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Founding of Hiroshima

When
1589
Where
Delta coastline of the Seto Inland Sea
Episodes
1

In 1589, Japanese daimyō Mōri Terumoto established Hiroshima on the Seto Inland Sea delta coastline. By constructing Hiroshima Castle, he effectively founded the city, which later became the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture.

Episodes

  1. 1589 · Delta coastline of the Seto Inland SeaFounding of Hiroshima

    Mōri Terumoto established Hiroshima on the Seto Inland Sea delta coastline in 1589.

Background and detail

Founding Context. Mōri Terumoto, a powerful warlord and daimyō, established Hiroshima in 1589. The city was situated on the delta coastline of the Seto Inland Sea. This strategic location was part of the initial establishment of the settlement.

Historical Status. Hiroshima is currently the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture in Japan. The name Hiroshima translates to 'wide island' in Japanese. Its establishment by Mōri Terumoto marked the beginning of its long history as a significant regional center.

People involved

Sources

  1. Hiroshima Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-17
  2. Mōri Terumoto Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-15

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