Chugoku tours, things to do and tickets

This value-packed trip with a licensed and experienced English-speaking tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore both Hiroshima and Miyajima!

To start your day, meet your tour guide at your hotel, then visit famous sites such as Miyajima, Itsukushima Shrine, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Shukkeien Japanese garden, and Hiroshima Castle. Your guide will customize your private tour in detail according to your interests.

Seven-hours is the perfect amount of time to check out both Hiroshima and Miyajima island. We strongly suggest visiting both places when you come to this part of Japan.

24 Pass for Ferry and streetcar transportation is 900 Yen for adults, 450 yen for children.

Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.

This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot. 10 Persons max per tour. You cannot combine multiple groups.

【Let's Get Insights into the History of Hiroshima】

Our tour guide will take visitors on a tour through the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum. Here, they will learn the horrors of the atomic bomb as well as how the people of Hiroshima coped with the tragedy.

【Past to present, your local guide will show you how life was like after the atomic bomb impact compared to Hiroshima today】

Let's go up to the Orizuru Tower's observatory area. You can get almost of the whole view of the Hiroshima city.

【Enjoy a spectacular view of Hiroshima while eating lunch and reminisce the past and present of this beautiful city】

Have lunch with the guide and also go see the Aogiri tree and the Atomic Bomb Dome, learn more about Japanese life and feel the revival of the city.

Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!

Discover the whole of Japan by rail with unlimited freedom thanks to the Japan Rail Pass. Choose from a 7, 14, or 21-day pass to suit your needs and potentially upgrade to first class.

Discover popular sightseeing spots by bus in Hiroshima city on this tour from Osaka or Kyoto, with return bullet train tickets. See the devastating effects of nuclear warfare and a historic shrine.

Kyudo is a Japanese martial art based on shooting an arrow from a Japanese bow to a target to reach a complete focus of mind and body. The main difference of kyudo and western archery is that, in kyudo, every movement follows a traditional routine that pays respect to the equipment and to the opponent. You will come to the archery range and dress in an authentic kyudo uniform, which will include dogi—the upper wear—and hakama—the lower wear. I'll give a brief explanation about the art of kyudo as well as instructions and demonstrations. With the knowledge you'll gain, you will learn to shoot arrows at the target. You'll also understand the fun and challenging aspect of the sport, particularly while wearing the traditional hakama and armor. Usually in kyudo, you are not allowed to pull the arrow unless you master the basics. But during our lesson, you will be able to enjoy the real kyudo experience even as a complete beginner. It will be a great time if you are looking for a nice photo or movie to show to your friends.

Explore one of the world's most iconic cities on two wheels with a small group of travellers and a knowledgable English speaking guide. Pedalling the streets and riverside paths of Hiroshima on top quality 'Trek' bikes, we will take in Hiroshima's infamous past at the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Dome, as well as discovering the Hiroshima of today, a relaxed and forward looking city full of great people, great food and a great cycling infrastructure!

Hiroshima is home to the historically significant and moving Peace Memorial and Museum. In the city stands Hiroshima Castle, nicknamed the ‘carp castle’ because of the glistening carp fish residing in the moats. The Shukkei-en Garden captures the beauty of a Japanese style garden in a small space. On this private walking tour with a Government Licensed and Experienced English speaking guides, you will be able to experience these sights without worry. Your guide will also be able to teach you about the history and culture of Hiroshima in a personalized way that you can only achieve with a private guide.

Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan out the times and details of your private tour. We are looking forward to sharing with you the history of Hiroshima on our tour!

【Outline】
This is a cycling guided tour in which participants ride an electric bicycle and hear the story of the reconstruction of the bombed heritage sites and how we are trying to protect peace in the city of Hiroshima. The tour is led by a friendly team from Hiroshima.

【Highlights】
・Learn about local feelings towards the Peace Park from about 70 years ago.
・The area within a 2.5km radius from the hypocenter was severely damaged. We are heading to multiple bombed heritage sites that still remain.
・You will ride a comfortable electric bicycle to the local area, which is not only known for the Hiroshima Peace Museum.
・We will take you to unique places well-known by the local Japanese team.
・We will ride along the beautiful riverside and in the park to get an idea of the destruction of Hiroshima at that time and how it has changed into what it is now.

This tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter. Visit the World Heritage Sites of Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima and Hiroshima's Atomic Bomb Dome on this leisurely tour. Visit the Main Building of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, which was newly reopened after renovations in April 2019. Look forward to seeing wild deer in the untouched abundant nature of Miyajima. For guests who select departure from Kyoto or Osaka, a comfortable roundtrip Shinkansen ride will be included. In the case guests have a JR Pass, they can go Hiroshima directly themselves and choose Hiroshima departure option.

One hour out from world landmarks such as Miyajima and the Atomic Bomb Dome, there awaits a grand journey along Yuki’s gorgeous rivers.
Come check out all of the wildlife in and around the Minochi River, Japan’s 2nd best place to catch delicious sweetfish.
Along with experiences that’ll no doubt sate your appetite for adventure, you can also enjoy the peace of nature, as well as learn about viewpoints from SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) to build a better tomorrow.

-Start this local food tour with a bang-
Our guide will take you a local izakaya that specializes in Okonomiyaki. Quench your thirst with a refreshing Japanese drink as the chef cooks your Okonomiyaki (a Japanese savory pancake) on a flat iron grill at your table!

-Go bar hopping in the backstreets of Hiroshima just like a local-
Our tour guide will have all their recommendations thought out! Even if you don't know much about Japanese food, don't worry. You'll have amazing foods that you can only taste in Hiroshima!

