Hiroshima

Hiroshima is a city in Japan's Honshu Island, renowned for its historical significance and vibrant culture. The city is most famously known for being the first city in history to be targeted by a nuclear weapon when it was bombed by the United States on August 6, 1945, during World War II. Today, Hiroshima stands as a symbol of peace and resilience, with its iconic landmarks such as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and the rebuilt Hiroshima Castle attracting millions of visitors each year. The city also offers a bustling urban life, rich cuisine, particularly the local specialty okonomiyaki, and beautiful natural landscapes, including the nearby Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island.