Miyajima Full-Day Tour
Joined 2024
Discover the beauty and culture of Miyajima island on a full-day tour. Explore the iconic Itsukushima Shrine with its famous floating Torii gate, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through peaceful forests to the Daisho-in Temple, and take a scenic hike or cable car to the top of Mount Misen for breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea. Experience local cuisine while exploring the charming streets. This immersive tour offers a perfect blend of history, nature, and culture!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
In the lobby of your Hotel
- I'd like to meet you in the lobby of your hotel, but if you prefer, we can arrange a different location upon request.
Ancient beauty/ Floating Torii Gate and Itsukushima Shrine
The Floating Torii Gate is the iconic symbol of Itsukushima Shrine, located on the sacred island of Miyajima. The torii appears to float on the water during high tide, creating a stunning visual effect, while at low tide, visitors can walk right up to it.
Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built over water and is dedicated to Shinto deities. Its elegant wooden structures, connected by boardwalks, are designed to harmonize with the natural beauty of the island.
The shrine and torii gate offer a serene and picturesque experience, blending history, spirituality, and nature.
Feel the ancient breeze / Five-storied Pagoda and Senjokaku
The Five-storied Pagoda, built in 1407, is a striking blend of Japanese and Chinese architectural styles, offering beautiful view of the island.
Nearby, Senjokaku or "Pavilion of 1,000 (tatami) Mats" is a spacious, unfinished wooden hall originally intended as a Buddhist library, known for its serene atmosphere and historical significance.
Enjoy local cuisines / Shopping Street
Explore the Omotesando shopping street, the main street of Miyajima, with many souvenir shops, cafes, and restaurants. On weekends and holidays, there are many stores lined along the street. "Okonomiyaki", "conger eel", "grilled fish cake", and fresh "oyster", etc. Local food will satisfy your stomach for sure. Plus, as a dessert, "Momiji Manju" is a must-taste.
Walk & Ride / Mt. Misen
Mt. Misen is the highest peak on Miyajima, offering breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea and surrounding islands. Visitors can take the Miyajima Ropeway, a scenic cable car ride that glides above lush forests, bringing you close to the summit. From the upper station, it's a roughly 20-minute walk to the top, where you can explore ancient temples and sacred eternal fire.
The panoramic views from the peak are stunning, making it a rewarding experience for nature lovers and hikers alike. Both the cable car and hike offer unique perspectives of this sacred mountain.
Note: I'll be taking the tour using only the cable car.
Temple wonderland / Daishoin-Temple
Daishoin Temple, located at the base of Mt. Misen, is one of the island's most significant Buddhist temples. Founded in 806 by the monk Kukai, it features a serene complex of halls, statues, and pathways. Visitors can explore its intricate stone steps lined with spinning prayer wheels, peaceful meditation halls, and beautiful gardens. Daishoin is less crowded than other Miyajima attractions, offering a tranquil escape where you can experience traditional Buddhist rituals and appreciate the temple's historical significance.
Ending Point
Miyajima (pier) or Hirsohima City upon request
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
-Guiding fees
-Guide's transportation from home to the meetup place and backward
-Ferry to Miyajima from Hiroshima (including a visit tax)
-Lunch
-Transportation during the tour: public transportation, metered taxi, World Heritage Cruise Ship, Miyajma ropeway (cable car)
-Facility admission fees: Itsukushima Shrine, Treasure Hall, Senjokaku, Miyajima aquarium, etc
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.
* I'll be taking the tour using only the cable car to Mt. Misen.
Weekends are available upon request.
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
Josef A.
“Wunderbarer Überblick ”
Liebe Keiko Wir hatten, dank ihrer angenehmen, höflichen und immer engagierten Begleitung, einen wunderschönen Tag in Hiroshima. Auch und gerade dass Sie so flexibel auf die Wetter Situation eingegangen sind hat uns sehr gefallen ! Sie haben uns einen sehr intensiven Eindruck in die japanische Lebens- und Denkweise vermittelt und das hat uns sehr gut gefallen Vielen Dank, dass wir ihre Gäste sein durften Liebe Grüße Josef und Carolina
Keiko K.
Liebe beide, vielen Dank für Ihre warmen Worte. Ich bin staatlich geprüfte Fremdenführerin und Dolmetscherin für Englisch und in diesem Beruf regelmäßig tätig. Mein Deutsch entspricht ungefähr dem B2-Niveau (CEFR), und ich bin mir bewusst, dass meine sprachlichen Fähigkeiten noch nicht perfekt sind. Umso mehr danke ich Ihnen von Herzen, dass Sie mir aufmerksam und geduldig zugehört haben. Ich liebe die deutsche Kultur von Herzen – deshalb war es mir eine ganz besondere Freude, Sie hier in Hiroshima treffen zu dürfen. Ich würde mich sehr freuen, Sie in der Kirschblütenzeit oder zur farbenfrohen Herbstlaubzeit wieder begrüßen zu dürfen. Sie sind jederzeit herzlich willkommen! LG, Keiko
Rishit P.
“Great tour and wonderful guide!”
Our Hiroshima tour with Kay was truly wonderful. She put a great deal of thought and effort into accommodating our group of eight, ensuring everyone felt included and comfortable. Her narration of the historical sites and events in Hiroshima was both informative and engaging. Overall, Kay was an absolute joy to tour with, and we greatly appreciated her warmth and insight.
Keiko K.
Thank you so much for your warm review. It truly encourages me in my future guiding work! I was delighted to meet all eight of you, full of intellectual curiosity. I really appreciate how sincerely you listened to the stories of Hiroshima. Sharing that super-spicy okonomiyaki together was also a special memory! I hope you’ll return to Hiroshima someday—perhaps during the beautiful autumn foliage season. I look forward to the day our paths cross again. Hugs, Kay(Keiko)
Richard M.
“Hiroshima Walking Tour”
Kay is an outstanding tour guide. From the moment we booked the tour, she planned the itinerary to meet our specific needs. She met us at the train station platform and guided us through the station. She is vey knowledgeable about the history of Hiroshima and showed us the places described on the tour. Kay speaks excellent English and made our tour most enjoyable.
Keiko K.
Thank you so much for your kind review. Watching how gently and lovingly you cared for your wife throughout the tour made me reflect on how beautiful such a relationship is, and how I’d love to have something like that too. I truly enjoyed our conversations — from topics about Japan to our travels in Europe — so much so that I almost forgot I was working! If you ever have the chance, I would be delighted to welcome you back to Hiroshima again. Warm regards, Kay (Keiko)
$377/ per group
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