Miyajima island and Kendama experience
Miyajima Island, one of the most scenic spots in Japan, a romantic and historical island where Itsukushima Shrine, a World Heritage site, is located, along with the Virgin Forest of Mt. Misen, and numerous preserved shrines, temples and historical monuments.
Kendama is the Japanese version of the Cup & Ball game. It consists of a handle with several cups and a spike with a ball connected by a length of string.
Hatsukaichi city is the birthplace of Kendama. You can enjoy Kendama experience.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At Hiroshima station or your hotel lobby in Hiroshima
- At the ticket gate of Hiroshima station or your hotel lobby
Miyajima island walking
Visiting
Torii gate
Itsukushima shrine, Daishoin temple
Other historical buildings
Okonomiyaki for lunch
Okonomiyaki is Hiroshima’s soul food, a layered pancake with noodles, pork, egg and vegetables.
You can have vegan or gluten free options, too.
Kendama experience
Walking around Kendama street
Visiting the Kendama shop
Learning history of Kendama and how to play Kendama
You can buy Kendama made in Hatsukaichi city if you want.
Ending Point
Hiroshima station or anywhere in Hiroshima
Want to personalize this tour?
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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
Tour cord instruction
Public transportation fee (you and guide)
Lunch (you and guide)
Any shopping or snacks during a tour
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walk
Kendama shop is usually available from Wednesdays to Fridays. However, they sometimes closes due to their events or competitions.
Important message from the supplier
I am usually available from 9:00until 5pm.
I also prefer a month advanced booking your request date since I have another job and need to arrange.
I am sorry but I am available from 9:00am until 3pm on Thursday for a while. I appreciate your understanding and look forward to your request.
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 Kazumi M.
Hi everyone.
I'm Kazumi. I am a qualified tour guide.I have been guiding Hiroshima since 2010.
Through guiding Hiroshima, I can give my guests my knowledge of this area and Japanese culture. At the same time, I can learn their understanding of Japan and the differences between our culture and theirs, which is very interesting. I also believe that meeting with local people is the best way to know the area. I was born and grew up in Hiroshima. I am very happy to give you wonderful time and memories in Hiroshima. I am really looking forward to hearing from you.
Reviews
Andy W.
“Lovely Day out in Miyajima”
We spent half a day with Kazumi at Miyajima and she was a fantastic host. We met her at the train station in Hiroshima, where she waited for us with a sign (super easy to find). Then an easy JR train and ferry to the island, where she showed us around the sites (see her tour listing). Her English is exceptional (not surprising as she lived in the UK for several years) and she is very knowledgable about the island sites. She wad full of interesting facts about the island and gave us plenty of time to see what we wanted to see. After a great lunch (which she recommended), we waved her off. Overall, a brilliant day and a great host. Thanks Kazumi!
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Kazumi M.
Thank you for your lovely review, Andy. I hope that you could see a beautiful sunset and sunrise over Torii gate in the next morning. It was nice meeting with you two. You reminded me a beautiful English countryside. I hope you enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan. Please say thank you to Katie, too. Thank you again Kazumi
Susan L.
“Unforgettable Hiroshima”
Thank you Kazumi for a wonderful tour. We learnt so much from her. She is very passionate and knowledgeable about the history of her beautiful city. Kazumi is accommodating and adaptive to our group. Her lunch recommendation was delicious and not super busy! We couldnt have asked for a better guide. Thank you again!
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Kazumi M.
Thank you for choosing my tour and visit Hiroshima all the way from Canada. I am glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour in spite of the miserable weather today. I could learn a lot from you, too. I hope both of your parents and in low didn’t get tired much and can enjoy the rest of time of staying in Japan. Please send my best regards to all of your family. Thank you again. Kazumi
Todd T.
“Fantastic guided tour!”
5 star experience from a very special tour guide. You can be sure Kazumi will show you an amazing day in Hiroshima.
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Kazumi M.
Thank you for your lovely review. It was a short tour but I was so glad to be your guide. Both you and Jacob were very friendly and good to talk with. I hope you had a great time in Miyajima island and go back to Kyoto safely. I hope you enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan. I hope to see you again in Florida sometime in near future! Thank you again Kazumi
$154/ per group
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