Your Experience

Uncover Hiroshima’s Profound History

Embark on a captivating full-day journey through Hiroshima, where you will witness the city’s ongoing transformation and learn about its resilience. Throughout the day, your English-speaking guide will illuminate the region’s poignant past and vibrant present, ensuring a powerful and moving experience from start to finish.

Start at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Begin your tour at the renowned Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Walk along tree-lined lanes and pause at the somber cenotaph dedicated to the victims of the atomic bombing in 1945. Stand before the A-Bomb Dome, one of Japan’s most significant historical landmarks, preserved as a permanent symbol of peace. The Dome’s intact structure offers a reminder of the hope that emerged from tragedy.

Continue to the Peace Memorial Museum

Delve deeper into the events that shaped modern Hiroshima at the Peace Memorial Museum. Here, personal stories, artefacts and exhibits offer a profound look at the days before, during and after the atomic bombing. This meaningful visit encourages reflection and understanding as you engage with Hiroshima’s quest for lasting harmony.

Enjoy Flavors of Hiroshima with a Traditional Lunch

After a morning exploring the city’s historical heart, treat yourself to a lunch of Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki. This beloved local dish, often called a savory pancake, is layered with pork, cabbage, bean sprouts and noodles, then cooked on a hot griddle—an essential culinary experience that showcases local flavors.

Sail to Miyajima Island and Explore Itsukushima Shrine

Board the ferry for a scenic trip across Hiroshima Bay, traveling towards Miyajima Island—famed for its serene natural beauty and spiritual significance. Your first stop is the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Itsukushima Shrine, notable for its bold vermilion torii gate that appears to float on the sea at high tide. Take a moment to appreciate the timeless tranquility and scenic views surrounding this architectural marvel.

Marvel at Pagodas and Discover Local Treasures

Wander to Goju no to, Miyajima’s impressive five-story pagoda, the oldest structure of its design in Japan. Admire the historic Toyokuni Shrine nearby, adorned with artistic details and unique features, including its open-frame roof. Stroll through the lively Omote Sando Shopping Street, where you can browse for unique souvenirs, regional snacks, and handmade crafts.

Your Full-Day Itinerary

• 9:45am: Meet your guide at the Shinkansen ticket gate at Hiroshima station

• 10am: Move to bus location

• 10:15am: Bus departs Hiroshima station

• 10:30am: Visit Atomic Bomb Dome & Peace Memorial Park (30 minutes)

• 11am: Explore Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum (1 hour)

• 12:30pm: Enjoy Okonomiyaki lunch (45 minutes)

• 2pm: Arrive at Miyajimaguchi Pier

• 2:10pm: Ferry ride to Miyajima Pier

• 2:20pm: Visit Itsukushima Shrine, Great Torii, Goju no to Pagoda and Toyokuni Shrine (1 hour)

• 3:20pm: Free time at Omote Sando Shopping Street (1 hour)

• 4:40pm: Ferry back to Miyajimaguchi Pier

• 5:40pm: Return to Hiroshima station

Japan’s Flower of Hope

Along your journey, discover the touching fact that the oleander flower—one of the first to bloom after the atomic blast—is now Hiroshima’s official city flower. Its vibrant color and revival have become enduring symbols of hope and renewal for the local community.

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