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
- 12:45@Hotel Suite Hiroshima Hakushima
- 13:34@JR Shin-Hakushima
- 13:58@JR Miyajimaguchi
- 14:10@Miyajima Port
- 14:30@Itsukushima Shrine – Daigan-ji Temple
- 15:45 Lunch@Suihaso
- 16:45@Omotesando Shopping Street
- 17:00@JR Miyajimaguchi
- 17:30@JR Shin-Hakushima Station
- 17:45 Disband@Intersection in front of the hotel
What Is a Private Miyajima Island Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests visited from Europe. The day before, they had gone to Koyasan, and since they could not walk long distances, they wanted to relax on the island. They were not very interested in shopping either. So we went out to the beach, enjoyed the sea breeze while walking, and I guided them slowly through Itsukushima Shrine. Even the tour of the grounds of Daiganji Temple was done while sitting on a bench.
Since they wished to have a relaxed meal, I introduced them to a quiet restaurant where they could enjoy a traditional Japanese atmosphere. On the tatami floor of an old traditional house, they ordered a Japanese set meal and Miyajima beer. They said it was delicious and finished everything.
Because of the time of day, I chose shaved ice rather than a meal, but the guests insisted, so they treated me. They even gave me a lovely keychain souvenir from Europe. Feeling that it would not be right to only receive, I gave them chopsticks engraved with their name as a token of thanks, which they were delighted with.
At Miyajima, it seemed they had come expecting a quiet, remote island where they could relax, but everywhere was crowded, and some of the guests looked especially disappointed. As someone used to it, I felt it was still relatively calm since it was before the high season. However, the boat, the approach, and the shrine were all packed with people, and there was a long line at the gate. Since there were mostly visitors from overseas, it seems that conditions will remain difficult for a while for those who wish to quietly enjoy the uniquely Japanese atmosphere.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | JR Shin-Hakushima Station～JR Miyajimaguchi Station | 330JPY |
| Section 2 | Train | JR Miyajimaguchi～JR Shin-Hakushima Station | 330JPY |
| Total | 660JPY | ||
Hello! My name is Miyoko Akashi, and I’d be delighted to be your guide. I’ve been working as a tour guide for eight years.
I was born in Nagoya and have lived in Hiroshima for about 40 years, so I know the Seto Inland Sea region very well.
Before becoming a guide, I taught English, mainly to high school students, for many years and was actively involved in international exchange programs.
In my free time, I enjoy photography and running. I’ve traveled all over Japan to take photographs and participate in marathon races, and I always enjoy discovering new places and meeting new people.
I look forward to sharing the beauty, history, and culture of this wonderful region with you.