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Time and distance
- Distance: around 820 km along the Tokaido and Sanyo shinkansen.
- Nozomi: 4 hours direct.
- Hikari + Sakura combination: 4 to 5 hours, fully covered by the JR Pass.
Route guide
Tokyo to Hiroshima by shinkansen
Hiroshima is one of the most rewarding shinkansen rides in Japan. Here is what the trip from Tokyo costs, how long it takes and how to do it with a JR Pass.
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Ticket price without a pass
A reserved ordinary seat on the Nozomi from Tokyo to Hiroshima costs around 19,760 yen one way. A round trip alone is close to 40,000 yen.
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With a Japan Rail Pass
- Use Hikari to Shin Osaka, then Sakura to Hiroshima, covered with no supplement.
- Or take Nozomi with a small supplement if you want the fastest train.
- A 7 day JR Pass at 50,000 yen makes the round trip and other rides essentially free for the week.
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What to do in Hiroshima
- Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome.
- Miyajima island, ferry covered by the JR Pass.
- Hiroshima style okonomiyaki in the old centre.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions.
How long is the Tokyo to Hiroshima shinkansen?
About 4 hours on the direct Nozomi, or 4 to 5 hours using Hikari plus Sakura which are fully covered by the JR Pass.
Is Hiroshima covered by the JR Pass?
Yes. Shinkansen, JR local lines and the Miyajima ferry are all covered.
Is the trip worth it for one day?
It is doable as a day trip from Osaka or Kyoto. From Tokyo, an overnight stay makes the most of the visit.
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