Running Tour of Hijiyama Park

Located near Hiroshima Station, Hijiyama Park is home to some unique history as well as stunning trees and lookout points. Most tourists don’t know about it or skip over it but it is truly a must-see! Our English tour guides are very knowledgable about the park’s history and will run at what pace you are comfortable with. We will start at Hiroshima Station, do a 5K loop through the park, and finish back at Hiroshima Station. This tour will be the perfect way to start your day!

Some of the sights you will see on our tour:

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On the tour we will visit:

  • Tamonin Buddist Temple

  • A-Bombed Firefighter Monument

  • G7 Summit Plaques

  • Radiation Effects Research Facility (We are not allowed to enter but we can view it from the outside. Really interesting history with Stranger things vibes!)

  • Hiroshima Military Cemetery

  • Graves of the French Soldiers

  • Jizo Statue

  • Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers

  • Plus a few more surprises!

What to bring

  • Running shoes if you are going on the running tour. You may not join the running tour with open-toed shoes or inappropriate shoe wear. Sorry, we just don’t want you getting hurt!

  • Water is not provided but there are water fountains at the park as well as vending machines. Please bring coins if you would like to purchase a drink from one of the machines.

  • Toilets are available at the halfway point of the tour if and we will stop if needed.

  • Photography is encouraged throughout the tour!