Hiroshima Prefecture is known worldwide for its historical significance due to the atomic bombing during World War II. It is now a symbol of peace with the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum. The region offers a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty with its scenic islands like Miyajima, famous for the Itsukushima Shrine with a floating torii gate. Hiroshima is also known for its savory pancake, Okonomiyaki.