After breakfast use your Japan Rail Pass to take the train from Kyoto to Hiroshima for your overnight hotel stay.
Hiroshima (Honshu)
When the first atomic bomb was dropped over Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, the city became known worldwide. The destructive power of the bomb obliterated nearly everything within a two kilometre radius. Destroyed monuments of Hiroshima's historical heritage, like Hiroshima Castle and Shukkeien Garden, were reconstructed. Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park is one of the most prominent features of the city. At over 120,000 square meters. its trees, lawns and paths are in stark contrast to the modern surrounding downtown area. Before the bomb, this area was the political and commercial heart of the city. For this reason, it was chosen as the pilot's target. It was decided that the area would not be redeveloped but instead devoted to peace memorial facilities. Visit the A-Bomb Dome (known as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial) when the bomb exploded - it was one of the few buildings to remain standing. It has been preserved in in its bombed state making it a UNESCO World Heritage Site providing a tangible link to Hiroshima's unique past.
Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel
Enjoy recreational amenities at this hotel, including an indoor pool, spa tub, and sauna. Additional amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, wedding services, and a TV in the common area. Dine at Bridges, one of the hotel's two restaurants, or enjoy room service (during limited hours). Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge or poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily (6:30 AM to 10:00 AM) for a fee. The hotel also offers dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Seven meeting rooms are available for events, and self-parking is available onsite (subject to charges). Make yourself at home in one of the 238 guestrooms, each featuring a refrigerator and DVD player. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is provided, along with a 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, deep soaking bathtubs, and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include phones, laptop-compatible safes, and desks. Nearby attractions include Hiroshima Toshogu (0. 5 mi), Kyobashi River (0. 6 mi), and Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium (0. 7 mi). The nearest airports are Iwakuni Airport (IWK) (34. 3 mi) and Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) (29 mi).