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Joined 2018
Hugh C.
Available Areas
Hiroshima (Living), Kagawa, Okayama, Shimane
Languages
English (Native), Japanese
Response Time
10 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
Simon M.
“Professional and Knowledgeable ”
Hugh was a great guide who was knowledgeable, most professional, courteous and friendly. He tailored the tour to our requests. Hugh has a great knowledge of the sad history of Hiroshima which he explained as we visited the Memorial Park and Museum. He took us to a fabulous lunch spot for a traditional Okonomiyaki. The afternoon saw a visit to Sukkeien garden. Hugh has a great personality and we would not hesitate in recommending him based on our day with him.
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Clay C.
“Miyajima with Hugh!”
Even on a misty day, I had a thoroughly brilliant tour with Hugh. In addition to his decades of experience living in this region & his remarkably deep knowledge of Japanese history, Hugh is nothing short of a world-class raconteur. It made for a very enjoyable day that I would recommend to anyone visiting Hiroshima. Thanks Hugh!
Helen T.
“A day in Hiroshima”
We had a wonderful experience exploring Hiroshima with Hugh! He was incredibly informative and helped us understand the city’s history and significance. It was a meaningful and memorable experience, and we really appreciated learning so much while visiting such an important place. Highly recommend Hugh to anyone wanting to discover Hiroshima and its history!
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