Fukuoka

Day trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima

Day Trips & Local Escapes • 10 hours 5
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Day trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima

Embark on a captivating journey to Hiroshima from Fukuoka, guided by a local expert, and witness the city's inspiring rebirth.

Renting a bike in Fukuoka is easy and cheap through a bike sharing scheme. The city is mostly flat so it's easy to get around.

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Let a host organize a trip on the bullet train to Hiroshima – one of Japan’s most historically significant locations
  • Explore the city’s devastating World War II history at the many memorial parks and museums
  • See how successfully the city has rebuilt itself into a cosmopolitan hub of pristine parks, gardens, restaurants, and nightlife
  • Take the ferry to Miyajima island and see the iconic “floating” Great Torii Gate
  • Have your local host on hand to share stories of the city, and give tips and recommendations for the rest of your vacation

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know
Renting a bike in Fukuoka is easy and cheap through a bike sharing scheme. The city is mostly flat so it's easy to get around.
10 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience
10 hours with a host
Walking experience ( other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs (Shinkansen Round Trip Train Tickets will incur an additional cost of $200 per person if you do not hold a Japan Rail Pass)
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Tully's Coffee - The host will be waiting in front of main door, in Hakata KITTE ground level.

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

With your local insider as a GPS, guidebook, and Google, you’ll discover more than just Hiroshima’s tragic World War II history. Experience its rich ancient culture and the modern Hiroshima of today: a vibrant hub of friendly locals, pristine parks, tightly-packed sake bars, and plenty of okonomiyaki (savory pancake) restaurants serving Hiroshima’s “soul food”. You could visit the striking symbol of the city, the Atomic Bomb Dome, stroll down the soft sand of the Bayside Beach or explore ancient shrines and temples – from hydrangea-lined Jinguji-temple to Itsukushima. On Miyajima Island, see nature at its most impressive: lush forests, turquoise ocean, and the iconic “floating” torii gate: a shrine that’s partially submerged at high tide.

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Per person incl.
taxes & fees $342.5 for
Adults (Aged 13+)
Children (Up to 12 years old)
$342.5
per person
including taxes & fees
Select a date and start time
Tailor your experience
Flexible start times
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories

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See what happens when you travel unscripted!

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What travelers think of our Japan experiences

Fabio Jun 2025

An interesting trip with lots to see, well explained by the tour guide who was very friendly and helpful. There are certainly more beautiful places and attractions to see in Tokyo and the surrounding area, but it's definitely worth it for a half day.

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Jill Jun 2025

We had a great day on Miyajima. Kaori our private guide made our tour in Hiroshima and Miyajima flow smoothly, saving us time and trouble free. Our tour coincided with the Emperor’s visit which could have been complicated but thanks to Kaori, we had no problems. She communicated with us many times prior to the day and rearranged timing to suit us. Kaori was kind enough to book lunch at a Japanese French fusion restaurant we would not have found ourselves. Her general knowledge of history was impressive, as well as knowing where to get the freshest oyster and refill lemon beers!

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Dan Dec 2024

I did two tours with Ai and both were incredibly fun!

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David Alter Oct 2019

I'll keep it short and simple. This was a very good experience. The guide was helpful and knowledgable. He had good communication skills and I would book with this company again.

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Jessica Aug 2022

Taiyo was absolutely wonderful and flexible with all our needs. He was knowledgeable and knew the area well. Due to COVID, the regular restaurants on the tour were not open so he needed to find new places to go. It seemed as though he was scrambling last minute to find places so some pre-planning would have been appreciated. He could have checked restaurants ahead of time to find places that were open.

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Mary Nov 2019

Overall the tour was really fun. we went to some shrines and temples. We also went to a Fukuoka handcraft center and we ate some local food. It was a really enjoyable experience. Sato san catered the tour to our request and even gave my son nice surprises. It was very thoughtful of her.

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Fabio, Jun 2025

An interesting trip with lots to see, well explained by the tour guide who was very friendly and helpful. There are certainly more beautiful places and attractions to see in Tokyo and the surrounding area, but it's definitely worth it for a half day.

Jill, Jun 2025

We had a great day on Miyajima. Kaori our private guide made our tour in Hiroshima and Miyajima flow smoothly, saving us time and trouble free. Our tour coincided with the Emperor’s visit which could have been complicated but thanks to Kaori, we had no problems. She communicated with us many times prior to the day and rearranged timing to suit us. Kaori was kind enough to book lunch at a Japanese French fusion restaurant we would not have found ourselves. Her general knowledge of history was impressive, as well as knowing where to get the freshest oyster and refill lemon beers!

Dan, Dec 2024

I did two tours with Ai and both were incredibly fun!

David Alter, Oct 2019

I'll keep it short and simple. This was a very good experience. The guide was helpful and knowledgable. He had good communication skills and I would book with this company again.

Jessica, Aug 2022

Taiyo was absolutely wonderful and flexible with all our needs. He was knowledgeable and knew the area well. Due to COVID, the regular restaurants on the tour were not open so he needed to find new places to go. It seemed as though he was scrambling last minute to find places so some pre-planning would have been appreciated. He could have checked restaurants ahead of time to find places that were open.

Mary , Nov 2019

Overall the tour was really fun. we went to some shrines and temples. We also went to a Fukuoka handcraft center and we ate some local food. It was a really enjoyable experience. Sato san catered the tour to our request and even gave my son nice surprises. It was very thoughtful of her.