After sightseeing during the day and going somewhere for dinner, make sure you stick around in Hiroshima for other things to do and experience the vibrant nightlife.
Hiroshima has the best entertainment district in the Chugoku-Shikoku region, with many excellent places to spend the evening. From hidden bars and pubs stocked with rare drinks to lively nightclubs and traditional Japanese bars, this city has it all. Simply choose your preferred option in line with your mood and budget before partying the night away. Tonight, how about enjoying some delicious sake and relaxing music? And tomorrow? The choice is yours for all tomorrow's parties.
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Nagarekawa Street
A vibrant street in the Chugoku-Shikoku region's largest entertainment zone
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Nagarekawa Street, located in the Nagarekawa district of Hiroshima, is the largest entertainment district in the Chugoku-Shikoku region. The place is packed with restaurants and neon lights that illuminate the night.
The name Nagarekawa (literally, "flowing river") comes the history of a canal that used to flow here and was reclaimed in 1913. Together with the parallel or intersecting Yagenbori Street, Butsudan Street, and Ebisu Street, this is one of the 4 main streets and is always buzzing with life. Nagarekawa Street is about 10 minutes by Hiroshima Electric Railway from Hiroshima Station, with the fifth station, Ebisucho, the best access point. The Mitsukoshi Department Store marks the entrance of Nagarekawa Street.
Adresse: Nagarekawa-cho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture 730-0028, Japan
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Machiya Street
A street of Machiya architecture tying Miyajima Pier to Itsukushima Shrine
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Machiya Street in Miyajima, Aki, is designated as one of The Three Views of Japan. It's a calm street on the main mountain side of Omotesando Shopping Street, and is lined with retro-modern inns, shops, and galleries that incorporate traditional machiya (townhouse) architecture and modern sensibilities.
This used to be Miyajima's main street, but after World War II, tourists flowed to Omotesando Shopping Street instead. However, the historical townscape here started attracting attention again in recent years, and its popularity as a place to take a walk led to its rechristening as "Machiya Street". At night, paper-covered lanterns glow on the eaves of the townhouses, creating a lovely warm atmosphere.
Adresse: Saiwai-cho & Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture 739-0505, Japan
Telefon: Miyajima Tourist Information Center: +81 (0)829-44-2011
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Molly Malone's
Enjoy Irish music and draft Guinness at an Irish pub in downtown Hiroshima
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The interior of Molly Malone's is a faithful reproduction of an authentic Irish pub. There are drinks from all over the world and genuine Irish cuisine from the Irish chef.
This is a Guinness-approved "PERFECT PINT PROGRAM" certified pub. That means it meets the strict standards set by Guinness and always provides Guinness in tip-top condition. The food is healthy and refined. Molly Malone's is open from noon on weekends and serves a traditional English Sunday roast on, yes, Sundays. There's also a children's menu.
Adresse: Hiroshima Teigeki Kaikan 4F, 1-20 Shintenchi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture 730-0034, Japan
Åbningstider: Tuesday—Friday: from 5 pm to midnight, Saturday—Sunday: from noon to midnight (closed on Mondays)
Telefon: +81 (0)82-244-2554
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THE SHACK Bar and Grill
An American-style diner-bar with pool and darts
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THE SHACK Bar and Grill is right in the middle of Hiroshima City. Its design concept is that of an American party space where people can eat, drink and spend happy times.
Inside is spacious and there's a casual and relaxed atmosphere. There's bar seating and box seats, and you can come and go between the bar and games room to try your hand at darts and pool. The food menu is American fare based on authentic Cajun cuisine. Pop, metal and rock music are played in the bar. The international vibe here is warm and welcoming.
Adresse: Landmark Building, 9-30 Hondori, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture 730-0035, Japan
Åbningstider: Monday–Thursday and Sundays from 6 pm to 1 am, Friday–Saturday from 6 pm to 3 am
Telefon: +81 (0)82-247-4354
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GOLDEN GARDEN
Hiroshima's leading craft beer pub
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GOLDEN GARDEN is a craft beer specialist store located in Hatchobori, a bustling downtown area of Hiroshima. This is an authentic pub restaurant where you can enjoy beer from all over the world, including Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Belgium.
A decade after opening as a beer bar in 2007, it was relaunched as a pub and kitchen with a full range of food. There are 8 types of draft beer on tap and more than 100 types of bottled beer, as well as wine and speciality coffee.
