Top Experiences in Miyajima Island (Itsukushima)

Embark on a captivating journey to Miyajima Island, a treasure trove of cultural and natural wonders. This 4-hour tour invites you to uncover the secrets of one of Japan's most revered destinations, where ancient temples and a UNESCO-listed shrine harmonize with breathtaking landscapes.

Immerse yourself in an expedition curated to offer a seamless blend of natural splendor and cultural heritage. The UNESCO-listed Itsukushima Shrine, seemingly suspended over the sea, presents a surreal visual experience, while the optional visit to Daisho-in Temple grants a rare glimpse into ancient spiritual practices.

Moreover, our unique perspective allows you to view the Senjo-kaku Pavilion and Five-Storied Pagoda from the streets, providing a vantage point that captures their true grandeur. This tour encapsulates the essence of Miyajima Island, ensuring an experience that resonates long after the journey ends.

-Head to the beautiful Miyajima island and Itsukushima shrine-
See the famous Torii gates and enter Itsukushima Shrine. Your friendly local guide will you tell you about their background in Miyajima and their cultural signifiance to Japan.

-Learn deeper-
Explore Daishoin Temple, Momijidani Park and learn about the 5 story pagoda and Senjokaku Hall. Here your friendly local guide will teach you next about Buddhism's role in Japan and this temple's significance to the island.

-Get ready to chow down on some local Miyajima delicacies-
To finish off your culutral highlights walking tour, your guide will introduce you to some of the local delicacies available such as delicious fresh oysters and fried momiji dumplings among other delicious sweet and savoury treats!

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In Hiroshima, there are two world heritages. First one is Miyajima, and another one is Atomic bomb dome. In this tour, we will visit two world heritage sites in one day!! After meetup with our guide at your hotel or train station, you move to Miyajima by local train and ferry. At Itsukushima shrine, you will be impressed by beautiful and calm atmosphere. Of course deer will welcome you there. We also walk along local shopping street and learn Japanese culture. After lunch, we move to Atomic bomb dome and peace memorial park. Then pray for peaceful world. At the end, we plan to visit peace memorial museum and finish Hiroshima one day highlight tour.

【Caution】A big torii gate in Itsukushima Shrine is under construction now.

Experience and learn about the culture of Hiroshima on this private day tour with a professional local guid by chartered vehicle. Enjoy the comfort of traveling by private vehicle as you take in the view of Miyajima and see sights like large torii gate on Miyajima Island, which guards the Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Welcome to Hiroshima, a city where the echoes of history resonate with messages of peace, and the landscapes captivate the soul. Our expert-guided tour will begin at the Peace Memorial (including the Atomic Bomb dome and Peace Memorial Museum) and end at Hiroshima station, taking you on an immersive journey via public transit to explore iconic landmarks and the serene Miyajima Island - known for its free wandering deer and Itsukushima (the floating gate).

Professional photo option

Join us on a memorable journey with our expert guide-photographers, as we delve into the poignant history of Hiroshima at the Peace Memorial Park. Amidst the solemn atmosphere, our guides skillfully capture moments of reflection and reverence. Then, journey to Miyajima Island, where our guide-photographers transform your experience into timeless memories, expertly framing each moment. Join us for a tour that ensures every step is captured in stunning professional photos.

Hi, This is Pancho(Tetsuo Hamano). Please call me Pancho that only my best friend dubbed me and I love that!

I'm the son of a A-bomb survivor whose father and my grandparents were a couple of miles away from the hypocenter when the Bomb exploded. However, all of them survived and told me some stories about what happened to them. I can share my family stories during my tour. Another stop of the tour In Miyajima island,Guests able to see/know the secret why these shrine and Great-Torii gate standing on the shore and seeming like floating on water. We will stop some of local place and tips during the tour that makes you wonder and more comfortable your Hiroshima/Miyajima visit. I have food tour experience, so I have some secret recommendation restaurant for you! I have been a tour guide for 2 years since during Covid-situation that I jumped into the tourism industry to make my dream come true. I have done approx 300 tours since Oct 2022, hope those experience makes your visit memorable!

