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
- 11:20 a.m. Meet at the lobby of Hotel
- 11:50 a.m. Take a direct ferry to Miyajima Island
- 12:35 a.m. Arrive at Miyajima Island
- 12:45 p.m. Visit Itsukushima Shrine
- 1:30 p.m. Visit Daishoin Temple
- 2:30 p.m. Explore Shopping Street
- 3:20 p.m. Take the direct ferry back to the city center
- 4:05 p.m. Arrive at the pier near Peace Memorial Park
- 4:15 p.m. End of the tour at the entrance of Peace Memorial Museum
Tour Itinerary in Detail
This private tour of Hiroshima began at 11:20, when the guide met the guests at lobby of Hotel, and finished at 16:15. The day ran to 4 hours and 55 minutes from start to finish.
From there the group visited Take a direct ferry to Miyajima Island at 11:50, Miyajima Island at 00:35, Itsukushima Shrine at 12:45, Daishoin Temple at 13:30, Explore Shopping Street at 14:30, Take the direct ferry back to the city center at 15:20 and the pier near Peace Memorial Park at 16:05.
Travel between the sites was by public transport: Peace Memorial Park to Miyajima (2,400JPY). Across 1 sections the fare came to 2,400JPY per person.
What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were visitors from North America. They were traveling in Japan and other parts of Asia for about a month. From the moment we met, they were very friendly and conversation flowed naturally. Some of the guests were interested in Japanese culture and others in history, so I received many questions, and while also learning about the culture and language of their home region, it became a warm and enjoyable tour. Since it was a special trip, I took many photos of the guests at scenic spots. As their stay in Hiroshima was only for the day, they wished to see the Peace Memorial Museum as well, so I saw them to the museum entrance and ended the tour there. It was very memorable that one of the guests noticed and picked up litter on the beach at Miyajima. It was an honor to guide these wonderful guests on their special trip.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Other | Peace Memorial Park～Miyajima | 2,400JPY |
| Total | 2,400JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this Hiroshima tour start and finish?
The guide met the guests at lobby of Hotel at 11:20, and the tour finished at of the tour at the entrance of Peace Memorial Museum at 16:15.
How long does the tour last?
About 4 hours and 55 minutes in total, from 11:20 to 16:15.
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited Take a direct ferry to Miyajima Island, Miyajima Island, Itsukushima Shrine, Daishoin Temple, Explore Shopping Street, Take the direct ferry back to the city center and the pier near Peace Memorial Park.
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 2,400JPY per person across 1 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?
Mari 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.
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.
Jul 27, 2026
Jen_S21
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
The highlight of our trip!
Mari was an excellent…
Jul 27, 2026
Jen_S21
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
The highlight of our trip!
Mari was an excellent guide and really was the highlight of our 17 day Japan trip. She had great information about Hiroshima, the history and culture. I had selected a start time for the tour but she reached out to recommend a slightly earlier start so we could hit the tide schedule just right for Miyajima Island, which I really appreciated. She also had recommendations for stuff to see and foods to eat. As we took a short break from all the walking, she told us the story of Sadako and the paper cranes, then showed us how to fold our own paper crane and had a bag we could put it in to take it home. It made for a wonderful souvenir. I would HIGHLY recommend this tour, especially if you are lucky enough to get Mari as your guide!
Jul 26, 2026
Celine B
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide
A faire
Une belle visite, bcp d’émotions.
Mari a été…
Jul 26, 2026
Celine B
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide
A faire
Une belle visite, bcp d’émotions.
Mari a été une super guide et nous a permis de mieux comprendre ce quil s’est passé ici. Merci à elle
やるべきこと
とても素晴らしい見学でした。たくさんの感動がありました。
Mariさんはとても素晴らしいガイドで、この場所で何が起こったのかをより深く理解できるように案内してくださいました。ありがとうございました。
Jun 25, 2026
Bill_C
Viator review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
My son and I really…
My son and I really…
Jun 25, 2026
Bill_C
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My son and I really…
My son and I really enjoyed our tour with our tour guide Mari. She was extremely
knowledgeable and engaging. We felt like she went above and beyond to ensure a good
experience.
Jun 22, 2026
Beth W
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Mari is a fantastic guide for your Visit…
Jun 22, 2026
Beth W
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Mari is a fantastic guide for your Visit to Hiroshima!!
Mari was a fantastic guide !!! I hope you get her when you book this tour!!! She is charming and quite knowledgeable . We had some poignant moments at the peace park and such interesting insights into the Japanese culture and history. She knows the ins and outs taking us a bit off the beaten track as requested. And we had a great lunch !!!! The traditional Japanese layered pancake whose name I cannot spell. I look forward some day to returning and meeting up again with dear Mari!