Key Facts
• July 4, 2025: Announcement of updates for the new Ekimae Ohashi Route.
• August 3, 2025: Ekimae Ohashi Route officially opens.
• Hiroshima Station: Automatic announcements replace manual ones at platforms A–D.
• Departure melodies: Peace-themed for Kamiya-cho direction, wave-inspired for Hijiyama-shita.
• In-train updates: New melodies for stops, English announcements added to all vehicles.
• Line color changes: Line 1 updated from orange to light blue, inspired by Hiroshima Port.
• Route map redesign: Modernized with a clean layout and updated fonts.
Summary
Hiroshima Electric Railway is set to launch the Ekimae Ohashi Route on August 3, 2025, introducing significant updates to its services. Departure melodies at Hiroshima Station will reflect themes of peace and the sea, while in-train announcements will feature new melodies and English translations. Line 1’s color will change from orange to light blue, distinguishing it from Line 2, and the route map will adopt a modern, streamlined design. These changes aim to enhance passenger experience and align with the new route’s opening.
