This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Tour Itinerary
- 9:35 Meet up @ Hiroshima Station
- 10:00 Miyajima, Itsukushima Shrine, Omotesando Shopping Street, shopping, lunch @ Kurawanka
- 14:15 Peace Park, Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Museum
- 16:30 Stop by Hiroshima Castle, photograph the castle from outside the moat
- 17:00 Tour ends @ Hiroshima Station
Title: What's a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Tour Like for Guests Needing Wheelchair Access? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were a group living in North America who visited Japan and requested slow-paced travel and a chartered car, so before the tour we exchanged many messages via a messaging app to arrange the vehicle and other details. Because a car arranged through [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) was not available on Monday, I introduced a taxi company I knew and chartered a large van, and in addition to the wheelchair the guests brought, I arranged in advance for the taxi company to lend an extra wheelchair as well. While talking in the car, the guests mentioned they wanted to eat okonomiyaki, so as soon as we arrived at Miyajima I was able to book directly at an okonomiyaki restaurant along the way. We returned from Itsukushima Shrine in time for the reservation and everyone lined up in a row in front of the teppan to eat. Watching the food cooked on the teppan is enjoyable, so it seemed to please the guests. After enjoying Miyajima with oysters, local Miyajima beer, momiji manju, and buying a Totoro plush at a shop with Studio Ghibli goods, we headed to the Peace Park. The Peace Park is also large for those with difficulty walking, so we traveled by car as much as possible, moving by car from the Atomic Bomb Dome to the Peace Memorial Museum. On the way back we took photos of Hiroshima Castle from outside the moat and returned to Hiroshima Station to end the tour. They were a very kind group, and I had a wonderful time as well.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Other | Hiroshima Station～Within Hiroshima City ⇔ Within Hatsukaichi City | 0JPY |
| Total | 0JPY | ||
As a Hiroshima government-certified English-speaking guide, I’ve led over 160 heartfelt tours for guests from around the world. I craft each experience with care, blending history, humor, and emotional resonance to help you connect deeply with this beautiful city and its stories. I love sharing insights about Hiroshima and Japan, but I also enjoy chatting with my guests as if we were friends, learning about each other along the way and creating meaningful moments together. Every tour becomes a unique exchange, shaped by the people I meet. I look forward to welcoming you and guiding you in Hiroshima.
Sep 24, 2025
Paige_M
Lovely and Educational Tour of Hiroshima
Viator review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
Our guide for this…
Sep 24, 2025
Paige_M
Lovely and Educational Tour of Hiroshima
Viator review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
Our guide for this tour was Tomoyo- to say she was wonderful is an understatement! She picked us up right at the train station and helped us navigate all that Hiroshima has to offer- providing education on World War II, while also showing us how beautiful the city is in its own right. We really enjoyed the Peace Museum and Hiroshima Castle. Highly recommend!
May 8, 2025
Smatty68
Tomoyo was a star guide
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
We really enjoyed our…
May 8, 2025
Smatty68
Tomoyo was a star guide
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
We really enjoyed our one day tour of Hiroshima. Tomoyo, our guide, was very sensitive to
our needs and requirements. She went out of her way to make sure we had a really
interesting day. She has a great sense of humour and we enjoyed her company.
Apr 29, 2025
Josh_H
Amazing experience and very grateful for my tour guide Tomoyo
Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed…
Apr 29, 2025
Josh_H
Amazing experience and very grateful for my tour guide Tomoyo
Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
I honestly had an amazing time. I am so grateful for my guide, Tomoyo. I travelled alone
and despite us finishing the exhibits early, Tomoyo had amazing additional options at the
ready. I highly recommend going on this experience. You will absolutely not regret it.
Apr 29, 2025
Chloe_O
The best day in Japan with Tomoyo!
Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Tomoyo was…
Apr 29, 2025
Chloe_O
The best day in Japan with Tomoyo!
Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Tomoyo was the best tour guide ever! We had a brilliant day travelling around Miya Jima and Hiroshima. Her knowledge of the history of each place and the cultural traditions is amazing. We had such a lovely time it was one if the best days of our whole Japan trip! Everything was seamless from start to finish. Thank you so much Tomoyo!