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Many people know little about Hiroshima beyond its tragic history as the site of the atomic bomb in World War II. Change that for your friends and family by bringing back some souvenirs that reflect Hiroshima’s culture and cuisine. 1. Sanfrecce Hiroshima Merchandise Hiroshima is home to the soccer team Sanfrecce Hiroshima. The team sells all sorts of merchandise that make for ideal souvenirs for soccer fans, including jerseys, trading cards, and towels. There’s even a branded soy sauce, produced through a collaboration with local producer Kawanaka Soy Sauce. 2. Hiroshima Toyo Carp Merchandise If you’re more of a baseball than a soccer fan, look for merchandise for the city’s baseball team: Hiroshima Toyo Carp. You’ll find all sorts of great souvenirs in the official store, including keychains, stickers, coasters, and tote bags. 3. Momiji Manju Since the symbol of Hiroshima is the maple leaf, momiji manju is one of the most representative souvenirs of the prefecture. This is a castella cake in the shape of a maple leaf, traditionally filled with sweet red bean paste. Since it has become more popular, you can now find it in all sorts of flavors, including chocolate, cream cheese, matcha, and custard. 4.…