Day 1 — Peace Park, local food & family sights

Morning

• Start at your accommodation in Hiroshima (listed as “HIroshima”). Walk or take a short tram/bus to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Arrive early to avoid crowds. Visit the Peace Memorial Museum (kid-friendly exhibits and children’s audio guides may be available). See the Atomic Bomb Dome and Children's Peace Monument.

Late morning / Lunch

• Walk to Hondori or Okonomimura for Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki — many family-friendly restaurants with high chairs and English menus. Nearby cafes (e.g., small specialty coffee shops along Hondori) are good for a break and snacks for children.

Afternoon

• Short tram ride to Hiroshima Castle (reconstructed keep with a museum and small grounds where kids can run). Then walk to Shukkeien Garden — a compact landscaped garden with easy paths suitable for children and strollers.
• If energy remains, visit the Hiroshima City Asa Zoological Park only if you prefer a longer transit (alternative: Hiroshima Museum of Art near Hondori for a shorter visit).

Evening

• Return toward your accommodation. Early dinner at a family-friendly izakaya or okonomiyaki spot if you missed lunchtime. Consider buying local snacks (momiji manju, savory senbei) for the kids.

Day 2 — Miyajima (Itsukushima) day trip

Morning

• Take JR train from Hiroshima Station to Miyajimaguchi (approx. 25 minutes by JR Sanyo Line), then the short ferry (10 minutes) to Miyajima. Ferries are frequent and stroller-friendly.
• On arrival, walk to the floating torii and Itsukushima Shrine — great photo opportunity. Let kids feed (supervised) or watch the friendly deer around town (do not feed with human snack wrappers; buy approved deer crackers from vendors if offered).

Late morning / Lunch

• Explore Omotesando shopping street for souvenirs and momiji manju tasting. Have lunch at a family-friendly restaurant offering local oysters, anago (conger eel) bowls, or simple set meals.

Afternoon

• Take the ropeway toward Mount Misen (upper ropeway station is stroller-accessible to a point; consider the short hikes only if children are old enough). Alternatively, visit the Aquarium (Miyajima Public Aquarium) for an easier child-focused activity.
• Return by ferry and train to Hiroshima city mid‑late afternoon.

Evening

• Final relaxed dinner near your accommodation or Hiroshima Station where department stores and stations have family-friendly food floors and convenient shops for last-minute souvenirs.

Practical tips & recommendations

• Transit: Use IC card (Suica/Pasmo/ICOCA) for easy tram, JR, and bus travel. Trams are convenient within the city and stroller-friendly but can be busy at peak times.
• Tickets: Buy JR tickets at stations or use an IC card. Ferries to Miyajima accept IC cards and cash.
• Kids: Bring snacks, refillable water bottles, a lightweight stroller, and a small first‑aid kit. Rest breaks built into the schedule — museums and gardens provide benches and shaded areas.
• Meals: Many restaurants offer children’s portions; ask staff if unsure. If any family members have dietary restrictions, show the cuisine request in Japanese: アレルギーがあります (I have allergies) and the specific allergen name.
• Weather & clothing: Coastal areas can be breezy; pack a light rain layer. Comfortable shoes are recommended for walks and short hikes.
• Money: Small shops on Miyajima often prefer cash. ATMs at major stations accept international cards but confirm ahead.

Notes

• Opening hours and closures (museums, ropeway) can vary by season — confirm on the morning of each visit if possible.
• Pace has been designed for families with small children; adjust departure times if your group prefers earlier or later starts.