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Hiroshima Green Arena (Hiroshima Prefectural Sports Center) is the largest arena in the Chugoku region, sitting in the Kamiyacho district right by Peace Memorial Park. After a concert the tram stops get very crowded, so the easiest plan by far is a hotel in the Kamiyacho / Peace Park area that you can simply walk back to. If you’re arriving by Shinkansen, basing yourself at Hiroshima Station is another option. Here are the most convenient places to stay, plus how to get there.
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Why stay within walking distance?
- The trams get packed. Walking back beats queueing for a streetcar.
- Peace Park is right there. Easy to combine with sightseeing.
- Drop your bags early before joining the merchandise queue.
Getting to Hiroshima Green Arena
- Location: the Kamiyacho district, close to Peace Memorial Park, served by the Kamiyacho tram stops.
- From Hiroshima Station: about 15–20 minutes by streetcar (Hiroden).
- From Hiroshima Airport: about 45–60 minutes by limousine bus to Hiroshima Station or the Bus Center.
- Shinkansen: stops at Hiroshima Station.
Hotels within walking distance
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima — the closest
About a 3-minute walk from the arena and next to the Hiroshima Bus Center. Handy for dropping bags before the show and walking straight back afterwards. Price level: high-end.
ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Hiroshima — comfortable and central
A large hotel in the Kamiyacho area, within walking distance of the arena. Price level: mid-range to high-end.
Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima — near Peace Park
Close to Peace Memorial Park and within walking distance of the venue — easy to pair with sightseeing. Price level: mid-range.
Another option: Hiroshima Station
Hotel Granvia Hiroshima — for Shinkansen travellers
Directly connected to Hiroshima Station, making arrival and departure effortless. The arena is about 15–20 minutes away by streetcar. Price level: mid-range to high-end.
Hotel comparison
| Hotel | To the arena | Highlight | Price level |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima | 3 min walk | Closest, by the Bus Center | High-end |
| ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Hiroshima | Walkable | Large and comfortable | Mid–high |
| Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima | Walkable | Near Peace Park | Mid-range |
| Hotel Granvia Hiroshima | 15–20 min by tram | Connected to the station | Mid–high |
Tips for booking
- Walking distance wins. The trams are jammed right after the show.
- Book early. Kamiyacho hotels sell out for popular concerts.
- Combine with sightseeing. Peace Memorial Park and the A-Bomb Dome are within walking distance.
- Leave your luggage at the hotel before queueing for merchandise.
Frequently asked questions
What is the closest hotel to Hiroshima Green Arena?
RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima, about a 3-minute walk from the arena.
Should I stay near the arena or at Hiroshima Station?
Stay in Kamiyacho if the concert is your priority; choose Hiroshima Station if you’re travelling by Shinkansen.
Can I combine the concert with sightseeing?
Yes — Peace Memorial Park and the A-Bomb Dome are within walking distance of the venue.
