Hiroshima in One Day: Peace Memorial & Itsukushima Shrine — Guide Mari

What's a Private Hiroshima and Miyajima Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report

The guests were visitors from North America. From the moment we met, they were very warm and we quickly became comfortable with each other, making it a very enjoyable tour. They told me that Hiroshima had not originally been part of their plans, but they became very interested in its history and, especially given the current state of world affairs, felt it was important to visit, so they added it to their itinerary. Having heard that the museum gets very crowded, they requested to start 30 minutes earlier, and thanks to starting early we were able to tour while avoiding the crowds. That day was so busy that tickets sold out, so I was truly glad we were able to view everything at a relaxed pace. Since one of the guests had back pain and needed occasional rest, we proceeded with the tour while taking seated breaks as needed. They also loved photography and took many pictures, telling me that they always make a photo book of their travels so they can look at it when they gather with friends. At the Peace Park, they were astonished by how overwhelming it was, far beyond what they had imagined. They listened intently and asked many questions. It was striking how they repeatedly said that something like this must never happen again. When we folded paper cranes together, they were surprised at how much more difficult it was than expected, and when I gave them an illustrated guide on how to make them, they were delighted and said they would make them together with their colleagues. At Miyajima, they first enjoyed oysters and shopping along the shopping street and were very pleased. At Daisho-in Temple, they said that although they had visited many temples since coming to Japan, this one was the most meaningful and their favorite because they could take part in hands-on experiences. We visited Itsukushima Shrine in accordance with the tide, and they were delighted, saying its beauty far exceeded their imagination and was wonderful. At the end of the tour, they thanked me warmly and repeatedly, saying it felt like being with old friends, that it was so much fun, that it was the best trip, and that they were truly glad they had come to Hiroshima. It was a true honor to serve as their guide.

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Tour Report by Mari

Hello. My name is Mari.
I am a certified local tour guide in Hiroshima.

I was born and grew up in Hiroshima until I entered in a university in Tokyo.
After 6 years in Tokyo, I came back to Hiroshima because I really love my hometown and wanted to spend the rest of my life here.

Hiroshima is very comfortable city to live in and rich in nature.
I am so happy that I have been able to raise my kids here.

Hiroshima is absolutely full of beautiful and historically important places and also the great food.
I am so excited to introduce the wonderful experiences here in Hiroshima and hope you will come to love this place, too.
Look forward to meeting you.