After the debut of 'Oppenheimer,' many of you may have started googling 'Hiroshima now' or 'Hiroshima today.' However, Hiroshima is not just a city; it is also an entire prefecture in Japan. While Hiroshima is often associated primarily with the tragic events of the atomic bombing during World War II, the Hiroshima Prefecture offers a diverse range of landscapes, culture, and history that extends beyond the city limits. Today, I'd like to share my 3 favorite, lesser-known places around Hiroshima Prefecture. Spoiler alert: If you're a fan of Studio Ghibli, you're in for a pleasant surprise!