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Private Miyajima: Itsukushima Shrine, Island Nature & Local Guide

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Private Miyajima: Itsukushima Shrine, Island Nature & Local Guide

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–10
Guide
Japanese, English
Operated by
Local Gem Tour Hiroshima

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Itsukushima shrine admission
  • Included: Japanese Local Tour Guide
  • Included: Customize in advance
  • Included: Pick up on foot

Not included

  • Not included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Basic (non-JR Pass users)/ JR Pass users: visitor's tax ¥100/person
  • Not included: Private transportation: Optional: fast boats, direct boats or taxis (¥2500~¥8500/one way)
  • Not included: Meals
  • Not included: Tips

Itinerary

  1. Hiroshima

    one hour

    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.

  2. Miyajima

    30 min

    Visit a spiritual island "MIYAJIMA" that has been revered as the gods' island since ancient times. Deer, the messengers of the gods, welcome you!

  3. Itsukushima Shrine Torii

    15 min

    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!

  4. Itsukushima Shrine

    30 min Admission included

    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!

  5. Daishoin Temple

    45 min

    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!

  6. Senjokaku

    20 min Admission not included

    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.

  7. Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street

    40 min

    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.

  8. Miyajima Port Sambashi Bridge

    one hour

    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.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Sotetsu Fresa Inn Hiroshima Ekimae
  • Hotel LiveMax Premium Hiroshima
  • Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
  • ANA Crowne Plaza Hiroshima by IHG
  • The Knot Hiroshima
  • APA Hotel Hiroshima Ekimae Ohashi
  • RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima
  • Hotel Granvia Hiroshima
  • Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel
  • Hilton Hiroshima

and 4 more pickup points

Pick up on foot.

Not listed hotel: please let us know.

Coming from another city: Hiroshima Station is the best meeting point.

⚠️Meeting at Itsukaichi Port incurs an additional charge of JPY 2,000, payable in cash on the day.

⚠️ 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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • 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

Traveller ratings

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