Adresse: Junku Building (Former Nishitoyo Building) 1 & 2F, 2-12 Shintenchi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture 730-0034, Japan
Åbningstider: Monday—Friday: from 5 pm to midnight, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: from noon to midnight (closed on Tuesdays)
Telefon: +81 (0)82-248-2657
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RAKU BEER
Sample craft beers from all over Japan
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RAKU BEER is a café restaurant located in Hatchobori, one of the busiest districts of Hiroshima City. At RAKU BEER you can sample craft beers from all over Japan.
Compare more than 15 kinds of beer, and the snacks that go well with them! Happy hour is from 5 pm to 7 pm every day. If you're heading here straight after work or sightseeing, you might want to go for one of the recommended beers of the day in 250 ml format at a great price. The nearby REAL BEER STYLE GOLDEN GARDEN, where you can enjoy craft beers from around the world, is under the same management.
Adresse: Shidzu Building 1F, 3-3 Mikawacho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture 730-0029, Japan
Åbningstider: Monday—Friday: from 5 pm to midnight, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: from noon to midnight (closed on Tuesdays)
Telefon: +81 (0)82-247-6768
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Bar Alegre
An authentic bar with a very Japanese atmosphere
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Bar Alegre is a hidden gem. In this lovely space you'll hear the sound of cocktails being shaken by the national prize-winning bartender.
The height of the entrance door is only about 130 cm, and it was deliberately designed this way to resemble a miniature tearoom entrance. Once inside, it's as though all of the customers (including samurai, perhaps) abandon their social position (or put down their swords, to stretch the metaphor), bow their heads deeply, and spend their time informally relaxing and enjoying the company. In addition to seasonal fresh fruit cocktails and original cocktails, the bar also has a great selection of whiskeys. This is a fine place to spend the evening.
Adresse: 1-32 Horikawacho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture 730-0033, Japan
Åbningstider: From 7 pm to 2 am (closed on Sundays and holidays)
Telefon: +81 (0)82-248-7470
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MAC
An atmospheric bar rooted in Hiroshima for more than 40 years
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MAC is a bar that has been operating in the middle of Hiroshima for over 40 years. It's a cosy place with many, many regulars.
The original owner was a local legend who died after the first store was temporarily closed due to the deterioration of the building in which it was located but was reopened by a business partner in 2017. A hugely impressive collection of CDs covers the walls. Most of the music is American rock that the original owner loved, but feel free to make requests for whatever kind of music you like. This is the kind of bar where everyone knows your name.
Adresse: 3-3-4 Tatemachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture 730-0032, Japan
Telefon: +81 (0)82-243-0343
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ElGHT Supperclub
An old cinema transformed into a hideaway club bar
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ElGHT Supperclub is a bar that feels like a trendy club. Here you can enjoy meals, drinks, music, and videos in an open space lit up by a glitzy mirror-ball.
There are private rooms, tables and counters, and there's a turntable spinning music on records as well as a great selection of cocktails, beers and whiskeys. The club has a collection of about 2,000 records. At the DJ booth in the main hall, the selector ensures that the vibe is always electric.
Adresse: Shintenchi Leisure Building 6F, 1-9 Shintenchi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture 730-0034, Japan
Åbningstider: Monday–Thursday from 6 pm to 2 am, Friday–Saturday from 6 pm to 3 am, Sundays and holidays from 6 pm to 2 pm
Telefon: +81 (0)82-545-5580
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HERBIE HIROSHIMA
One of the most-visited nightclubs in the Chugoku-Shikoku region
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HERBIE HIROSHIMA is a next-generation resort nightclub located in downtown Nagarekawa in Hiroshima. The door opens into another world, a cosmic dancefloor.
With countless moving lights diffusely reflected, even veteran clubbers will feel spaced out on the main floor. The huge 3D LED and the bangin' sound system are overwhelming, in a good way. The VIP area features seating for women only, powder rooms, and a smorgasbord of all-you-can-eat sweets, so for girls who just wanna have fun, this is the place to be.
Adresse: Nagarekawa Eight Building B1F, 8-20 Nagarekawa-cho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture 730-0028, Japan
Åbningstider: Thursday and Sunday: from 9 pm to 4 am, Friday—Saturday: 9 am to 5 am (closed Monday—Wednesday)
Telefon: +81 (0)82-258-5415
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