Miyajima & Hiroshima UNESCO World Heritage Day Tour: Peace, History & Beauty in One Day
Explore the beauty of Miyajima and the history of Hiroshima with a friendly licensed local guide.
As a second-generation atomic bomb survivor (hibakusha), I offer not only historical facts but also a personal perspective on Hiroshima's legacy of peace and resilience.
Together, we'll visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites while experiencing Hiroshima through the eyes of someone who was born and raised here.
This tour will give you a comfortable, meaningful and memorable experience.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel (in Hiroshima)
- Let's meet up at your hotel (in Hiroshima) or alternatively we can meet up at JR Hiroshima Station
Miyajima Island
<by public transportation: (bus+) JR train +ferry boat>
Discover the timeless beauty of Miyajima, a sacred island with over 1,400 years of history. Famous worldwide for the magnificent Itsukushima Shrine and its iconic floating torii gate, the island also offers countless hidden gems - from peaceful temples and scenic trails to charming backstreets and spectacular photo spots that many visitors miss.
Along the way, you'll learn about the island's fascinating history, traditions, and local culture through engaging stories and conversation.
Torii Gate
Itsukushima Shrine & Omotesando Street
Lunch Okonomiyaki
Let's enjoy Hiroshima style Okonomiyaki, or Hiroshima specialty/Hiroshima comfort food or other dishes
A-bomb Dome, Peace Park, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
<by public transportation: ferry boat + JR train +bus>
A-bomb dome (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Peace Park (Cenotaph for the A-bomb Victims, Children's Peace Monument, Peace Bell, Memorial Tower for Mobilized Students, Flame of Peace, etc.)
Ending Point
Hiroshima Station or Your hotel
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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 public transportation fee
*Your entry fees: Itsukushima shrine (300), Peace Memorial Museum (200) JPY/person
*Your Miyajima Visitor Tax (100) JPY/person
*Your lunch, and Other personal expenses
*Your basic transportation fares: JR (840) +ferry (400) + and bus (880) JPY/person
*Additional charges due to change in transportation. (taxi can be used on your request)
Tour Important Information
*Meeting time, Sites, Transportation and lunch can be changed based on your preferences.
*Focused on time efficiency, using a high-speed boat is available (2,400-yen one way)
*This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
*Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
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
About Tour Guide Emiko M.
Hi, I am Emiko, Hiroshima Prefectural Government Licensed Guide Interpreter.
I was born and raised in Hiroshima, and I love sharing the history, culture, and everyday life of this beautiful region with visitors from around the world.
As the child of an A-bomb survivor, Hiroshima's history is deeply personal to me. I believe that sharing its story of tragedy, resilience, and hope for peace is at the heart of my guiding.
In addition to Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park and Museum, I also enjoy introducing visitors to the beauty of Miyajima, Hiroshima Castle, Shukkein Garden, and other local treasures. I tailor each tour to your interests, whether history, culture, food, or daily life.
I always hope that our guests will take away lots of positive energy from Hiroshima, a city that was resilient and revived like a phoenix, in spite of its sad history.
While realizing customers' wishes, I will introduce you the beauty of Hiroshima, Miyajima and so on, which are tranquil and peaceful places with a unique charm that cannot be found in big cities.
I am happy to answer any questions about things Japanese.
I'll do everything to the best of my ability to make your trip enjoyable and fruitful.
I look forward to welcoming you and making your visit truly memorable!
Reviews
Rajiv S.
“A Wonderful and Memorable Hiroshima Tour with Emiko M”
We were a group of six doctors and nurses from London who contacted Emiko M to arrange a half-day Hiroshima City Highlights tour. Emiko welcomed us at the railway platform, arranged a taxi for our group, and took us around the beautiful city of Hiroshima. She is an exceptionally kind-hearted, gentle, soft-spoken and knowledgeable person. As we had limited time, she thoughtfully advised us on the places we should prioritise and those we could miss, ensuring that we made the most of our visit. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with her. What particularly touched us was her kindness and attention to detail. At the end of the tour, she accompanied us all the way to the door of our train to ensure that we boarded safely and without any difficulty. Her warmth, sincerity and genuine care made our visit to Hiroshima truly memorable. We will always remember Emiko and the wonderful hospitality she showed us. Thank you, Emiko, for making our visit so special. We would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone.
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Emiko M.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review! I can only imagine how busy you must be, leading and caring for so many patients, students, and fellow scholars every day. Your kind words truly touched me, encouraged me, and gave me renewed energy. The time I spent with you and your team in Hiroshima is a precious memory that I will always treasure. I hope you continue to make a meaningful difference in the field of medicine and inspire those around you. Please take good care of yourself and know that it was a great honor and pleasure to be your guide in Hiroshima!
John B.
“Hiroshima Peace Park”
Emiko was a wonderful guide, meeting us on time at our port stop, guiding us to the points of interest, always with a little story or fact. She taught us a little of Japanese life and shared some personal thoughts which put everything in context. Her English is more than adequate, and her background as a teacher suited us well for this tour. We shared ideas and you can too. Little facts about the restaurant food was fun and historic issues were presented well. Take a tour with her, we would again.
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Emiko M.
I was truly impressed by you both, and I feel so fortunate to have been your guide. I learned so much from our conversation with such a thoughtful gentleman and such a sophisticated lady. Being able to share our thoughts on peace and different cultures is a real treasure for me. Please take good care of yourselves and enjoy the rest of your amazing trip in Japan!
Tanja C.
“Memorable Day with a Lovely Guide”
I booked a day with Emiko to guide my 83 year old mother and I through Hiroshima. I had to eliminate Miyajima at the last minute knowing it would be too much effort for my mom, and Emiko quickly readjusted the schedule. Emiko was very organized right from the start. Prior to our arrival I requested a car hire so that my mother would not have to walk as much. Emiko set this up with an excellent driver/ beautiful car that picked us up - dropped us off right at the “doorstep” of everywhere that we went. Additionally we were arriving from Kyoto for the day and Emiko made meeting her at the train station very easy. She communicated ahead with clear instructions and held a sign with my name as we arrived on the platform. Emiko shared her personal family story of their experience surviving the atomic bomb as well as extensive information about what happened/ how the city of Hiroshima was rebuilt. It was touching to hear not just the facts but also Emiko’s personal perspective. We toured all the points of interest around the Atomic Bomb Zone and Emiko had pre purchased our Peace Memorial Museum tickets so we were fortunate not to have to wait in line. I will note that the museum exhibit is very crowded and to be aware of this. Next we had a marvelous “local lunch” in Emiko’s favorite Udon Noodle restaurant. It was absolutely delicious and incredibly inexpensive. Last we visited the Shukkeien Gardens which is a must-see for a traditional and impressive Japanese garden. Our day with Emiko was well planned out and organized. She was also flexible with my mom’s mobility (which changed as the day went on. I appreciated how thoughtful she was in understanding the needs of my mother including slowing down the pace. I am grateful to have spent such a meaningful day with Emiko learning about Hiroshima and its history. I highly recommend her for your touring plans. Emiko also has a lovely presence and is enjoyable to be with.
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Emiko M.
Thank you so much for your kind and generous words! Your wonderful review truly means a lot to me and gives me renewed energy and encouragement. I feel so lucky to have met such sweet and intelligent ladies like you. I hope you will take home lots of positive energy from Hiroshima and share its message of peace with your family and people in your country. Please enjoy the rest of your journey through Japan and take home many lovely memories!
$273/ per group
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