This tower is definitely worth visiting especially since it's only a minute walk from the dome. The observation deck has great views of the city. You can buy a drink from the bar and relax up there. I'd love to go back up at sunset next time I visit.
The origami activity was also fun. Although my partner and I struggled to make a crane and needed lots of assistance haha. Luckily there were a lot of staff nearby who were happy to help. It was very satisfying to drop our cranes down the side of the building and watch them fall through the glass.
This is a good place to see Hiroshima from the top deck. Grab a drink and enjoy strolling around seeing nearby peace dome and parks. Nice view of street down below. Great for kids , especially the slide to come to down. I think one can easily spend up to 2 hours there.
They might be open late during warmer months, so it is a good place to visit after going to the museums in this area.
This is a must-see in Hiroshima! Definitely add the crane folding to your ticket when purchasing. It was an amazing experience.
A ticket will get you access to the rooftop which provides a beautiful view of Hiroshima’s peace park. It was a great spot to sit and sip on the beverages. The ticket included a non-alcoholic drink, but there are wine/beer options available for purchase.
We especially loved the crane folding add-on. I was an epic failure in the folding area despite the clear video tutorial on the tablets at the folding tables. However, the multi-lingual staff members were quick to help fix errors and turn your folds into a worthy peace crane. Once our group finished folding, we went to the observation/drop window where we each made our wish and dropped our crane. As we visited in January 2026, we were told that very soon the paper cranes would be removed as they were close to reaching the maximum weight of the glass encasement.
This was truly a special experience and it was not at all crowded. I would suggest it to any visitor to Hiroshima.
Absolutely beautiful view, friendly staff and great atmosphere.
For those complaining about price - the ticket allows you to do a lot more than just go upstairs to see the view. You are likely unaware of it but there are lots of learning experiences and fun activities.
For those complaining about the net… I don’t get that. Do you want to fall? Would you rather have glass all over with bird poop? You can take awesome pictures of the entire city.
Overall great experience. I will definitely return next time!
The views from the observation tower were excellent, but what stayed with me most was the feeling it gave me. Looking down on the Atomic Bomb Dome and across modern Hiroshima was both fascinating and deeply moving. The city is vibrant and full of life, yet from above you can’t help but reflect on the events that took place here. It was a powerful and thought-provoking experience, and one that will stay with me long after returning home.
