Joined 2024
Kahori M.
Available Areas
Hiroshima (Living)
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
5 hours on average
Availability Updated
3 days ago
About Tour Guide Kahori M.
Hi, I'm Kahori, a nationally licensed guide interpreter, and have just started working with GoWithGuide! I’m delighted to show people around this area. For the past almost 10 years, I have mainly guided foreign medical professionals around Hiroshima City and Miyajima, gaining a deep understanding of the effects of radiation and the support for A-bomb survivors.
Hiroshima is a city of rivers and the sea. Along the rivers Cherry trees line, and the calm Seto Inland Sea, dotted with islands, creates a stunning landscape. Also, the sea has many islands called "art islands" which have fantastic arts relating to the art festival "Setoushi Triennale". In addition to our two World Heritage Sites, this area is rich in attractive resources. I hope many of you will come and experience this fascinating land. Personally, I am very passionate about modern art and enjoy sports like stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) on our rivers.
I look forward to meeting you, interacting with you, and also, learning from you!
Important
The above applies to October and beyond.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
Half-day Hiroshima City Highlight Tour
Half-day Hiroshima City Highlight Tour
One-day Hiroshima / Miyajima Private Tour
One-day Hiroshima / Miyajima Private Tour
Half-day Peace Park and Naka factory (unique and modern architecture)
Half-day Peace Park and Naka factory (unique and modern architecture)
One-day Shimose Museum and Miyajima Island
One-day Shimose Museum and Miyajima Island
Half-day Miyajima tour
Half-day Miyajima tour
Reviews
Mack M.
“Terrific Hiroshima Area Guide!”
Wow, what a wonderful day on the World Heritage Site Miyajima Island with our guide, Kahori! Kahori met us at our cruise ship berth in Hiroshima and immediately whisked us to Miyajima Island via a short and very scenic ferry ride. She timed our arrival on Miyajima to coincide with the morning high tide so we could witness the world-famous Itsukushima Shrine's "floating" torii (gateway). Later, during low tide, Kahori escorted us onto the sand to view this famous Shinto torii up close. What a beautiful awe-inspiring sight! We spent the entire day with Kahori on Miyajima, and she escorted us to and explained the historical background and significance of each sight on this beautiful and historic Japanese island. In addition to the Itsukushima Shinto Shrine, these include the famous Daisho-in Buddhist Temple where Kahori showed us a "secret" underground passage used in Buddhist training exercise. It was a bit "spooky, " but very fun and extremely enlightening! The many "jizo" bodhisattva in the temple grounds were both extraordinarily cute and very peaceful. We later took a beautiful nature walk on Mount Miso where we observed numerous camphor, Japanese cherry trees (the famous blooming sakura), and lovely Japanese maple trees which turn a beautiful golden red in autumn. For lunch, Kahori introduced us to one of Miyajima's famous oyster restaurants, where we lunched on world-famous Hiroshima Bay oysters on the half-shell with some local tea and sake. Delicious! After lunch, Kahori escorted us to the Itsukushima Shrine's museum, which has centuries' worth of items gifted to this famous shrine. Some of my favorite exhibits include samurai weapons and armor-- including some fabulously-ornamented helmets--along with many beautiful gilded calligraphic manuscripts. If you are seeking a kind, intelligent, knowledgeable, and very well organized guide who is a Hiroshima native and knows this region, its history, and people well, I highly recommend Kahori-san!
Kahori M.
Thank you very much for your kind and warm review! I will continue to do my best to live up to your evaluation. It was a bit unfortunate about the ropeway with strong wind but I had a wonderful time with you during the tour. You are a very studious guest and already had a lot of knowledge. It is a great honor to talk with you. Thank you so much for everything! Kahori
Pam B.
“Customized tour of Miyajima with Kahori”
My family and I had a wonderful day with Kahori as our guide. She was extremely knowledgeable and eager to share information about all manner of things from the area. Kahori is very adaptable and helpful and is a fantastic tour guide. I strongly recommend her for any family or small group seeking a wonderful day in Hiroshima and the surrounding areas!
Kahori M.
Thank you for this opportunity! Even though it was a very busy time of the year due to a Japanese national holiday, the tour went smoothly thanks to your kind consideration. Mt. Misen was also an exciting hike, wasn't it? I hope to see you again sometime!
Denis M.
“A great guide with deep knowledge and great service”
Kahori’s guiding was very informative and her level of service is superb! She also possess an extensive knowledge of the subject! Recommends warmly for you who wants to learn more about Hiroshima!
Kahori M.
Thank you very much for your kind review. It was an honor to me. I truly appreciate that you choose this tour. Kahori
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