Explore Hiroshima Hidden Izakayas with a Local Buddy

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3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered

Experience Hiroshima’s local izakaya culture with confidence alongside an English-speaking local assistant. We’ll pick you up from your hotel and safely accompany you back afterward, ensuring a stress-free night—even if it’s your first time or you don’t speak Japanese. Discover hidden, authentic izakayas loved by locals, and enjoy traditional Japanese dishes paired with local drinks. This is a unique opportunity to dive deep into Hiroshima’s lifestyle and culture through food. Perfect for foodies and culture enthusiasts alike, we promise an unforgettable evening. Book now and enjoy a genuine local experience with full support from hotel to hotel!

Example Menu

Starter

Edamame

Edamame are boiled young soybeans. Don’t eat the pod—just the beans inside. Classic Japanese bar snack.

Starter

Hiyayakko

Hiyayakko is cold tofu with soy sauce and toppings. Light, refreshing, and very typical in Japan.

Main

Sashimi

Sashimi is thinly sliced raw fish served fresh with soy sauce and wasabi. It’s a classic and elegant dish in Japanese cuisine.

Main

Simmered Fish

Simmered fish, or ‘nizakana,’ is fish cooked slowly in a sweet soy sauce broth. It’s tender, flavorful, and a common home-style dish in Japan.

Main

Yakitori

Yakitori are grilled chicken skewers, seasoned with salt or sauce.

Main

Oden

Oden is a Japanese stew with boiled eggs, radish, and fish cakes simmered in a light soy broth.

What's Included

Gratuities
Alcoholic Beverages
Meals
Public transportation

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

If you let me know your hotel in advance, I can come pick you up there. Alternatively, we can meet at your final stop before the activity, as long as it’s within 1 mile. If we meet at Hiroshima Station, let’s meet 10 minutes early at the North Exit 1F Bronze Statue.

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Meeting point

From the ticket gates on the 2nd floor, take the escalator across from the Shinkansen gates down to the North Exit (1st floor). Once you reach the ground level, turn right. We’ll meet next to the bronze statue beside the private car pickup roundabout.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Enjoy a real Japanese night out with an English-speaking local assistant. No need to worry about language or customs—we'll guide you through it all.

Step 1: Meet-Up
We’ll meet at your hotel (if shared), nearby, or at Hiroshima Station’s North Exit Bronze Statue. After greeting, we’ll take a short, relaxing walk to a local izakaya.

Step 2: Arrive at the Izakaya
You’ll step into a cozy, authentic izakaya not found in guidebooks. Expect handwritten menus, lantern-lit ambiance, and friendly locals.

Step 3: Menu Help & Ordering
Your assistant will translate the menu, recommend dishes, and place your order in Japanese. You’ll also learn izakaya customs like how to toast, what “otoshi” is, and general etiquette.

Step 4: Eat, Drink & Talk
Enjoy yakitori, oden, Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, sashimi, and local drinks. Ask anything you want—we’ll chat about culture, life, and language in a casual, friendly way.

Step 5: Wrap-Up
After about 2 hours, we’ll help you return safely to your hotel or next stop. A stress-free, unforgettable local experience.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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