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
- 9:30 Pick up at the lobby of Hotel Kuretake-so Hiroshima Otemachi
- Travel by city tram (9:46-10:03)
- 10:00-10:45 Shukkeien Garden (approx. 45 min)
- Travel by bus (10:54-11:01) Maple-loop
- 11:00-12:30 Peace Park and Museum (approx. 90 min)
- 12:30-13:30 Lunch (approx. 60 min) Nonta Sushi
- Travel by World Heritage Sea Route (14:00-14:45)
- 14:45- Miyajima sightseeing (including Itsukushima Shrine)
- Travel to the hotel by ferry and city tram
- 16:10 Miyajima Port 16:33 Miyajimaguchi
- 16:44 Miyajimaguchi 17:35 Chudenmae
What Is a Private Day Tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
In the morning it rained, so we toured Shukkeien Garden, Peace Memorial Park, and the museum while carrying umbrellas. I explained in advance that having an ICOCA card would make getting around convenient and showed where one could be obtained, and the guests were very grateful when we met. The guests viewed the museum with great interest. Since the guests said they would like sushi for lunch, I guided them to a conveyor-belt sushi restaurant near Peace Memorial Park, but it turned out to be different from what they had expected and they did not eat very much, which I truly regretted. In Miyajima, I guided them around Itsukushima Shrine, arranged a sake tasting, and helped with souvenir shopping. As the guests stayed overnight in Hiroshima and were unsure where to have dinner, I recommended an Italian restaurant near the Hotel and called to make a reservation, which they were very pleased about.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Chudenmae～Shukkeien-mae | 240JPY |
| Section 2 | Bus | Shukkeien-mae～Genbaku Dome-mae | 240JPY |
| Section 3 | Other | Peace Park～Miyajima | 1,100JPY |
| Section 4 | Train | Miyajimaguchi～Chudenmae | 240JPY |
| Total | 1,820JPY | ||
Hello, I’m Kyoko, a certified regional interpreter-guide for Hiroshima Prefecture. I was born, educated, and worked in Hiroshima while raising my children, and I absolutely love this city. I have a deep interest in learning about history and culture, and I enjoy exploring the city and trying out local foods. Meeting people from diverse backgrounds and chatting with them brings me great joy, so I’m really looking forward to helping make your trip to Hiroshima a wonderful and memorable experience.
Hiroshima is home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Atomic Bomb Dome and Itsukushima Shrine. The Atomic Bomb Dome is a poignant reminder of history, standing gracefully within a beautiful park. Walking through the park together, we can reflect on the powerful message of peace it conveys. Itsukushima Shrine, famous for its red torii gate floating in the sea, is located on a picturesque island. It’s a place where you can enjoy a truly relaxing and serene time.
I can also guide you to other popular tourist destinations, help you enjoy Hiroshima’s local delicacies such as okonomiyaki, oysters, and conger eel, or assist you with shopping.
I will do my utmost to ensure that your trip to Hiroshima becomes a wonderful and unforgettable memory.
May 20, 2026
629reniea
Miyajima Island
Tripadvisor review: Miyajima Half-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Hi Kyoko
We are very sad to hear about…
May 20, 2026
629reniea
Miyajima Island
Tripadvisor review: Miyajima Half-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Hi Kyoko
We are very sad to hear about the fire but grateful to share the longevity drink with you. We Thankyou for a wonderful experience on Miyajima Island and for all your planning and emails before our tour. We could not ask for a better tour guide. It made our day very enjoyable and we hope you will come to see us in Australia.
We wish you and family all the very best Kyoko and that you continue to share your knowledge and passion of your beautiful country with many more visitors to the island.
Kindest regards
Renie,Snow,Jan,Chris,Morelle and Dave
May 8, 2026
Jan S
We were blessed with perfect weather and the perfect guide. Kyoko was knowledgeable, patient, polite, fun, sense humour
Tripadvisor review:…
May 8, 2026
Jan S
We were blessed with perfect weather and the perfect guide. Kyoko was knowledgeable, patient, polite, fun, sense humour
Tripadvisor review: Miyajima Half-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
We had perfect weather and guide. Kyoko was knowledgeable, sense of humour, polite,
helpful and considerate.
Apr 9, 2026
dianne321
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Emotional and confronting
Moving experience with amazing guide Kyoko.…
Apr 9, 2026
dianne321
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Emotional and confronting
Moving experience with amazing guide Kyoko. Kyoko met us at the cruise terminal and took us to the Peace Museum, Dome, and Peace Park. We then went to Mijama Island and back to cruise port. We were a group of four senior citizens and Kyoko was so kind and caring and made sure we made it back to the port safely. Kyoko was very informative and taught us so much about Japan. We even had a picnic (Hamani) under the cherry blossom trees with Kyoko. We had a very memorable day in Hiroshima which has left lasting impressions on us.
We would highly recommend this tour and our amazing guide Kyoko.
Mar 26, 2026
Carmen Maria S
Great afternoon at Hiroshima❤️
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
Kyoko was an excellent…
Mar 26, 2026
Carmen Maria S
Great afternoon at Hiroshima❤️
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
Kyoko was an excellent tour guide. We had a lovely afternoon at Hiroshima and ended with
a relaxed hot tea!