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
- 9:05 Meet (Ujina Port Pier 5)
- Take a taxi to Ujina Port
- 9:24 Depart Hiroden Ujina-kaigan-dori
- 10:00 Arrive Hiroden Genbaku Dome-mae
- Visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, Mobilized Students Memorial Tower, Hypocenter, Orizuru Tower, Aioi Bridge, Peace Bell, Children's Peace Monument, Rest House, Flame of Peace, Memorial Cenotaph for Atomic Bomb Victims, and Museum
- 13:00 Lunch
- 14:00 Depart Hiroden Kamiyacho-nishi
- 14:20 Arrive Hiroshima Station
- 14:25 Pokemon Center
- 15:10 Depart Hiroshima Bus in front of Hiroshima Station
- 15:35 Arrive Hiroshima bus stop in front of the Cycling Stadium
- Walk to Ujina Port Pier 5
- 15:45 Commemorative photo, greetings, then farewell
Tour Itinerary in Detail
Over the course of the day the route took in Hiroden Ujina-kaigan-dori at 9:24, Hiroden Genbaku Dome-mae at 10:00, Hiroden Kamiyacho-nishi at 14:00, Hiroshima Station at 14:20, Pokemon Center at 14:25, Hiroshima Bus in front of Hiroshima Station at 15:10, Hiroshima bus stop in front of the Cycling Stadium at 15:35 and Commemorative photo, greetings, then farewell at 15:45.
Travel between the sites was by public transport: Hiroshima Port (Ujina) to Genbaku Dome-mae／Hiroshima Electric Railway Bus by train (240JPY); Kamiyacho-nishi to Hiroshima Station by train (240JPY); Hiroshima Station／Hiroshima Bus to Cycling Stadium-mae／Hiroshima Bus by bus (240JPY). Across 3 sections the fare came to 720JPY per person.
What's a Private Cruise Port Tour of Hiroshima Like from Ujina Port? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were a group visiting from North America who arrived at Ujina Port aboard a large cruise ship, so I went to the port to meet them. More than 2,400 passengers were on board, so I was a little worried about whether we would be able to find each other, but because we had communicated frequently beforehand, we met right away and greeted each other warmly.
At first, the guests had hoped to visit the Peace Memorial Park and Miyajima, but they needed to be back on the cruise ship by 16:30. I presented an itinerary, but considering the heat and the crowds, they decided it would be difficult, and instead of Miyajima they asked me to take them to the Pokémon Center at Hiroshima Station to surprise and delight the group.
At the Peace Memorial Park, everyone listened intently and asked many questions. The museum was extremely crowded, but since they had purchased web tickets in advance, I used the waiting time to explain the photographs we were about to see so that no time would be wasted. Everyone did their best to fold paper cranes, and we were able to offer them at the Children's Peace Monument.
For lunch they enjoyed okonomiyaki, saying it was very delicious.
When we went to the Pokémon Center, their eyes lit up, and they bought so much that it could barely fit in the basket, and we took commemorative photos in front of the Pokémon displays.
We were able to catch the return bus as planned and I safely delivered them back within the designated time. At the end, I joined them for a commemorative photo, and we said goodbye with a hug. They were a very close-knit group, and it was a pleasure to guide them.
Click here for more details: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Hiroshima Port (Ujina)～Genbaku Dome-mae／Hiroshima Electric Railway Bus | 240JPY |
| Section 2 | Train | Kamiyacho-nishi～Hiroshima Station | 240JPY |
| Section 3 | Bus | Hiroshima Station／Hiroshima Bus～Cycling Stadium-mae／Hiroshima Bus | 240JPY |
| Total | 720JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited Hiroden Ujina-kaigan-dori, Hiroden Genbaku Dome-mae, Hiroden Kamiyacho-nishi, Hiroshima Station, Pokemon Center, Hiroshima Bus in front of Hiroshima Station, Hiroshima bus stop in front of the Cycling Stadium and Commemorative photo, greetings, then farewell.
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 720JPY per person across 3 sections. Transport fares are paid by the guests and are not included in the guiding fee.
Is the guide licensed, and what language is the tour in?
Kazuha is a government-licensed national guide-interpreter of Japan and guided this tour in English. Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.) works with more than 1,000 licensed guides across all 47 prefectures. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Can the itinerary be changed for my own trip?
Yes. This report describes one private tour as it actually ran. Every Hiroshima itinerary is built around the guests, so the places, the pace and the starting point can all be changed before the tour.
Hi! I am Kazuha from Onomichi City in Hiroshima Prefecture. Please call me Kazu chan. I was a teacher for 37 years, and retired last year. After that, I traveled a lot, and met a guide who made my travel much more interesting than other travel. It has become a life-time memory. So I decided to be an interpreter guide to help foreign tourists. I would love to help you to make your travel more interesting and exciting!
I have guided Onomichi, and two World Cultural Heritage sites :Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, and Miyajima. Onomichi is my hometown and the starting point for the Shimanami-kaido to Shikoku Island. It prospered from the 12th century to the 19th century, and was not bombed during the war. So we can still enjoy finding unique Japanese culture while walking. Let’s explore Hiroshima and make your travel special!
Jul 26, 2025
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A+++
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
We absolutely loved our tour in Hiroshima with…
Jul 26, 2025
R3976LRjennaw
A+++
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
We absolutely loved our tour in Hiroshima with Kazuha! She met us promptly and guided us all around the city using public transportation. She knew so many interesting facts that she shared with us and was so sweet to our children. She went above and beyond coordinating a trip to Pokemon Center Hiroshima and got us back to the cruise ship on time. The lunch she booked for us was amazing and will definitely be locked in as a core memory. Thank you for making our trip special Kazuha! I will certainly book more tours through Japan Guide Agency in the future.
Jun 2, 2025
847lachlanc
A gem of a merchants town at the foot of stunning mountains by the sea
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Jun 2, 2025
847lachlanc
A gem of a merchants town at the foot of stunning mountains by the sea
Tripadvisor review: Onomichi Half-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
Onomichi is such an amazing place. Kazuha was extremely proud to present this lovely place of the world. I truly adore her passion for enriching the moments of travellers coming to this place. I learnt a lot about this merchant town from her, enjoyed the rich history and stunning views. I cannot implore people more to visit and enjoy Onomichi. If you have the pleasure of touring with Kazuha, I know you’ll have the best time. Thank you again!
May 25, 2025
Daniel_M
Religion and Peace
Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Our guide (Kazuha) was lovely! Very…
May 25, 2025
Daniel_M
Religion and Peace
Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Our guide (Kazuha) was lovely! Very knowledgeable and good fun. She took us for lunch in a
lovely family owned restaurant where we watched our food being created and cooked.
MiyaJima is a must and the Peace museum is sobering but important to visit. Great day!
May 22, 2025
Georgina B
Poignant and moving day with helpful guide
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Kazuha…
May 22, 2025
Georgina B
Poignant and moving day with helpful guide
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Kazuha our guide was very accommodating to our limited mobility and energy. She was great with facts and interesting quizzes and emotionally sensitive with such a challenging topic as the atomic bomb on Hiroshima.
I found making a paper crane under her guidance to be particularly poignant and enjoyed hearing about her life and sharing with her about Australia in World War II as well.
I didn’t want to say goodbye.