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Streetcar "HIRODEN", runs freely throughout the city of Hiroshima

Hiroshima city itself is also known as a city of running-train museum.

Even at the time right after the bomb was dropped in 1945, the streetcar “HIRODEN” kept running to carry citizens, and for now, it is loved by the local people as our main transportation to and from work, school, and shops. Of course, it is a very convenient vehicle for the travelers, as well.

running-train museum, Hiroden, Hiroshima


Inner-City Line that runs the eastern area from Nishi-Hiroshima Station allows you to go the Atomic Bomb Dome or Shukkeien Garden or wherever you want for a flat rate fare of 190yen each time. (130yen for only within Hakushima Line)

How about exploring Hiroshima, sharing the seats with locals in Hiroshima?

Streetcar “HIRODEN” is also useful when you go to Miyajima. Line 2 that departs from Hiroshima Station goes through downtown area and takes you to Miyajima-guchi station which stands just in front of the Ferry Port. What’s more, it is only for 270yen.

There are also passes for special deals; “1 Day Streetcar and Ferry Pass” and “ 1 Day Streetcar Pass". Please ask for the conductor or at the information center.
For the digital tickets to purchase online with MOBIRY, please click here.
Hiroden map

How to Ride

There's no tickets. Just pay the fare when you get off the streetcar.
If you have 1 Day pass, it's enough to show the pass to the driver or the conductor.

For Further information: https://www.hiroden.co.jp/en/index.html

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