Half-Day in Sacred Island, Miyajima
Joined 2024
This tour involves spending half a day on the beautiful island of Miyajima. You can enjoy the majestic Itsukushima Shrine and Otorii (Grand Gate) floating on the sea, as well as the unique Daisho-in Temple. You can enjoy delicious grilled oysters, lemonade, and momiji manju on the shopping street. Wild deer will greet you on the streets. A day spent on the beautiful island of Miyajima will surely become an unforgettable part of your time in Hiroshima.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Hiroshima Station or Your hotel
- The ticket gate at Hiroshima Station or the hotel lobby.
Itsukushima Shrine & Torii Gate
Itsukushima Shrine, the sea in front of it, and the ancient forest of Mt. Misen were registered as a World Heritage site. At high tide, the Otorii gate and shrine float in the sea. At low tide, you can feel the magnificence of the Otorii from up close.
Daisho-in Temple
The oldest temple on Miyajima Island. Majestic architecture and unique experiences await you.
Hokoku Shrine & Unique Pine Tree
Let’s take a look at the large, unfinished shrine that has been under construction for over 400 years, and the uniquely shaped pine tree.
Shopping Street
Let’s enjoy momiji manju, a traditional Japanese sweet, oysters, of which Hiroshima is the top producer in Japan, and refreshing lemon juice.
End of Tour
Ending Point
Hiroshima Station of Your Hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide Fee
Transportation Fee ( JR train & Ferry including visitor's tax ￥100) ￥1,340/person (you & guide)
Entrance Fee: Itsukushima Shrine ￥300/person
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Miyu F.
My name is Miyu. I have been a Nationally Licensed Guide Interpreter since 2009. I began my career as a tourist guide last year after working as a public servant for nearly four decades.
I worked in the Atomic Bomb Survivors Support Division for 12 years until I retired from the local government, and I continue to interact with Hibakusha. Therefore, I have a lot of knowledge about A-bomb survivors, the reconstruction of Hiroshima, and the effects of radiation on the human body, which I can correctly convey to inbound visitors.
I have experience in tea ceremonies and calligraphy and am especially good at guiding visitors through tea ceremony experiences.
I love to watch baseball games, so I enjoy talking about them with guests from countries where they are popular.
I am a volunteer medical interpreter and can respond to visitors' sudden health problems.
Reviews
Noel W.
“A patient and flexible guide”
Miyu made everything about our day, easy and perfect. She arrived at our hotel early, guided us to the museum and waited patiently while we meandered, offered thoughtful commentary on the history of Hiroshima, found a wonderful place for us to have udon for lunch, and patiently waited as we took dozens of pictures.
Miyu F.
Thank you for your warm review. I'm glad that you and your family were able to enjoy Hiroshima despite the extreme heat. I hope you have another meaningful day in Hiroshima tomorrow.
Josh W.
“Miyu is wonderful ”
Visiting Hiroshima was important to everyone in our group. We went in knowing it would be difficult (it was devastating), but Miyu, with her vast experience and straightforward but compassionate approach was the perfect guide. We all genuinely enjoyed spending the day with Miyu and we learned a great deal. she is an exceptional guide.
Miyu F.
Thank you very much for your generous, kind words. I am grateful that all of you took my words seriously. Thank you for coming all the way to Hiroshima. Today has been a significant day for me as well.
Shazad M.
“Great day with Miyu”
Shi is a great guide with in-depth knowledge of Hiroshima, very polite and cooperative. She prepared an itinerary that almost covered all the best places in Hiroshima. I highly recommend her.
Miyu F.
Thank you for the kind review. I was delighted to guide such a wonderful group. I'm honored that they engaged with Hiroshima's history.
$305/ per group
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