As you only have 1 day in Hiroshima, I can show you the best spots in Hiroshima visitors enjoy that others would need at least two days to see. Moreover, this tour will enable you to understand the culture and life in Japan from a local and foreign prospective. The tour covers the top sightseeing spots of Hiroshima privately. Itinerary is arranged, however, you can still customize it in arrangement with the guide.

- English Guide From Hiroshima
- Enjoy Hiroshima ＆ Miyajima
- Visit the World Heritage Sites of Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima and Hiroshima's Atomic Bomb Dome on this leisurely tour.

You can enjoy the visit to the World Heritage Sites of Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima and Hiroshima's Atomic Bomb Dome, the place of prayer for peace!

Hiroshima is only 1 hour and 42 minutes from Kyoto by the fastest shinkansen (bullet train).
From Osaka, it’s only 1 hour and 33 minutes.
So, if you’re short on time, you can actually visit Hiroshima as a daytrip from these cities.

Tour schedule :
～From Kyoto～
7:00～7:30 Meet customer at the Hotel your choice.
8:03 Nozomi 99 Kyoto Station → Hiroshima Station

～From Osaka～
7:00～7:30 Meet customer at the Hotel your choice.
8:18 Nozomi 99 ShinOsaka Station → Hiroshima Station

9:41 Arrival Hiroshima Station
From Hiroshima Station to Miyajima
Miyajima sightseeing
Lunch (Free lunch time take lunch by customer Own)
13:00 Miyajima to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Peace Memorial Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome

17:00 Hiroshima Station (Customer can buy Bendo Box at here)

18:17 Nozomi 54 Hiroshima Station → Shin-Osaka / Kyoto Station
19:38 Arrived at Shin-Osaka Station End of tour
19:54 Arrived at Kyoto Station End of tour

Discover Miyajima Island, also known as 'Island of Gods,' and considered to be one of the most scenic spots in Japan, on this private guided rickshaw tour. Enjoy the traditional Japanese experience of a rickshaw ride, and visit the famed Itsukushima Shrine, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its "floating" red torii gate. This tour can be customized to your preferred length, departure time, and return point.

Let's discover two of Japan's most spectacular sights Hiroshima and Miyajima's of World Heritage listed!
Visit the World Heritage Sites of Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima and Hiroshima's Atomic Bomb Dome.
See wild deer in the untouched abundant nature of Miyajima.
Ferry from Miyajima to Hiroshima Atomic bomb dome directly.
See the cityscape of Hiroshima from the river and the sea.
Enjoy beautiful scenery from ferry with no troublesome transfer.

- Great for those who have a JR pass.
So, if you’re short on time, you can actually visit Hiroshima as a daytrip from these cities.

This is tour schedule:
7:30 Meet customer at Kyoto Station, (Shinkansen Central Gate )
8:00 Hikari 533 Kyoto Station → Hiroshima Station
(Customer use JR pass by Own)

7:30 Meet customer at Shin-Osaka Station (Shinkansen Central Gate)
8:04 Sakura 545 ShinOsaka Station → Hiroshima Station (Customer use JR pass by Own)

9:33 Arrival Hiroshima Station
from Hiroshima Station to Miyajima
Miyajima sightseeing (Itsukushima shrine)
Lunch (Free lunch time take lunch by customer Own)
13:00 Miyajima to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Peace Memorial Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome
17:00 Hiroshima Station (Customer can buy Bendo Box at here)
【Osaka】
17:52 Sakura 564 Hiroshima Station →19:21 Shin-Osaka Station
End of tour
【Kyoto】
18:33 Sakura 566 Hiroshima Station → 19:59 Shin-Osaka Station
transfer
20:21 Hikari 666 Shin-Osaka Station→20:34 Kyoto Station
End of tour