-Taste Sake made in Hiroshima! Try different flavors!-
Hiroshima is very famous for its sake breweries. In this tour, you will get to learn all about sake flavors! Try everything with authentic Japanese food. Feel free to ask your guide what good combos are!

Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!

A hikinig tour through the crisp morning air of Mt. Futaba, a forest of sacred trees rich in nature. Enjoy the Nodate, open-air tea ceremony performed by a local tour guide on the mountaintops overlooking Hiroshima City and the Seto Inland Sea.

This is a morning hiking tour through Mt. Futaba.
Admire the majestic and elegant architecture of Hiroshima Toshogu Shrine, and learn about the history of the castle town of Hiroshima from the Shinto priests.
At Kinko Inari Shrine where more than 100 bright red torii gates are lined, we will trek hike through and visit seven gods.
Enjoy the panoramic view of Hiroshima City, the Seto Inland Sea, and Miyajima at the top of Mt.Futaba.
Let's start a special day with the wonderful view and Matcha!

This value-packed trip with a licensed and experienced English speaking tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Miyajima island and Itsukushima Shrine!

To start your day, please choose your must-see spots in Miyajima island which you prioritize. Your guide will customize your four-hours private tour in detail according to your interests.

Four hours is the perfect amount of time to check out Miyajima island.

24 Pass for Ferry and streetcar transportation is 900 Yen for adults, 450 yen for children.

Note*1:We recommend the meeting point of Miyajimaguchi Passenger Terminal Ticket Office(Ferry Boarding Area for Miyajima) for saving your tour time. Of course we can also meet at your hotel in Hiroshima city. Please let us know which is better for you.

Travel through Peace Memorial Park and travel back in time through VR reenactments based on historical facts such as testimonies of A-bomb survivors and photographs of the past. We will guide you through a rare tour where you can experience the streets before the atomic bombing, "that day" when the city of Hiroshima became a burnt field, and the journey from there to the present day through VR.

・Explore Hiroshima city with a Tour bus and a comfortable air-conditioned.
・Special Ferry route from Hiroshima to Miyajimaguchi.
・Take pictures of Great Torii from the nearest location on the ferry

Join this full-day bus tour from Hiroshima Station, as we will visit some popular attractions. The first stop will be Itsukushima Shrine at Miyajima Island, which is famous for the historic site of Shinto. This shrine is known as one of the most scenic spots in Japan.

You will definitely enjoy the beautiful red shrine as if it were floating in the middle of the sea. We will also visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, which tells us how miserable the destructive effects of nuclear warfare are and how important peace is. We will also visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum.
※If Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is closed, we will take you to visit Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims instead.

Enjoy Japanese cultural lesson in 300-year old temple in Miyajima. We are located just about 5min walk from the Miyajima ferry port, yet a little off from busy tourist spot. You can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the temple.

We start the lesson with dressing you up with kimono.

Tea ceremony is conducted by our tea master in authentic tea room.
We will guide you through the ceremony so that you will know what is going on.
Taste sweet and matcha tea with proper manner.
When the tea ceremony is done, now it is your part to make your own tea.Learn the name of the utensils and how to wisk Matcha tea.

Calligraphy has imported to Japan during 6C from China.
Learn to draw the line with brush.
Check the sample carefully to copy the Chinese character.
Write your letter and name on the rice scoop.
Rice scoop(shamoji) is lucky item in Miyajima.

We will take the pictures while you do the lessons and you can get them by answering our questionnaire.

Away from the tourist spot, enjoy quiet and relaxing atmosphare of 300-year-old temple. Experience Japanese traditional culture with kimono in the special setting will stay in your memory for long time.

Let start the activity with dressing up. We have more than 100 kimono to choose from. Choose the favorite one, we will have everything you need to dress up.

Then enjoy tea ceremony. Learn how to drink the Matcha tea with certain manner while seeing tea ceremony conducted by tea master. Also learn how to make Matcha tea and taste your own tea. Tea is always served with sweet.

During the lessons staff will take pictures. Guests can get them by answering our questionnaire.

This is a guided cycling tour in which participants ride an electric bicycle and learn about the reconstruction of Hiroshima's bombed heritage sites and how we are trying to protect peace in the city of Hiroshima. This tour is led by our friendly team from Hiroshima.

・Learn about local feelings towards the Peace Park from about 70 years ago.
・The area within a 2.5km radius from the hypocenter was severely damaged. We are heading to multiple bombed heritage sites that still remain.
・You will ride a comfortable electric bicycle through the local area to experience the Hiroshima Peace Museum and more.
・We will take you to unique places well-known by our local Japanese team.
・We will ride along the beautiful riverside and in the park to get an idea of the destruction of Hiroshima at that time and how the city has changed into what it is now.

-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!

Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!

Enjoy Japanese cultural lesson in 300-year old temple in Miyajima. We are located just about 5min walk from the ferry port, yet a little off from busy tourist spot. You can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the temple. 

We start the lessons with dressing you up with kimono. 

Tea ceremony is conducted by our tea master in authentic tea room.
We will guide you through the ceremony so that you will know what is going on.
Taste sweet and matcha tea with proper manner.
When the tea ceremony is done, now it is your part to make your own tea.

Calligraphy has imported to Japan during 6C from China.
Learn to draw the line with brush.
Check the sample carefully to copy the Chinese character.
Write your letter and name on the rice scoop.
Rice scoop(shamoji) is lucky item in Miyajima.

Make original amulet just for you.
Choose amulet case and string of your liking.
Write or stamp the wish to mini rice scoop.
Put everything together to make amulet.