Hiroshima, Japan

Aki-ku

Aki-ku, Hiroshima

Aki-ku is Hiroshima's southeastern ward, a string of hillside neighborhoods sloping down to the Seto Inland Sea. Its name recalls the ancient province of Aki, and roughly 77,000 people live across its quiet bays and ridges.

What the app adds

Roots Earth has a longer story for Aki-ku, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 34.3989, 132.5906

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