Hiroshima10 min
We will meet at your preferred location in Hiroshima City.
Details will be arranged through email before the tour.
The order of visiting Miyajima (Hatsukaichi City) and the Hiroshima city center will be adjusted flexibly based on your schedule, the weather, and any conditions on the day.
After a 40–50 minute drive, we will park near the ferry terminal and take a short 10‑minute ferry ride to Miyajima.
Since the roads on the island are primarily for residents and local businesses, we do not cross to the island by vehicle.
Distance & Walking Time
Once you get off the Miyajima ferry, it’s about a 15‑minute walk to Itsukushima Shrine. The distance is approximately 800 meters (about 2,600 ft), and the path is flat with no slopes. If walking this distance round‑trip is difficult for you, please let me know and we can adjust the plan accordingly.
5 min
As we walk toward Itsukushima Shrine, the iconic Great Torii gate gradually comes into view. You can enjoy the scenery and take photos as we approach.
We will then explore Itsukushima Shrine, Japan’s only shrine built over the water. As we walk through its elegant corridors, your guide will explain the history and features of the site, and you can enjoy taking photos or purchasing charms along the way.
Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street60 min
Omotesando Shopping Street is a lively area filled with souvenir shops, restaurants, and plenty of delicious street‑food options. Some guests prefer to enjoy the local snacks while walking, while others choose to sit down for a meal such as oysters or Hiroshima‑style okonomiyaki. If you prefer a restaurant lunch, we can discuss it on the tour day, as we may need to adjust the schedule depending on your available time in Hiroshima and restaurant crowd levels.
5 min
We will take the ferry back to the mainland, with the ferry ride and drive taking roughly one hour in total, before arriving in Hiroshima City. After parking the car nearby, our walking tour will begin at the Hiroshima A‑bomb Hypocenter.
Atomic Bomb Dome10 min
At the Atomic Bomb Dome, we will spend some quiet time reflecting on Hiroshima’s history and the significance of this landmark.
20 min
Your guide will share the stories and meaning behind the memorials and monuments as we walk through Peace Memorial Park together.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial MuseumOur final stop will be the Peace Memorial Museum, a quiet and reflective space where conversations are kept to a minimum. Since all exhibits are displayed in both Japanese and English, you will explore the museum on your own after I scan the QR code of the ticket I have reserved for you at the entrance. If you prefer an audio guide in another language, I can assist you in renting one. (Audio guides are not included in the tour price.)
ShukkeienShukkeien Garden
A beautiful daimyo garden that captures various natural landscapes in a compact, bonsai‑like style. Scenic ponds, miniature hills, and carefully designed paths make it a peaceful place to enjoy traditional Japanese garden beauty.
Hiroshima10 min
We will end the tour at your preferred location within Hiroshima City.
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