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Let the spirit of adventure guide you as you uncover the hidden gems and unforgettable experiences that make Hiroshima Prefecture a destination like no other. Uncover awe-inspiring locations and exciting attractions across Hiroshima Prefecture, chosen by our community and tailored to you.
Calligraphy is not only an art form and a symbol of Japanese culture, but also a form of meditation. Guided by a professional calligraphy instructor, you’ll use handmade brushes from Kumano, Hiroshima — Japan’s top brush-making town — and enjoy a calm, creative moment to express yourself. Write your own calligraphy on a fan or shikishi and take home a unique souvenir. The workshop is held at “Takumi,” a 50-year-old folk craft shop. One wall is beautifully decorated with ukiyo-e prints, creating an artistic atmosphere. “Takumi” is also known as Hiroshima’s leading craft shop, offering traditional items from across Japan. Location: • 5 min walk from the Atomic Bomb Dome • 3 min walk from Hiroden Hondori Station • 5th floor of Sanmall Mall (UNIQLO on 2nd floor) ✨ Highlights ✔ Calligraphy at a 50-year-old craft shop “Takumi” ✔ Ukiyo-e inspired space ✔ Step-by-step guidance for beginners ✔ All materials provided — just bring yourself ✔ Create your own calligraphy artwork and take photos
Experience Hiroshima beyond the history books on a fully private tour with a Japanese local guide. Visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Peace Memorial Museum while discovering how local families experienced the bombing, how Hiroshima rebuilt, and why peace remains central to the city today. Most of our qualified guides were born and raised in Hiroshima, and all can share family stories connected to the atomic bombing, including second-generation survivor perspectives. They also have international experience and speak clear, easy-to-understand English. Choose 3 or 4 hours. With 3 hours, focus on the peace sites or add Hiroshima Castle or Shukkeien Garden. With 4 hours, explore more city highlights or deeper historical sites, including Hiroshima’s recovery and medical response after the bombing. Meet your guide at your central Hiroshima hotel, Hiroshima Station or cruise terminal. Cruise passengers should select the 4-hour option.
Discover Another Side of Miyajima from the Sea. See the iconic Great Torii Gate from the water, visit Hiroshima's oyster farms, meet local producers, and savor a fresh oyster lunch. Highlights -Enjoy a worry-free sea pilgrimage with the support of an English-speaking guide -Spectacular cruise experience with close-up views of the Great Torii Gate and Itsukushima Shrine from the sea - Rare opportunity to observe Hiroshima's oyster rafts in Japan's leading oyster-producing region -Learn about the history and techniques of oyster farming directly from local producers -Enjoy a delicious oyster lunch featuring fresh Miyajima oysters -Hands-on grilled oyster experience – grill and enjoy your own oysters fresh from the source -Solo travelers welcome! Bookings accepted until 3:00 PM on the day before departure
Experience two very different sides of Hiroshima in one private day with a Japanese local guide. Visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Park and Museum while hearing family stories connected to the atomic bombing, including second-generation survivor perspectives, and discover how Hiroshima rebuilt and carries its message of peace today. Then explore Miyajima’s floating torii gate, UNESCO-listed Itsukushima Shrine, traditional streets and, when time allows, Daisho-in Temple. Discover why the island has been sacred for centuries and how Shinto, Buddhism and nature connect in Japan. Most of our qualified guides were born and raised in Hiroshima, with international experience and clear English. Meet your guide at your central Hiroshima hotel, Hiroshima Station or cruise terminal and enjoy a flexible private day at your own pace. Itsukaichi Cruise Port pickup is JPY 2,000 extra per booking, payable in cash on the day.
Experience Miyajima beyond the famous floating torii gate on a fully private tour with a Japanese local guide. Visit UNESCO-listed Itsukushima Shrine, peaceful Daisho-in Temple, traditional streets and the island’s natural scenery while discovering why Miyajima has been considered sacred for centuries. As you explore, understand the meaning behind the shrines, temples and traditions you see, including the connection between Shinto, Buddhism and nature in Japan. Your experienced, qualified guide has deep ties to Hiroshima, with most of our guides born and raised in the region. They also have international experience and speak clear, easy-to-understand English, making meaningful conversation and questions easy throughout the tour. Move at your own pace, enjoy local food, spend longer at places that interest you or explore quieter parts of the island. Guests staying in central Hiroshima can meet their guide at their hotel or Hiroshima Station and travel together to Miyajima.
