Tours/Hiroshima/Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide
Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide
5.0(12)Hiroshima4 hours
VIATOR5.0(3)TRIPADVISOR5.0(9)
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At a glance
Duration
4 hours
Price from
$206 / person
Location
Hiroshima, Japan
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 12 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Within 24h
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Hiroshima custom tour by certified guide Pancho (in English)
Meeting point
NOTEThe meeting point is Hiroshima station or your hotel.No pick up service, but the guide will go meeting point (at the hotel)
Description
I'm Pancho (Tetsuo Hamano), a 5.0-rated licensed English-speaking guide born and raised in Hiroshima. This private half-day (about 4 hours) is Miyajima Island: UNESCO Itsukushima Shrine and the Great Torii over the sea, optional Daisho-in Temple, and street views of Senjokaku Pavilion and the Five-Storied Pagoda. I'm a second-generation A-bomb survivor. If you ask, I share how my father and grandparents survived 1945 as ordinary life afterward—not a horror lecture. This day is the sacred island: Shinto, temples, sea air, local food, and two-way talk about Japanese culture and daily life. I adapt the pace and itinerary to you, including vegan and gluten-free (GF) options. Your questions steer the day. Families welcome. Ask about daily Japan too.
Tide changes how the Torii looks; I time photos when we can. Walking tour with public transport and ferry from Hiroshima. Lunch extra. Skip a checklist rush. Just you and me—your private group.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 2:00 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 13+)
$206
Child (ages 6–12)
Free
Infant (ages 0–5)
Free
Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:33 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 58 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide
Itinerary
60 min
Meet up at the bullet train exit in Hiroshima station.
NOTE: This is one of the optional meeting places, the guide shows up at your hotel as an option too.
Miyajima
15 min
Itsukushima island, Itsukushima shrine(UNESCO World Heritage site),
15 minutes walk to Itsukushima shrine.
Optional: Daishoin Temple, Five Stories Pagoda, Senjokaku-Paviriaon, and so on.
Note: Total time includes meeting point to Miyajima island, from island to Peace Memorial Park.
Itsukushima Shrine
Admission not included50 min
Take a look at the Japanese heritage/ UNESCO World Heritage site which was built in 1168.
Daishoin Temple
40 min
Explore the one of photogenic place in Miyajima island.
Memo:
Stairs.
Autumn leaves
Senjokaku
15 min
See the view from the street of the "Senjo-kaku and Five storied Pagoda"
Hiroshima Station South Exit Chikagai Hiroba Information Center
60 min
Return to Hiroshima station by JR local train.
What's included
Included
Guide fee
Not included
Gratuities
Entrance fee: Itsukushima shrine 300 JPY/Adult
Any entrance fee is not included.
Any food and drink is excluded.
Not included any private transportation
100 JPY/ Adult for Senjokaku if you want to stop Senjokaku
Itsukushima Shrine
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
12 reviews
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How it compares in Hiroshima
Rated higher than 71% of 86 reviewed tours in Hiroshima
Starting price $206 is 72% above the typical $120 for tours of similar length in Hiroshima
Excurgo comparison of 318 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide take?
Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide cost?
Prices start at $206 per person for this Hiroshima experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 2:00 PM.
How much does Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide cost for children?
Children aged 6–12 pay nothing, adults from $206. Infants go free.
Does Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide sell out?
It can: 58 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is NOTE: The meeting point is Hiroshima station or your hotel. No pick up service, but the guide will go meeting point (at the hotel). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 12 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(12)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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CWRG
July 27, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great (knowledgeable) Guide and a genuinely thoughtful guide!
The guide was personable and extremely knowledgeable about the history, current culture and the details of every temple we visited!!! The guide was thoughtful, considerate and ( Extremely) knowledgeable!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
I'm delighted to hear you enjoyed exploring Miyajima with me. It was a pleasure sharing not only the island's history, but also Japanese culture, daily life and everyday stories.
Your kind words about my knowledge and personality truly mean a lot to me. Thank you again for taking the time to leave a review, and I hope to welcome you back to Hiroshima and Miyajima someday.
Warm regards,
Pancho
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Jeffrey G
May 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best Tour one could have in Hiroshima
Pancho is a fantastic, knowledgeable and friendly guide. The day flew by and his ability to navigate the routes permitted us to maximize the sites we visited. Our lunch at a local restaurant to try Okinomayaki was a blast.
Operator response
Thank you for your kind comment. I'm happy to hear you enjoyed not only this tour but also Okonomiyaki, our local comfort food, and you follow the way of eat with spatula. It was such a grat time to me having conversations during tour and sharing many things not only from my side.
Hope you have safe travel and enjoy Japan more!
Thank you,
Pancho
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ninettejohnson
April 21, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A World Heritage Site
We visited this beautiful and charming island. It was a short ride by ferry from the mainland. It was such a joy seeing the deers roaming around freely and not being bothered by tourists.
