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Joined 2018
Hugh C.
Available Areas
Hiroshima (Living), Kagawa, Okayama, Shimane
Languages
English (Native), Japanese
Response Time
6 hours on average
Availability Updated
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About Tour Guide Hugh C.
Hi!
Thanks for reviewing my profile.
I am Australian, from Sydney originally, but my life with Japan and its culture and history spans 40 years, and I have been a Hiroshima resident for 25 of those 40 years.
I joined GoWithGuide in 2019, but I have led many tours in Hiroshima and more widely throughout metropolitan and regional Japan, sharing conversations about the unique society, its fascinating culture, and history. I also have written several tourism blogs for inbound tour companies and also the Hiroshima Prefectural Tourism Bureau.
I speak fluent Japanese and I have immersed myself in the experience of living here in modern and traditional culture and spent many years studying martial arts Aikido and Iaido. I also have a strong interest in Buddhist teachings. My Japanese calligraphy work over the years has been received recognition and several awards and commissions both in Japan and elsewhere.
I'm looking forward to spending a great experience sharing the culture and history of Hiroshima with you.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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A Canny Day in Hiroshima
The overall plan for a day in Hiroshima: Join me on a very memorable stroll through the history and culture of the "shrine island", designated one of the three most scenic sites in Japan and a World Heritage Site, before returning to Central Hiroshima to tour Peace Memorial Park, it monuments and museums or, if desired, I am happy to discuss customising your tour to include other attractions but that may exclude components of the itinerary. There is an option to do this tour by private vehicle.
A Canny Day in Hiroshima
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Hiroshima Classical Walking Tour
A lovely relaxed half-day tour where we’ll share a comfortable three-stage walking tour as we stroll through Hiroshima’s classical Japanese landscaped gardens. Walk through Hiroshima Castle grounds, and continuing on Peace Memorial Park and a tour of the fascinating modern history of Hiroshima including the A-Bomb Dome and visit the Peace Memorial Museum
Hiroshima Classical Walking Tour
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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Hiroshima's History
An in-depth tour of the fascinating history of Hiroshima including the A-Bomb Dome, and the monuments and museum in Peace Memorial Park, followed by lunch as per what might be your available preference but I recommend Hiroshima okonomiyaki, a scrumptious layered savoury pancake.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Hiroshima's History
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Hiroshima - The Shrine Island
Join me on a very memorable stroll through its ancient history - the "shrine island" Miyajima, a designated World Heritage Site. We'll get photos of the giant sentinal Torii Gate then visit the ancient Itsukushima Shrine also Daishoin Temple an equally important religious site and the stark mysteriously austere Senjokaku hall and adjacent Five-Story Pagoda. Enjoy an aerial gondola ride to some spectacular views and dine of fresh local fare.
Hiroshima - The Shrine Island
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PEACE MEMORIAL PARK and CLASSICAL GARDENS
A tour of the modern history of Hiroshima including the A-Bomb Dome, and the monuments and museum in Peace Memorial Park, followed by lunch as per what might be your available preference but I recommend Hiroshima okonomiyaki, a scrumptious layered savoury pancake. After a delicious local speciality lunch we'll take a stroll through Hiroshima’s classical Japanese landscaped pond garden, once the sole privilege of the ruling lord.
PEACE MEMORIAL PARK and CLASSICAL GARDENS
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Naoshima Art Island Excursion Day Tour
This is a wonderful day exploring the art on Naoshima, one of three islands creating a contemporary art experience set amidst the rice fields and mountains on the island and merging with the rural setting in the surrounding Seto Inland Sea. It features architecture by Tadao Ando. We will ferry from Uno Port to Naoshima and travel by electric assisted bicycles and cycle around to visit the Chichu Art Museum and other art project installations in the town.
Naoshima Art Island Excursion Day Tour
Reviews
John F.
“Hugh is Great!”
High is a true historian who gave us an interesting perspective on Japanese history and culture. We enjoyed his sense of humor and got engaged in some lively debates about a wide range of topics. He also took as to a fantastic local restaurant for a great dining experience. Highly recommend!
Kevin J.
“Hiroshima day tour”
We had the good fortune to spend a great day with Hugh in Horoshima. He had a unique way of presenting history and his passion for storytelling came through in a very interesting and dramatic way. He was efficient in moving us from place to place and was adept at avoiding lineups and shortening long walks where possible. We recommend him without hesitation.
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Hugh C.
Thank you Kevin! It was great pleasure sharing your day. All the best. Hugh
Birte B.
“Great day with plenty of valuable information ”
Hugh was an amazing guide, who provided great information to our family of four, including our 2 teenagers. His advice on the structure of the tour (start on Miyajima and then go town) was perfect. His background on Japanese history and culture was very valuable and the lunch and coffee places Hebron is to were wonderful. So we can only recommend spending the day with Hugh to anyone visiting Hiroshima and Miyajima!
Hugh C.
Thank you so much Birte for your kind review! I’m really glad to hear the whole family enjoyed the day and that the Miyajima-first plan worked well for you. It was a pleasure sharing Hiroshima’s history and culture with you all, and I’m especially happy you enjoyed the lunch and coffee stops too. Wishing you many more great travels ahead, and thank you again for choosing to spend your day with me in Hiroshima and Miyajima!
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