Hiroshima

Unfortunately, most of Hiroshima's fame comes from World War II, when they were a victim of the atom bomb. However, it has really grown into a bustling city, complete with a Peace Memorial Museum and Park. The museum is incredibly moving, but you definitely have to prepare yourself to walk through. After the museum, I would suggest a walk through the park, which is extremely well kept and calming. While in the park, see the memorial monument (pictured), the dome, and the millions of handmade paper cranes strung up and hanging.

If you're interested in reading about the bombing of Hiroshima before your visit, which I would suggest, Black Rain by Ibuse Masuji is amazing. The visit to the Peace Memorial is much more meaningful after reading about what happened.