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Iwakuni Historical Tour
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Joined 2024
Iwakuni offers a perfect blend of history, nature, and local culture.
Visitors can admire the iconic Kintai Bridge, a rare five-arched wooden structure of remarkable beauty. The castle town area reveals samurai heritage, traditional streets, and regional cuisine such as Iwakuni sushi.
With seasonal scenery and unique legends like the sacred white snake, the tour promises a memorable experience. It takes about 50 minutes from Hiroshima station by JR train.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Hiroshima JR station
- In front of the central exit (around Seven-Eleven Convenience Store)
Kintaikyo-Bridge
It is a wooden five-arched bridge with a total length of 193.3 meters and is counted among Japan’s three most famous bridges. Since its original completion in 1673 during the Edo period, it has continued to captivate visitors with its elegant form, preserved through generations of traditional craftsmanship. Looking up at Kintai Bridge from the riverbed below, you can admire the artistic wooden joinery techniques used in its construction.
Kikko-Park
This park was developed on the former residence grounds of the Kikkawa family, the lords of the old Iwakuni domain. Across the spacious grounds stand historic structures that recall the feudal era, including the Mekata Family Residence, Kinkaku Pavilion, and Kikko Shrine. Seasonal flowers are planted throughout the park, making it a lovely place to relax and enjoy colorful blooms all year round
Iwakuni Shirohebi (white snakes) Museum
The Iwakuni white snake has ruby red eyes and is covered in lustrous white scales all over its body, giving it a beautiful and mysterious appearance. These rare and precious snakes are shy by nature and do not pose a danger to humans. Their white color is the result of a natural mutation occurring in Japanese rat snakes. The snakes have been found since ancient times in Iwakuni City, where they are revered as “messengers of the gods”
Iwakuni Castle
It was built by the first head of the Kikkawa clan, Hiroie in 1608.
This rare Momoyama Namban style mountain castle got rebuilt in 1962.
The old townscape, Kintaikyo bridge across the Nishiki river, islands on the Setonaikai sea, even the mountains in Shikoku island can be seen from the observatory on the fourth floor.
You can hike up to the castle on foot, or take the ropeway for an easy and convenient ride to the top.
Lunch/snacks
Iwakuni is famous for its local specialty chirashi sushi made with Iwakuni lotus root, as well as for its incredible variety of soft-serve ice cream, with hundreds of flavors to choose from.
From casual eateries to special course meals that require reservations, options can be selected to match your guests’ preferences.
Kashiwara Museum
The Kashiwara Museum of Art was established to share with you Japan's outstanding traditional culture and artworks, as well as the rich spirituality that has fostered this traditional culture. The museum shows you tons of collection of samurai armor from the Sengoku period to the end of the Edo period as a "culture of life and death.
Yokoyama-District Strolling
A stroll through the Yokoyama district of Iwakuni offers a charming glimpse into the town’s history and culture. This area features quiet streets, traditional buildings, and small museums that reflect the former castle town atmosphere. Surrounded by nature and historic landmarks, it’s a pleasant place to walk, explore local shops, and enjoy a relaxed, scenic setting.
Ending Point
Hiroshima Station
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
-Guide fee
-Guide's transportation from home to the meet-up place and backward (2300 yen)
-Transportation during the tour: public transportation (JR from Hiroshima to Iwakuni: 770 yen per adult, Bus from Iwakuni to KIntaikyo-Bridge: 300 yen per adult) and metered taxi
-Lunch (incl. snacks & beverages on the way)
-Facility admission fees: Shirohebi Museum (200 yen for adult), Iwakuni Castle (270yen per adult), Iwakuni-ropeway (560 yen per adult for return ticket), Kashiwara Museum (800 yen per adult)
***Child fares are available at approximately half of the above prices.
Note*: Please cover the necessary transportation (from Hiroshima to Iwakuni by JR and from Iwakuni to Kintaikyo-Bridge by bus) and facility admission fees for the guide during the tour (mostly free of charge for guides).
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.
* This tour is NOT wheelchair accessible.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
The tour can be customized to suit your requests, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Important message from the supplier
Weekdays are basically available.
