Hiroshima in One Day: Hiroshima Station — Guide Minori
December, 2024
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.
Tour Itinerary
- 8:00 Meet at Hotel
- 8:30 Hiroshima Station
- 9:30 Miyajima, Itsukushima Shrine, Great Torii Gate, Momijidani Park, Shopping Street
- 11:40 Lunch
- 13:10 Miyajimaguchi
- 13:55 Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
- 14:20 Peace Memorial Museum
- 15:00 Tour ends
Title: What's a Private Day Tour of Miyajima and Hiroshima Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were visitors from South America. When we met in the morning, I asked whether they would prefer to visit Miyajima at high tide or low tide, and since they preferred high tide, we started the tour from Miyajima. Although it was cold in the morning, it gradually warmed up, and in the pleasant weather they seemed to enjoy the scenery of Miyajima and the autumn foliage. Since it was the perfect season for autumn leaves, I also took them to Momijidani (Maple Valley). One of the guests enjoyed photography, and they took many photos in various spots and had a wonderful time. At the Peace Memorial Park, they spoke about peace and about the atomic bombing, and I felt that they held thoughts on these matters from many different perspectives. They expressed gratitude that the atomic bombing of Hiroshima had become an opportunity for people around the world to think deeply about the possession of nuclear weapons. Since they were staying in Hiroshima for a few more days, I recommended some sightseeing spots and restaurants before ending the tour.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Hiroshima Station～Miyajima | 420JPY |
| Section 2 | Ferry | Miyajimaguchi～Miyajima | 200JPY |
| Section 3 | Ferry | Miyajima～Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park | 1,100JPY |
| Total | 1,720JPY | ||
Hi there! I’m Minori, your local guide in Hiroshima.
I’ve called Hiroshima home for most of my life, and I have been a guide since 2019. My tours are centered on flexibility; I love listening closely to your interests to craft a personalized, high-quality experience just for you.
My life has been a journey of deep exploration, as I have a passion for fully immersing myself in whatever sparks my curiosity. Whether it is graduating from a kimono-making school, building a professional career in accounting, or refining my skills in nail art and makeup, I have always committed myself wholeheartedly to mastering new fields. I am also a dedicated language learner, with experience in English, Spanish, and Russian. I love weaving these diverse professional and personal experiences into our tours to offer you a unique and memorable time. I truly look forward to meeting you in Hiroshima!
Sep 25, 2026
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Sep 25, 2026
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Tripadvisor review: Miyajima Half-Day Customized Tour with Licensed Local Guide
We were a group of 3 and had a wonderful tour to Miyajima Island with our guide Menori. Menori picked us up from our hotel and helped us with trains and ferries, making travel seamless. She had a bubbly personality, was easy to talk to and very informative, on aspects of the island and Japanese life. I highly recommend this tour and Menori as a guide.
Sep 24, 2026
778eliay
Uma descoberta, uma experiência inesquecível de Hiroshima
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
A guia…
Sep 24, 2026
778eliay
Uma descoberta, uma experiência inesquecível de Hiroshima
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
A guia Minori Tanaka, muito simpática e gentil nos apresentou Hiroshima de modo prazeroso e com informações completas, tornando nosso tour uma experiência inesquecível.
Muito obrigada Minori!!
広島での素晴らしい発見、忘れられない体験
ガイドの田中みのりさんは、とても親しみやすく優しい方で、楽しく分かりやすく広島を案内してくださいました。豊富な情報を交えながら丁寧に説明してくださり、私たちにとって忘れられない素晴らしいツアーになりました。
みのりさん、本当にありがとうございました！！
Sep 20, 2026
texas925
Great tour & experience!
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
This was such an amazing…
Sep 20, 2026
texas925
Great tour & experience!
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
This was such an amazing tour! Minori our guide was sooo knowledgeable and made this trip so memorable. It was VERY crowded bc we happened to pick a holiday week🤦🏻♀️ But it was so worth it and Minori navigated those crowds like a pro! No way we would have learned as much as we did and gotten to see everything in one day if we didn’t have her guiding us! Highly recommend.
Sep 5, 2026
Coastal42134850983
Day tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
Minori was a…
Sep 5, 2026
Coastal42134850983
Day tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
Minori was a lovely guide. She met us at our hotel and planned a very informative day in Hiroshima and Miyajima. She gave us insights into the events on August 4th 1945, as well as ensuring we had plenty of time for reading information, asking questions and taking photos. We went to a hidden gem for a delicious lunch before taking us on the fast ferry to Miyajima. We learnt the protocol for visiting a shrine. We enjoying sitting having a beer and sharing stories. We did a circular tour of important places in Hiroshima with a lovely guide.