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Joined 2015
Mayumi I.
Available Areas
Hiroshima (Living)
Languages
English
Response Time
2 hours on average
Availability Updated
3 days ago
About Tour Guide Mayumi I.
Hi, I'm Mayumi IIDA from Hiroshima. National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter.
I am here to welcome you as your Japanese friend to help you understand Japanese culture, history and everything you want to know more and better. My tour is geared for the more independent-minded travelers. The option lets you customize your tour with a variety of activities. Your day in Hiroshima is a blank page, waiting you for writing your own tales. I am sure that you will encounter a lot of charms and delightful surprises in my hometown Hiroshima. Enjoy local hospitality and food with me !
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Full Day Tour Exploring Hiroshima
A more favorable option, my tour is geared for the more independent-minded travelers. This option lets you customize your one day tour with a variety of activities. Your day in Hiroshima is a blank page, waiting you for writing your own tales. If you want to extend your way to other prefectures, it may be also planned as you wish. First up, please contact me.
Full Day Tour Exploring Hiroshima
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Central Hiroshima and Okonomiyaki (Local Food) Tour
First up, I bring you to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Hiroshima is well known as the first atomic bombed city in the world history. You walk and drop by at many spots built to commemorate the victims and learn more at the Peace Memorial Museum. After that study tour, we roam around Central area and finally arrive at Okonomiyaki restaurant for early supper. Okonomiyaki is Hiroshima's soul food; a savory pancake filled with chopped vegetables, meat, sea food, noodle, egg... Just give it a try.
Central Hiroshima and Okonomiyaki (Local Food) Tour
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Rabbit Island
Rabbit Island is home to hundreds of friendly bunnies who approach tourists for food. Once this island was secluded as a secret base of the Imperial Japanese Army to produce lethal gas during WW II. And because of the poison gas development, it is thought that the test subjects included rabbits. After the war, the island restored peace and got well overrun by bunnies to become a Heaven of rabbits. Please enjoy being mobbed by adorable creatures and the beautiful nature there.
Rabbit Island
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Saijo....Sake Town
After 30 min. train ride from Hiroshima, you arrive at this tiny town, SAIJO. Just follow chimneys and you find SAKE here. In this small town, you will encounter the world famous and time-honored sake breweries. Enjoy waking around and drop in at some of sake breweries to have a taste. Good rice and quality water are indispensable for making good sake, though. This town has both of them. In 2025, the Sake festival will be held on October 11&12. Come and join us!!
Saijo....Sake Town
Reviews
Jason J.
“Exceptional ”
What a great idea to get her for a guide. She has a family personal history that made it so special. She knew and could answer any question. She added a depth we would have missed on our own. She was great.
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Mayumi I.
Dear Jason I greatly appreciate your thoughtful review. It was truly an honor to welcome you and your family over here. I was touched by your sincere desire to understand what happened in Hiroshima on August 6, 1945. As you know, Hiroshima is now preparing to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the atomic bombing on August 6 this year. We sincerely hope that Hiroshima's aspiration for a peaceful world will continue to inspire people everywhere around the world. Thank you very much. Mayumi
Venny T.
“Best Guide in Hiroshima”
Our family had the best time with Mayumi. She is very knowledgable of the culture and history of Hiroshima. I highly recommend her. Thank you Mayumi
Mayumi I.
Dear Venny, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I truly appreciate your kind words. It was my pleasure and honor to spend such a joyful day with you and your family. Although, your tour reservation had to be canceled last year unfortunately, I was so delighted that you came back and chose me again as your tour guide this time. It felt like a wonderful reunion with old friends, and brought me great joy. I wish you and your family good health, happiness, and success in the years ahead. Kind regards, Mayumi
Savitha M.
“Miyajima & Hiroshima with Mayumi: 10/10!”
Rain couldn’t dampen this incredible experience with Mayumi! It poured the entire day during our tour of Miyajima Island and Hiroshima, but thanks to Mayumi, we barely noticed the weather. Despite being wet and cold, Mayumi’s cheerful energy and deep knowledge kept our spirits high. She orchestrated every detail beautifully, constantly checking in on our needs and ensuring there was never a dull moment. Since it was a jam-packed itinerary, she expertly helped us prioritize the most important sights so we didn't feel overwhelmed. From the seamless pickup at the train station to the final drop-off, she looked after us completely. Mayumi is an incredibly knowledgeable guide, and even with the relentless rain, we never felt like we missed out on anything. She truly made our day special! Thank you Mayumi.
Mayumi I.
Dear Savitha. Your generous words have touched me very deeply. The time I shared with you was just wonderful. There is something truly beautiful in the way you embrace each moment with positivity, transforming the ordinary into something joyful and full of light. It is a gift, and one I deeply admire. May your journey ahead be filled with the same warmth and brilliance you bring to others effortlessly. I have no doubt that many more wonderful moments await you. With heartfelt thanks, Mayumi
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