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Discover the spiritual heart of Miyajima Island on a fully private walking tour guided by a long-time Hiroshima resident with deep personal connections. This experience offers cultural depth and local insight beyond standard sightseeing.
Visit the iconic Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its floating torii gate. Learn about the island’s long-standing spiritual traditions, symbolism, and why Miyajima has been considered sacred for centuries.
Beyond the main landmarks, explore quieter areas of the island, natural scenery, and everyday local life. Your guide shares cultural context and stories that help you understand Miyajima not just as a destination, but as a living community.
As a private tour, the itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted to your interests and pace—whether you want to focus on history, photography, nature, or a more reflective visit.
This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a deeper, more meaningful experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick up on foot.
Not listed hotel: please let us know.
Coming from another city: Hiroshima Station is the best meeting point.
Extra charge applies for Itsukaichi Port.
⚠️ Late policy: More than 20 minutes late without notice = No-Show (no refund).
If you inform us but are over 1 hour late, the tour may be shortened or extra fees may apply.
Itinerary
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1Hiroshima
The tour departs from a hotel or train station in Hiroshima City; the order of the tour can be changed between Miyajima and Peace Park to see the Floating Torii Gate. We use public transportation. Travel time to Miyajima is 1 hour.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Miyajima
Visit a spiritual island "MIYAJIMA" that has been revered as the gods' island since ancient times. Deer, the messengers of the gods, welcome you!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Itsukushima Shrine Torii
The Floating Torii gate appears on the sea when the tide is high. At low tide, you can walk by it and be impressed by its size and beauty!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Itsukushima Shrine
Itsukushima Shrine floats on the sea and is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site. This shrine, also a national treasure, changes its appearance with the ebb and flow of the tide. Visitors can enjoy the beauty of the majestic Heian-period Japanese architecture. If you are lucky, you will be witness to a wedding ceremony or a dance dedicated to the gods!
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Daishoin Temple
Daisho-in Temple is a unique and rare temple. The oldest temple on Miyajima, it is located in the midst of rich nature and has many attractions. This temple was loved by Shogun Hideyoshi and many other influential people, and is a must-see!
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Part of the Itsukusima shrine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, built in 16th century. Large halls and wall-less spaces are quiet and peaceful. Shogun Hideyoshi order to built.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street
Stroll Omotesando shopping street. Lined with food stores and souvenir stores selling Miyajima's specialty products such as oysters, conger eel rice bowl, and momiji manju (steamed buns). Momiji-manju hand-baking workshops are also available.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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We will move toward Peace Memorial Park. Basically, we use a ferry, JR, or train. It takes about 1 hour. As an option, you can also take a direct boat (45 minutes) to Peace Memorial Park. Please check your email after booking for details.
1 hour • 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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pick up on foot.
- This is a walking tour. We basically use public transportation.
- Transportation fee is not included, please pay by your own.
- Please do not participate if you have cold symptoms
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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