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
- 1. 12:27 Meet up Hiroshima Station
- 2. 12:50 Travel Hiroshima Station→Shukkeien Garden
- 3. 13:15 Stay Shukkeien Garden
- 4. 14:10 Travel Shukkeien Garden→Hiroshima Castle
- 5. 14:25 Stay Hiroshima Castle
- 6. 15:00 Travel Hiroshima Castle→Peace Park
- 7. 15:20 Stay Peace Park
- 8. 16:35 Travel Peace Park→Hiroshima Station
- 9. 17:00 Disband Hiroshima Station
Title: What Is a Private Afternoon Tour of Hiroshima Like as a Day Trip from Osaka? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from Asia. This was an afternoon tour as a day trip from Osaka. Late the night before the tour, the group asked me to recommend some vegetarian-friendly restaurants, and I shared a few options, but just before the tour they asked instead for something quick and easy to eat. So after they arrived, I showed them some options they could eat and they made their purchases. They were able to eat slowly while enjoying the view of a garden, and they seemed satisfied. Since one of the guests needed to take things gently, I stayed mindful of our walking pace throughout, taking breaks and walking slowly. While arranging the tour, I discussed transportation with the group, who were considerate of one another, but public transportation was difficult to use, and with a taxi we would have had to walk quite a bit just to catch one, and since it was a group of several people, I was quite unsure of what to do along the way. I had originally planned to take a bus to Shukkeien Garden, but since we ended up going to buy lunch, the route changed on short notice. Chartering a large taxi might have been an option, but some in the group did not mind walking at all, so I really felt this was a difficult decision. I was glad that at the end the guests told me they had a wonderful time.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Other | Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Platform～Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Platform | 150JPY |
| Section 2 | Bus | Peace Park Front～Hiroshima Station | 240JPY |
| Total | 390JPY | ||
Hello, my name is Namitsu Katayama. I’m from Hiroshima. It would be my pleasure to show you around Hiroshima, the place which I love so much.
Hiroshima is beautiful, interesting and fun! I would be happy if you could enjoy our tour, and I hope that it will make you want to visit Hiroshima again in the future. I hope you will like our local food and Hiroshima specialties, too.
I look forward to talking with you. I would be delighted if I could help you deepen your understanding of Japan and come to love it even more.
I love travelling and enjoy both domestic and international travel. I would like to make use of my experience to be able to respond flexibly to your requests. If you have any questions or requests, please feel free to contact me.
May 30, 2026
wheatbreadmartin
Tripadvisor review: Onomichi Half-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
Off the beaten path with a great guide!
Our guide, Namitsu, was…
May 30, 2026
wheatbreadmartin
Tripadvisor review: Onomichi Half-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
Off the beaten path with a great guide!
Our guide, Namitsu, was kind, friendly, knowledgeable, and well prepared. She guided us through Onomichi. She explained the history of the town and guided us through its attractions, including many Buddhist shrines and a sky lift to an observation point. There’s a cat shrine, too. She found us a great place for ramen, and helped us with connections. We loved seeing the city with her.
After the fast pace of Tokyo and Osaka, our side trip to Onomichi was refreshingly calm. But bring your walking shoes!
Apr 10, 2026
165bozenam
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
A fascinating and highly recommended tour.
We had a…
Apr 10, 2026
165bozenam
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
A fascinating and highly recommended tour.
We had a fascinating day with Namitsu. Namitsu, met us at the Shinkansen platform and was very helpful in getting our voluminous luggage stored, making sure we made the most of our day in comfort and that we got on to the right platform and train for our onward journey to Kyoto. She was very informative, teaching us about the religious practices at Shinto and Buddhist shrines as well as the the history of Miyajima. Despite terrible weather we had a wonderful day at this most beautiful place. She also found us a gorgeous place for lunch there. Hiroshima was very moving. Namitsu was a font of knowledge. I am so glad we had her with us to take us round the Peace Park and explain the event , the aftermath and the memorials, particularly the monument for peace to commemorate Sadako Sasaki and the thousands of child victims of the atomic bomb. The Museum itself was very crowded and it was hard to see the photographs and exhibits through the throng, so having Namitsu’s guidance before going to the musuem was invaluable. Namitsu also organised for us to savour a typical Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki. Namitsu is a lovely lady and I would highly recommend this tour.
Jul 28, 2025
Reggie_R
This tour was a great way…
Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
This tour was…
Jul 28, 2025
Reggie_R
This tour was a great way…
Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
This tour was a great way to make to the most of our time in Hiroshima. We learned so much, had amazing food, and were able to see the beautiful Itsukushima-jinja on Miyajima Island. Hiroshima would not have been as impactful if it weren’t for our incredibly knowledgeable tour guide, Nami. This is definitely a part of Japan that having a tour guide makes the experience 10x better.
Apr 1, 2025
ruthl654
Great guide!
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Namitsu was a wonderful guide. She was…
Apr 1, 2025
ruthl654
Great guide!
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Namitsu was a wonderful guide. She was very knowledgeable and answered all our
questions. I appreciated her deep knowledge about the a bomb attack and her guiding us
through the museum.