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- Japanese
- English
- Dutch
This private 3-hour walk offers a focused introduction to Hiroshima, combining key Peace Memorial Park landmarks with places that show how the city lived — and recovered — beyond the park itself.
We begin outside the memorial area at Shirakami Shrine and the Former Bank of Japan, two sites that place Hiroshima’s history in a broader city context before entering the Peace Park. A short ride on Hiroshima’s historic streetcar is included, offering a relaxed and very local way to move through the city.
The walk through Peace Memorial Park focuses on both the well-known landmarks and quieter, lesser-visited corners of the park. Along the way, I share stories and details that are often missed, allowing the space to be experienced with context, curiosity, and a strong sense of place rather than simply following a checklist of monuments.
This tour is ideal for travelers with limited time who want depth, clarity, and local perspective — without committing to a longer half-day experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting Point: Lucky Bakery / Lawson (in front of Orizuru Tower) We’ll meet at Lucky Bakery, right next to the Lawson convenience store and directly in front of Orizuru Tower. It’s an easy landmark to find, and there are toilets, coffee, and snacks available if you arrive a little early.
The tour concludes at the entrance of the Peace Memorial Museum, where you may continue your visit independently.
Itinerary
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Our first stop is this quiet local shrine, one of Hiroshima’s oldest sacred places. It offers a calm introduction to the city’s spiritual roots and everyday life before the war.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Former Bank of Japan Hiroshima
One of the buildings that survived the atomic bombing. When open, we step inside briefly to understand Hiroshima’s commercial life and cityscape before 1945.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Hypocenter monument
The Hypocenter Monument marks the exact spot beneath the explosion. Its simple design reflects the scale of the event and offers a quiet moment to understand its impact
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Atomic Bomb Dome
The most recognizable landmark in Hiroshima, preserved as it was after the bombing. We discuss its history and role as a symbol of peace today.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Peace Bell
As we enter Peace Memorial Park, guests may ring the Peace Bell if they wish — a simple, reflective moment shared by visitors from around the world.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Children's Peace Monument
Dedicated to child victims of the atomic bombing, this monument introduces the story of Sadako Sasaki and the meaning behind the paper cranes seen throughout the park.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Hiroshima Peace City Monument Cenotaph for the Atomic Bomb Victims
We pause at the Cenotaph and Flame of Peace to explain their meaning and how they relate visually and symbolically to the A-Bomb Dome.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
We finish the walk along the symbolic line connecting the Dome, Flame, and Cenotaph. The tour ends at the entrance to the Peace Memorial Museum, where guests may continue their visit independently if they choose.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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