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Hiroshima or Tokyo?
Both are history, food and culture destinations in Asia. Hiroshima adds nature and islands. Tokyo adds city life and architecture.
| Hiroshima | Tokyo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Cost of a week | mid-priced | mid-priced |
| Crowds at peak | medium | high |
| Best months | Apr, May, Oct, Nov | Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Warmest month | August, 30°C | August, 32°C |
| Coolest month | January, 9°C | January, 9°C |
| Known for | Genbaku Dome, Peace Memorial Museum, Itsukushima Shrine, Mount Misen | Shibuya crossing, Meiji Shrine, Michelin sushi, cherry blossoms and ginkgo |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Hiroshima | Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9°C | 9°C |
| Feb | 10°C | 11°C |
| Mar | 15°C | 16°C |
| Apr | 18°C | 19°C |
| May | 22°C | 23°C |
| Jun | 25°C | 27°C |
| Jul | 29°C | 31°C |
| Aug | 30°C | 32°C |
| Sep | 28°C | 28°C |
| Oct | 22°C | 22°C |
| Nov | 17°C | 18°C |
| Dec | 11°C | 12°C |
So which one?
Pick Hiroshima if…
you want nature and islands. It suits groups of friends particularly well. It also works in May, when Tokyo is off-season.
Pick Tokyo if…
you want city life and architecture. It suits couples and photographers particularly well. It also works in March, September.
Both are at their best in April, October, November.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Hiroshima or Tokyo cheaper?
Hiroshima is mid-priced for a week, Tokyo is mid-priced.
Which is warmer, Hiroshima or Tokyo?
Hiroshima peaks at 30°C in August; Tokyo peaks at 32°C in August.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.