi Matsui has been the city’s mayor since April 2011. The Hiroshima metropolitan area is the second largest urban area in the Chugoku Region of Japan, following the Okayama metropolitan area.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Hiroshima — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Hiroshima

Atomic Bomb Dome and Motoyaso River, Hiroshima, Northwest view 20190417
Atomic Bomb Dome and Motoyaso River, Hiroshima, Northwest view 20190417
Hiroshima-Castle-1
Hiroshima-Castle-1
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Takueichi Pond and Kokokyo Bridge in Shukkei Garden
Takueichi Pond and Kokokyo Bridge in Shukkei Garden

Where to stay

Staying near Hiroshima the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Hiroshima, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →