Hiroshima Travel Guide : How to take the train

Get to know Hiroshima trams!

Did you know that Hiroshima has public transport such as streetcars?

Most public transport users in Hiroshima use trams, which are probably the No. 1 public transport service in the prefecture.

Both the length of the line and the number of rolling stock are the largest in Japan, and Hiroshima is truly a city of trams.

Hiroshima is the only city in Japan where streetcars are the main form of transport. If you visit Hiroshima on a sightseeing trip, please use the streetcars!

View the city of Hiroshima as you travel by tram!

Find out how to use trams!

Get a proper understanding of how to ride trams, for example!

■From getting on to getting off the tram ↓↓↓↓↓↓

1.when a tram approaches, look at the destination sign at the front to see the route number and destination.
2.When you are sure that it is your train, please board through the entrance door.
3.When you reach your destination, put money in the fare box at the exit.

*Fees are payable later.

■About the interior of the vehicle ↓↓↓↓

・There are priority seats in the car. Be open-minded enough to give up your seat to people with limps, pregnant women, etc!

・Standing passengers should hold the strap as the train can sway a lot.

・When the car is crowded, backpack wearers should try to carry their backpacks on the front side as far as possible.

・If you need to exchange money, there are exchange machines at the front or back of the car.

Other information on trams.

■Freight charges
Local lines have a flat fare of 220 yen for adults and 110 yen for children.
The Miyajima Line is different. Be sure to check the Miyajima Line fare table.

■Other information
There are route maps at each station and on board the trains, so you can check them if you get lost.
The route maps are also translated into English.

Great deals!

If you are planning a full day of sightseeing in Hiroshima, the one-day pass is by far the best value for money!

If you are planning to visit Hiroshima and Miyajima, buy a train ticket for unlimited train rides!
The One-Day Pass also gives you special offers on the Miyajima Ropeway!

■About one-day boat tickets ↓↓↓
Fare Adults 900 yen Children 450 yen
Coverage All Hiroden tram lines + Miyajima Matsudai Kisen (Miyajima-guchi – Miyajima route)
*Great offers on the Miyajima ropeway.

■One-day ticket ↓↓↓↓
Fare Adults 700 yen Children 350 yen
Scope of application All Hiroden train lines

■Explanation of how to use.
・The train will be displayed on the screen when you get off the train.
・When you get off the train, please present the scratch surface to the train crew or attendant.

Information on sightseeing in Hiroshima city and on Miyajima Island!

【World Heritage Site】Visit the Atomic Bomb Dome and museum at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park!
【Hiroshima, matcha green tea shop】If you like matcha, go to cha-no-wa!
【Miyajima】Why not take a meal break at Hiramatsu Teahouse, where you can see the most beautiful view of Miyajima?

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