Weekends are also available upon request, though, family matters are prioritized.
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 Keiko K.
Hello, welcome to my profile! I'm Keiko (Kay). As a national certified guide deeply passionate about the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of this area, I am eager to share these experiences with you. With over 16 years of experience living abroad, mostly in Europe, I've had the privilege of immersing myself in diverse cultures and meeting incredible people from around the world. I'm sociable, outgoing and love making new connections wherever I go.
I'm also very active, enjoying sports like badminton, biking, jogging, and dancing, especially zumba and salsa. On top of that, I've been playing the piano for over *xx years, a passion that brings balance to my life. (The reason XX is simply because I hesitate to disclose my age...)
Health and nutrition are important to me, as is the same to everyone, and I love exploring new ways to stay healthy and enjoy good food!
Our itinerary will take us through some of the most iconic landmarks, as well as a few hidden gems that only locals know about. Whether you’re interested in exploring ancient architecture, indulging in the local cuisine, or learning about the fascinating history that has shaped this place, I am here to tailor the tour to your interests.
Would I be a good fit for your company here in Hiroshima?
Warm regards,
Keiko(Kay)
Reviews
Leslie ray D.
“hiroshima with keiko”
keiko deserves more than five stars . she was attentive , considerate, knowledgeable, and energetic. we appreciate how she shared insights on hiroshima and japan. she displayed her wealth of knowledge about hiroshima,about japan and about japanese culture within the five hours we were with her. keiko is THE guide for hiroshima !!!!!!
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Keiko K.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. Like the Filipinos I know, you are all incredibly warm-hearted people, and while guiding you, I truly felt as if I had been welcomed as a member of your family. Thank you so much for that. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas holiday here in Japan, and it would make me especially happy if your time in my hometown of Fukuoka and the Kyushu region becomes a memorable and enjoyable one. I sincerely hope we will meet again someday! Hugs, Keiko
Mitchell T.
“A Wonderful Day on Miyajima Island”
We had an amazing day on Miyajima thanks to our guide. She climbed the mountain with us, shared the history of shrines and temples, and spoke with a real passion that made everything come alive. She helped us take photos and added thoughtful touches throughout the day that made the experience feel personal and memorable. What stood out most was how much she cared about making the day run smoothly. She went above and beyond to make sure we made our train and back from the island, which took a lot of stress away and let us enjoy every moment. It was a magical experience from start to finish and we are very grateful for her care, knowledge, and kindness.
Keiko K.
Thank you very much for your heartwarming review. I am truly delighted that we were able to climb all the way to the summit of Mt. Misen together, and that I could be present on such a meaningful day for both of you. It was also an unforgettable and precious experience for me as your guide. Thank you so much. I have guided many guests in the past, but not many have made it all the way to the top of Mt. Misen—bravo to both of you! I hope you will visit Hiroshima again someday. Next time, let’s challenge the full hike from the base to the summit! Hugs, Kay
Barbara B.
“Hiroshima half-day and Miyajima full day tour wirh Keiko”
We had two absolutely delightful tours with Keiko. Not only is she extremely knowledgeable about history and the two Japanese religions, Shinto and Buddhism, which were my particular interests, but she provided us with a wealth of information about anything we wanted to know. Moreover she is very polite, helpful, warm-hearted and can adapt the program very flexibly if necessary. We could not have found a more dedicated guide, thank you so much, Keiko Barbara & Werner
Keiko K.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. I truly enjoyed spending those two days with both of you. It was wonderful to see how much interest you had in Japanese culture and history—from the beautiful Shukkeien Garden, the children celebrating Shichi-Go-San at Gokoku Shrine, and the history of the Peace Memorial Park and Museum, to the hike up Mt. Misen and the religious philosophies behind our temples and shrines. I also won’t forget the relaxing time we spent together on the café terrace. I’m grateful to have shared such wonderful moments with both of you. Please do come back to Hiroshima again—I’ll be waiting for you with all my heart. Hugs, Kay (Keiko)
$425/ per group
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