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Kure
Spend a half‑day in Kure for the naval museums and curry, then head back to Hiroshima; one night only if you want a relaxed pace.
Kure is a compact port city with two maritime museums within a 10‑minute walk of Kure Station and a naval‑curry specialty. It is best visited as a day‑trip from Hiroshima, or for an overnight stay if you prefer a slower schedule.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid)
- Airport
- HIJ
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Kure110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kure, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyKure is safe for tourists; standard caution with traffic and keep an eye on train/bus timetables.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportHIJ Hiroshima Airport (≈45 min by car via Higashihiroshima‑Kure Expressway).
- Getting aroundWalk between museums; city bus (Hiroden Bus) runs every 10–15 min, ¥720 (≈ US$5) one‑way.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Metro or bus rideCity bus ride¥720 (≈ US$5)
- Museum or sight ticketYamato Museum entry¥500 (≈ US$4) adult, ¥300 (≈ US$3) high‑school
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per person¥3,500 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedBusiness hotel double room, a night, per room¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
- High-end bedBusiness hotel double room, a night, per room¥18,000 (≈ US$130)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥10,000 (≈ US$70) · High ¥18,000 (≈ US$130)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- HIJ Hiroshima Airport (≈45 min by car via Higashihiroshima‑Kure Expressway)
Best months at a glance
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23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
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Jul
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Sep
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27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
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22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
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16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Jun (10 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kure: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
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24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
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Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk between museums; city bus (Hiroden Bus) runs every 10–15 min, ¥720 one‑way. Trams connect Hiroshima Station to Kure (change at Minami‑kuyakusho‑mae).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Hiroshima
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
JR Sanyo Line, 30 min from Kure Station
Main base for further sightseeing.
Miyajima
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 15 min
JR to Miyajimaguchi (≈45 min), then ferry 10 min
Classic island day trip.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Kure Station area
Convenient for museums and bus connections; good for one night.
Central Kure
Near restaurants and the ferry terminal; 5‑min walk to museums.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Business hotel double room1 × 1 night × ¥12,000 | ¥12,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ¥10,000 | ¥20,000 |
| Hiroshima Airport → Kure bus (one‑way)2 × ¥1,340 | ¥2,680 |
| Kure Line fare (Kure‑Hiroshima)2 × ¥500 | ¥1,000 |
| Yamato Museum entry2 × ¥500 | ¥1,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥3,670 |
| Trip total≈ ¥20,180 per person per day, bed included | ¥40,350≈ US$300 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Kure Kaiji curry plate | ¥800–1,200 (≈ US$6–9) |
| Yamato Museum entry | ¥500 (≈ US$4) adult, ¥300 (≈ US$3) high‑school |
| City bus ride | ¥720 (≈ US$5) |
| JR Kure Line ticket | ¥500 (≈ US$4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Last city bus from Hiroshima to Kure departs around 22:00; plan return accordingly.Last city bus from Hiroshima to Kure departs around 10:00 PM; plan return accordingly.
- Museum entry fees are modest but verify seasonal closures.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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- Fire and ambulance119
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Hiroshima Airport → Kure bus: ¥1,340 (≈ US$10) one‑way, ≈45 min
- Kure Line Kure‑Hiroshima: ¥500 (≈ US$4), 35 min rapid
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kure. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport‑to‑Kure bus (¥1,340 one‑way, check schedule).
- JR Pass covers Kure Line; consider Hiroshima‑Yamaguchi Pass (¥11,000 for 5 days) if traveling regionally.
Sources
- officialKure local tourist association (Japanese)
- officialKure city government (Japanese)
- secondaryJMSDF Kure Museum
- secondaryYamato Museum
- secondaryWikivoyage: Kure, revision 5143814 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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