There were temples, Shrines, a Pagoda and a museum.
I highly recommend the island for a visit for it’s peaceful scenery .
Operator response
Dear ninettejohnson, thank you so much for your comment. Seeing deers in Miyajima island is fun that makes feeling calm and peace. IAppreciated for your recommendation, happy to hear you enjoyed Hiroshima and Miyajima with me!
Thank you,
Pancho
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Con K
December 11, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour.
Pancho was a very informative guide, and his tour flexible with our interests. Local Hiroshima knowledge priceless. Highly recommended.
Operator response
Hi Con K,
Thank you for your 5-star review for Miyajima island tour! It was great to hear you enjoyed the tour with flexible arrangement due to guests interest and thank you for sharing your interest which boost our tour more memorable. I really enjoyed not only guiding, but also conversations during tour.
Thanks again for your recommendation.
Have a nice trip!
Pancho
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Mobile17463893095
October 22, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great visit to Itsukushima island
Great knowledge of the city and tour of Itsukushima island. Bit wet on the day we did the tour, but Pancho took his time and showed us all places
Operator response
Thank you lulia for your feedback. It was raining a bit, but we made our tour memorable with all of yours support. Thanks for photos!
Have safe trip!
Pancho
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Cathrine_S
October 3, 2024 · via Viator
Exploring Miyajima with Pancho
It was all wonderful! The guide Pancho provided a lot of information - both historical and current - about the torii gate, shrine, and Daisho-in temple, as well as Miyajima island itself. Definitely recommend the tour and Pancho to others.
Operator response
Thanks Cathrine for your 5-star review and recommendation! It was pleasure to share my favorite place in Miyajima, story about Hiroshima city in the tour. I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it!
Thanks again, have a nice trip!
Pancho(Tetsuo)
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X3626TUtheg
September 10, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Hiroshima
It was a last minute booking but it's all worth it. Along with our 11 year old son we had a full day tour in peace memorial park and Miyajima island.
Historical Significance (5/5): Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park, the Atomic Bomb Dome, and the Peace Memorial Museum offer profound insights into the impact of World War II and the importance of peace. The historical context is deeply moving and educational. Pancho has an excellent knowledge and was able to show us places that you wouldn't know if you if you do it yourself kind of thing.
Miyajima island experience is also great , not rushed and we took a lot of beautiful photos. Pancho took us to specialty restaurant and it was a great experience. It was my son's birthday and Pancho gifted him a personalised chopsticks which he really loved.
Tour Organization (5/5): Tours are well-organized, with clear itineraries and knowledgeable guides. Pancho let us choose which places we are interested. We'll do this again in the future.
Thank you Pancho.
Operator response
Hello the G,
Thank you so much for your 5-star review which discribe the tour we spend together in Hiroshima/Miyajima. It is always memorable moment to me(and yours!) to having guest and guiding my hometown and that day was something special because your son's birthday. I love to hear that he loves chopsticks with his name in Japanese/English, and I love Japanese sword keychain from him too!
I also really appreciated you mentioned tour itself with details, thank you so much!
I'm looking forward to seeing you again in near future!
Thanks again,
Pancho
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Daniel_D
September 5, 2024 · via Viator
It was everything I thought it would be and then some!
It was a great experience from the start, as I learned how the train system works ect. My guide pointed out the best place to stand on the ferry for photographic reasons. We visited several Shrines and all my questions were answered. It’s a beautiful island with beautiful things to see. All in all just a great experience and can highly recommend it.
Operator response
Thank you Daniel, for great review/recommendations. It was pleasure to get a lot of questions that what I am here and boost tours more fun! It was great to meeting you and glad you enjoyed the tour.
Thanks again,
Pancho
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debcP9680SK
August 25, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Bucket List Tick
Amazing trip, photos were incredible, on my bucket list to travel. Well organised and accomodating, really enjoyed listening to his stories thank you
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Operator response
Thank you Deb C, for your comment and photos which very beautiful! I'm glad you made it one of your bucket list done. It was great time to me sharing my family, Hiroshima stories and lot of things through our conversations.
Thanks again,
Pancho
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Emiliano_A
August 15, 2024 · via Viator
The best trip of my life
Miyajima Island is probably one of the most interesting places of Japan, full of wonderful temples, shrines and deers. The guide, Pancho, did litterally everything to make my trip perfect and unforgettable. He told me many things about the history of Miyajima and Hiroshima. He showed me the most beautiful places on the island and he took me many photos.
I sincerely suggest everyone to join this trip.
Operator response
Thank you Emiliano for your great review!
I really happy to hear this Miyajima trip was perfect and unforgettable moment of your Japan trip:-)
It's unique historical/spiritual island with a lot of fun things to see, thank you for positing beautiful photos that reminds me of tour we had.
Thanks again for your commend and recommendation to this tour!
Pancho
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