Hiroshima

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Hiroshima

From peace to prosperity — grow your vision in Hiroshima.

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Strengths

Global Hub of Manufacturing & Innovation

Hiroshima is a major hub for the automotive and manufacturing industries, and is home to major companies such as Mazda. The city's robust industrial ecosystem offers many opportunities for partnership, research and development.

City of Peace and International Collaboration

Hiroshima, known worldwide as a symbol of peace, hosts numerous international conferences and initiatives that promote international cooperation and understanding. This unique position fosters a spirit of unity and openness, creating an ideal environment for international business ventures and networking opportunities with like-minded, forward-thinking organizations that are dedicated to making a positive impact.

Blend of Culture, History, and Quality of Life

Hiroshima is home to a rich cultural heritage, including historical buildings such as Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island. Hiroshima City's natural beauty and vibrant culture provide a high quality of life, making it an attractive destination for international talent.

Things to see

History

Hiroshima Peace Memorial

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, located in the center of Hiroshima City was built in its current location near the hypocenter of the atomic bombing during WWII on August 6, 1945, in hopes of creating lasting world peace. In addition to the Atomic Bomb Dome World Heritage site, the park is home to the Cenotaph for the Atomic Bomb Victims, where the names of all those who lost their lives are inscribed, and several other memorials.

History

Itsukushima-jinja Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine is located on Miyajima Island , near Hiroshima . It is said to have been built in 593. Although it has been rebuilt several times due to disasters, it still retains the appearance of the shrine built by Taira no Kiyomori, a famous military leader of the late Heian period (794-1185). It is one of the few shrines in Japan where wooden buildings stand on the sea.

Nature

Sandankyo Gorge

With crystal-clear waters flowing through lush woodlands, Sandankyo Gorge attracts hikers in the fall and adventurers in the summer who can cool off in the river. There are also stunning waterfalls, caves, and hollows along the valley floor.

Nature

Miyajima

Home to Itsukushima-jinja, which appears to float on the water when the tide is in, people flock to the island in their thousands every year. The shrine is one of the most photographed places in Japan. The island itself was once considered so sacred that it was separated from the shrine so no one would spoil the sacred ground. This is why the entrance to the shrine, a huge red wooden gate, is also constructed offshore.