Hiroshima Castle is classified as a flatland castle (its layout: Rinkakushiki), and is located in Hiroshima Prefecture. During the pre-modern age, it found itself within the borders of Aki Province. It is associated with the Mōri, Asano clans. Dates in use: 1589 - 1874.

The castle was completely destroyed in WWII with the current main tower being a concrete reconstruction. Some supporting buildings have been rebuilt using traditional methods in recent years.

Mōri Terumoto, one of five samurai entrusted with ruling Japan after Toyomomi Hideyoshi's death, built this castle in 1591. In the battle of Sekigahara Terumoto, having sided with the losing side, had his lands greatly reduced and was forced to leave this castle for Hagi castle.

Timeline

1589	Mōri Terumoto started building the castle.
1599	The main tower was completed.
1600	Following he Battle of Sekigahara lost half of their lands, including this castle.
1619	The Asano Clan were stationed here.
1874	The castle was abandoned.
1945	The castle was destroyed by an atomic bomb.
1951	The castle was rebuilt using wood.
1957	The castle was rebuilt using concrete.
1994	The Nino Enclosure was rebuilt.

Historical recognition

Site	National Historic Site