Hiroshima & Miyajima: UNESCO A-Bomb Dome & Itsukushima with Local

Hiroshima & Miyajima: UNESCO A-Bomb Dome & Itsukushima with Local

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About This Experience in Hiroshima

Experience Miyajima and Hiroshima on a fully private tour guided by Japanese local guides, including second-generation atomic bomb survivors, offering perspectives shaped by family history, cultural memory, and lived experience you won’t find in guidebooks. Begin your journey on Miyajima Island, home to the sacred Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover its spiritual traditions, symbolism, and timeless beauty while enjoying the island’s calm atmosphere and unhurried pace. Later, explore Hiroshima City, including the Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Your guide shares not only historical facts, but personal stories passed down through families—stories of loss, resilience, recovery, and hope. As a fully private tour, the itinerary is flexible and tailored to your interests, pace, and level of reflection. This experience is for travelers seeking more than sightseeing—an authentic, human understanding of Hiroshima and Miyajima.

Why Visit Hiroshima?

Hiroshima, Japan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Hiroshima provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Hiroshima

You can reach Hiroshima, Japan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city has excellent public transportation systems, including trains, subways, and buses. Taxis are widely available, and the transportation infrastructure is efficient and reliable.

What's Included

  • Tour photo datas
  • Live Local Tour Guide
  • Pick-up service on foot
  • Advance customization consultation
  • Entrance fee of Peace memorial Museum & Itsukushima shrine

What's Not Included

  • Basic (non-JR Pass users)
  • Optional: fast boats, direct boats or taxis (¥2300~¥8000/one way)
  • Any food or drink are not included
  • Tips

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Pick up on foot
  • This is a walking tour. We basically use public transportation
  • Transportation costs are excluded. Please pay by your own. This is cheaper and due to the Japanese regulation.
  • Transportation costs: ¥1380(basic) ~ ¥4500(optional direct boats), JR pass users ¥0~¥270. If you want or need taxies, the cost depends.
  • Not recommended for those who cannot walk long distances
  • Please do not participate if you have cold symptoms

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Pickup Time: 5 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

The tour departs from a hotel or train... 1 hour

The tour departs from a hotel or train station in Hiroshima City; the order of the tour can be changed between Miyajima and Peace Park to see the Floating Torii Gate. We use public transportation. Travel time to Miyajima is 1 hour.

A sacred spiritual island that has been called... 30 minutes

A sacred spiritual island that has been called the island of God and worshipped since ancient times.

The Torii Gate floats on the sea depending on the tide 15 minutes

The Torii Gate floats on the sea depending on the tide. Try to plan your visit around high tide.

Itsukushima Shrine, a World Heritage Site, is also... 20 minutes

Itsukushima Shrine, a World Heritage Site, is also a Japanese national treasure and is famous throughout the world as a shrine floating on the sea!

Miyajima's oldest, beautiful and unique temple with over 1200 years of history 40 minutes

Miyajima's oldest, beautiful and unique temple with over 1200 years of history. Lots to see and do.

Part of the Itsukusima shrine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, built in 16th century 15 minutes

Part of the Itsukusima shrine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, built in 16th century. Large halls and wall-less spaces are quiet and peaceful. Shogun Hideyoshi order to built.

You can find local specialties such as oysters,... 1 hour

You can find local specialties such as oysters, conger eel rice, momiji manju and souvenirs!

We will move toward Peace Memorial Park 1 hour

We will move toward Peace Memorial Park. Basically, we use a ferry, JR, or train. It takes about 1 hour. As an option, you can also take a direct boat (45 minutes) to Peace Memorial Park. Please check your email after booking for details.

Atomic Bomb Dome, a World Heritage Site 15 minutes

Atomic Bomb Dome, a World Heritage Site. A historical structure that conveys the devastation of the atomic bombing.

The atomic bomb exploded 600 meters above this hospital 15 minutes

The atomic bomb exploded 600 meters above this hospital. Standing here, you can experience the scene firsthand.

Learn about the facts of the atomic bombing... 20 minutes

Learn about the facts of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and the reconstruction of the city by visiting several monuments.

The museum exhibits a variety of photos and... 1 hour

The museum exhibits a variety of photos and documents, and provides a glimpse into the reality of radiation exposure.

The famous tragic story of one girl "SADAKO" 10 minutes

The famous tragic story of one girl "SADAKO". You can see many origami cranes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

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