At a glance

What should I check before boarding at Hiroshima Station?

For the Sanyo Shinkansen from Osaka, board at Shin-Osaka and alight at Hiroshima. From Fukuoka, check Hakata–Hiroshima. Shin-Osaka and Osaka are different stations; use the full names in your order. Before travelling, copy the full station name from your booking and check its map location, entrance, train service and boarding document.

Full station name and common mix-ups

Station name
Hiroshima Station
English or local name
Hiroshima Station (Japanese: 広島駅)
City
Hiroshima, Japan
Main rail directions
The Sanyo Shinkansen towards Shin-Osaka, Hakata and other destinations, plus local rail routes around Hiroshima.

For the Sanyo Shinkansen from Osaka, board at Shin-Osaka and alight at Hiroshima. From Fukuoka, check Hakata–Hiroshima. Shin-Osaka and Osaka are different stations; use the full names in your order.

Planning transport to the station

The station connects to city trams, buses and other ground transport. Choose your onward transport according to your accommodation or destination.

Use maps to plan your journey, but confirm your departure station using the full name and address in your booking and the operator's notices.

General steps after arrival at the station

Follow Shinkansen or relevant railway signs to the ticket gates. Check the train service, direction, carriage and final boarding document.

  1. Check your booking status and complete boarding document.
  2. If ticket collection is required, first find the counter or machine specified in your booking instructions.
  3. Complete any required identity checks, security screening or other station entry procedures.
  4. Find the correct gate and platform using your train service, direction, carriage and departure time.

Routes serving Hiroshima Station

Shin-Osaka → HiroshimaSanyo Shinkansen
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Kyoto → HiroshimaTokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen corridor
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Tokyo → HiroshimaTokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen corridor
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Fukuoka (Hakata) → HiroshimaSanyo Shinkansen
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Frequently asked questions

For the Sanyo Shinkansen from Osaka, board at Shin-Osaka and alight at Hiroshima. From Fukuoka, check Hakata–Hiroshima. Shin-Osaka and Osaka are different stations; use the full names in your order.

Check the full station name, your booking, valid identification and boarding document. Allow time for local transport, ticket collection, entry checks and finding the platform.

The Sanyo Shinkansen towards Shin-Osaka, Hakata and other destinations, plus local rail routes around Hiroshima.

Official references

Official information and travel rules

Use these official channels to check boarding, baggage and entry requirements. Search schedules, fares and availability for your date, and check railway and station notices for temporary changes.

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