Discover the "Invisible Stories" of Hiroshima This small-group tour (max 6 guests), led by a licensed local guide, connects the historic Peace Memorial Park with the peaceful 9th-century Mitaki-dera Temple. After a short introduction in the city center, we take a local bus outside the city center to discover the "invisible stories" of Hiroshima. Through seven unique experiences—ring the temple bell, touch memorial water in peace ceremonies, walk on atomic-bombed tram stones, and reflect on what peace means to you—you'll connect deeply with Hiroshima's history and spirit of peace. Leave the tourist areas for meaningful conversation and a personal journey.
This tour offers more than a visit to Hiroshima’s famous landmarks—it provides a deeper understanding of the city through local stories, everyday life, and places many visitors never see. Why choose this tour? ・Visit an atomic bomb-surviving elementary school, a rarely visited site that reveals how the bombing affected children, families, and the local community. ・Ride Hiroshima’s historic streetcar, a lasting symbol of the city’s resilience and recovery after World War II. ・Explore with a professional local English-speaking guide, who shares historical context, personal stories, and local perspectives beyond what you can learn on your own. ・Includes Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum admission, with a guided introduction before you explore the exhibits at your own pace.
Discover Hiroshima through a personal storytelling walk led by a local guide who has lived here for over 20 years. This tour focuses on context, lived experience, and the small details that bring the city’s history and present-day life together. We begin at either Shukkeien Garden or Peace Memorial Park, depending on your preference, and walk through Hiroshima Castle and Gokoku Shrine to understand the city before 1945. As we follow the Peace Line into the park, I share stories and perspectives that many visitors miss. We continue to the A-Bomb Dome and, if you wish, the Peace Memorial Museum. The pace is relaxed, with time for questions and reflection. This is not a rushed sightseeing tour, but a thoughtful introduction to Hiroshima’s past and present.
Miyajima (official name Itsukushima) is the home to the World Heritage Site of Itsukushima Shrine. Have dinner while cruising slowly on the raft-shaped boat HANAIKADA through the very calm Ono Seto Sea, surrounded by Miyajima and Ono. Enjoy a luxurious and special time as if you have the beauty of the calm Seto Inland Sea all to yourself. This is a cruise tour on the special raft-type ship HANAIKADA on Ono Seto Sea, where oyster rafts float on the water. Enjoy the fantastic and beautiful scenery of the World Heritage Site Miyajima, also known as "God's Island," all to yourself from the sea! With little difference in elevation from the sea surface, HANAIKADA allows you to relax and feel the Seto Inland Sea on the spot. The sight of oyster rafts floating in the sea is a special scene that can only be seen here. Enjoy meals made with seasonal ingredients.
A workshop and lacquer experience with Hiroshima's foremost artist Naoya Takayama. He pursues Japanese beauty while exploring new ways to pass on tradition by applying the lacquering craftsmanship honed at Hiroshima Buddhist altars to the tableware we use every day. Let's get a chance to learn the origins and techniques of the traditional craft Hiroshima Buddhist altar by his instruction and have an experience of Lacquer painting! About the tour instructor: Naoya Takayama He learned the traditional techniques of Kyoto lacquer painting, further refined his lacquering skills, and incorporated the roiro (wax color) technique to create highly original pieces. Inheriting the skills and spirit of Kiyoshi Takayama, the founder of the company, for traditional techniques, he has received numerous awards and his works were selected as a gift at the G7 Summit. Lacquerware for everyday use uses only natural materials and expresses the refined texture of lacquering.
Hiroshima Prefecture is a vibrant region, rich with diverse cities each offering a unique blend of culture, history, and adventure. From bustling metropolises to charming towns, every city in Hiroshima Prefecture has its own story to tell and a distinct character to explore.Check out these popular cities throughout Hiroshima Prefecture.
