Hiroshima, Japan
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Hijiyama and Danbara are very safe and quiet, with a park, a museum and local streets. They suit anyone who wants a calm base, though evening choices are limited compared with the centre.
Hijiyama is a forested hill just east of the city centre, with a park, cherry trees, the Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art and a manga library. Danbara, at its foot, is a quiet residential neighbourhood of small shops, family restaurants and cafes that locals use for daily errands. It is the quietest part of the city, and a reasonable choice for a non-touristy base a short streetcar ride from the station and Hondori. Evenings are quiet with few bars, and the streets are well lit and used by families and students. English is less common than in the centre, but residents are polite and will try to help.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
ExcellentHarassment Risk
LowPublic Transport Safety
ExcellentPickpocketing Risk
LowScam Risk
LowPolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
GoodEvening Venues
ModerateSolo Dining
GoodDrug Activity
LowHomelessness Visibility
LowGetting By in English
ModerateAreas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
Peace Park and Motomachi have Hiroshima's most important sights in a calm riverside setting. The area is very safe by day and evening, but it is quiet after dark, so head to Hondori for nightlife.
Kamiyacho and the Hiroshima Castle area are a calm, safe base close to the main sights. Evenings are quieter than in the entertainment districts, which suits anyone who wants an early night.
Hondori and Hatchobori are the easiest places in Hiroshima to eat, shop and drink alone. The streets are busy, lit and well served by trams, and the only real caution is pushy street touts near the late-night areas.
Help other women stay safe in Hijiyama and Danbara
Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.