Hiroshima Streetcar Guide

How to ride, pay, use IC cards, and reach Peace Park or Miyajima-guchi.

Quick Answer

Where it goes

  • Peace Memorial Park / A-Bomb Dome
  • Hiroshima Station ⇄ city center
  • Miyajima-guchi, for ferries to Miyajima

For detailed route maps, please visit:

Hiroden Official Route Maps

How to ride

Hiroshima streetcars accept cash, major Japanese IC cards such as Suica, PASMO and ICOCA, and the Mobiry Days QR/Card system. Boarding and alighting procedures differ depending on the payment method.

For step-by-step instructions with diagrams, please visit:

Hiroden Official “How to Ride”

Ticket reader machine for Mobiry Days QR code and card
Example of a Mobiry Days ticket reader.

Can I use Suica in Hiroshima?

Yes. You can use Suica, PASMO, ICOCA and other major Japanese IC cards on Hiroshima streetcars. Mobile Suica in Apple Wallet also works like a regular IC card.

Payment Methods

Payment method Can you use it? Notes
Cash Yes Prepare coins or small bills.
Suica / PASMO / ICOCA Yes Major Japanese IC cards are accepted.
Mobile Suica / Apple Wallet Yes Works like a regular IC card.
Mobiry Days Yes QR code and card-based system by Hiroden.
Contactless credit card No Do not rely on Visa or Mastercard tap payment.
JR Pass No JR Pass cannot be used on Hiroden streetcars.

Most international visitors can simply use their Suica, PASMO or ICOCA card. If you do not have one, cash is also accepted.

FAQ

Can I use Suica on Hiroshima streetcars?

Yes. Suica, PASMO, ICOCA and other major Japanese IC cards are accepted.

Can I pay by contactless credit card?

No. Hiroshima streetcars do not accept direct contactless credit card payment.

Can I use the JR Pass?

No. The JR Pass cannot be used on Hiroden streetcars.

Is the streetcar useful for Miyajima?

Yes, you can take a streetcar to Hiroden-miyajima-guchi and then transfer to the ferry.

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