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. 09:30 Meet up ＠Ujina Port
- 2. 11:00 ＠Miyajima
- 3. 12:30 Lunch@Grilled Oyster Hayashi
- 4. 14:40 @Peace Memorial Museum・Peace Park
- 5. 16:00 Disband@Ujina Port
Title: What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Day Tour from a Cruise Port Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
The ship arrived at 9:00 (with a requested meeting time of 10:00) and departed at 17:00, so the guests agreed in advance that the tour would run for six hours, from 10:00 to 16:00. For the sake of time efficiency, they also agreed to use the Setouchi Sea Line ferry and a taxi, and we began the tour. The guests had thought that transportation costs were included in the tour fee and remarked that they had already paid a large amount, but after confirming the details on the spot, they understood and were satisfied. On the boat, as often happens these days, the conversation turned to politics and economics. Due to the time constraints, I had not made a lunch reservation, but since everyone enjoyed oysters, right after arriving on Miyajima I took them to a place serving grilled oyster hayashi, telling them, "There's no line right now." They said it was the most delicious oyster they had ever eaten, and it was very well received. They were also delighted to have the good fortune of witnessing a Noh performance dedicated at Itsukushima Shrine. At the Peace Memorial Park, the guests viewed everything quite seriously, and in the end they told me it had been "a very fulfilling experience," which was a relief to hear.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Other | Ujina～Miyajima | 1,150JPY |
| Section 2 | Ferry | Miyajima～Miyajimaguchi | 200JPY |
| Section 3 | Train | Miyajimaguchi～Hiroshima Station | 420JPY |
| Section 4 | Bus | Hiroshima Station～Peace Memorial Museum-mae | 240JPY |
| Section 5 | Bus | Fukuromachi～Ujina Port | 240JPY |
| Total | 2,250JPY | ||
Hi, I’m Kahori, a nationally licensed tour guide, and delighted to show people around this area. For the past almost 10 years, I have mainly guided foreign medical professionals around Hiroshima City and Miyajima, gaining a deep understanding of the effects of radiation and the support for A-bomb survivors.
Hiroshima is a city of rivers and the sea. Along the rivers Cherry trees line, and the calm Seto Inland Sea, dotted with islands, creates a stunning landscape. Also, the sea has many islands called “art islands” which have fantastic arts relating to the art festival “Setouchi Triennale”. In addition to our two World Heritage Sites, this area is rich in attractive resources. I hope many of you will come and experience this fascinating land. Personally, I am very passionate about modern art and enjoy sports like stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) on our rivers.
I look forward to meeting you, interacting with you, and also, learning from you!
Oct 6, 2025
DJ C
We visited the atomic bomb museum, Hiroshima castle, a beautiful garden, and shrines and Torrey Gate.
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Oct 6, 2025
DJ C
We visited the atomic bomb museum, Hiroshima castle, a beautiful garden, and shrines and Torrey Gate.
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Kahori did an absolutely incredible job showing us around Hiroshima. Here knowledge was next level. She made the day so special and turned it into a day that will be a highlight of our entire trip. Hiroshima is breathtakingly beautiful and such an amazing place! Everyone should visit it!
Sep 23, 2025
lorrainel669
Awesome Hiroshima
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
The tour was fantastic. It covered everything…
Sep 23, 2025
lorrainel669
Awesome Hiroshima
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
The tour was fantastic. It covered everything we wanted to see and more. It was very
informative and wasn’t rushed. Even when we struggled to understand things Kahori took
her time and explained in detail.
Jul 26, 2025
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Tracy_P
Outstanding Tour of Hiroshima with Kahori…
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Our tour of…
Jul 26, 2025
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Tracy_P
Outstanding Tour of Hiroshima with Kahori…
Viator review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
Our tour of Hiroshima with our guide, Kahori, was a wonderful experience and one of the highlights of our time in Japan. Kahori’s depth of knowledge during our visit to the Peace Park Museum, surrounding memorials and the A-Bomb Dome was impressive. My son who is on trip with me is a real history buff, thoroughly enjoyed learning about a difficult and somber time in Japanese history. We also had the opportunity to visit a former Japanese school which survived the bomb and became a relief center for those immediately impacted by the attack. Very moving. After visiting Hiroshima Castle, we rounded out our day with a lunch of Okonomiyaki (my new favorite Japanese dish). We laughed, told stories and had a wonderful time. I feel we now have a friend in Hiroshima. Kahori was personable, engaging and a genuinely warm person. If you visit Hiroshima and can request a guide for the day, you cannot go wrong with Kahori showing the way. Thank you, Kahori!
Jun 28, 2025
Fernando A
We knew the best of Hiroshima in 8 hrs
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed…
Jun 28, 2025
Fernando A
We knew the best of Hiroshima in 8 hrs
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
It is a walking tour. Kaori, our very kind guide, waited for us at our hotel. We had a nice 15 minutes walk to the Peace Memorial while she explained the monuments and memorials we passed by. She accompanied us inside the museum. We had a very traditional Hiroshima lunch. Then we went to Miyajima island, its shrines and temple. Fabulous experience.
Lots to walk, lots steps to climb. I ended up exhausted.