Hiroshima Tour: Hidden Gems and Local Culture

Discover Hiroshima’s charm on a walking tour through historic roads, backstreets, and atomic bomb sites. Experience Japan’s unique culture and history firsthand.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Hiroshima Kinzagai Shop Street - The tour begins at Hondori Shopping Arcade, the busiest street in Hiroshima. A brief introduction to Hiroshima Prefecture will be given, followed by a historical overview of Hondori Shopping Arcade and its key attractions as we walk.
  • Ebisu Shrine - Ebisu Shrine has been a cherished part of the local community for around 400 years. It is revered by the people of Hiroshima as a deity of business prosperity.
  • Catholic Noboricho Church, Memorial Cathedral for World Peace - The Memorial Cathedral for World Peace was built to honor the victims of the atomic bombing and to pray for global peace. It is the first post-war building to be designated as an Important Cultural Property.
  • Fukuya, Hatchobori Honten - This building has been preserved and continues to serve as a testament to the impact of the atomic bombing.
  • Okonomimura - Okonomimura features restaurants where you can savor Hiroshima’s local dish, okonomiyaki. We’ll explain what okonomiyaki is and its history, and you can also tour the inside of the building.
What's Included
  • guide fee
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Discover a Different Side of Hiroshima! This tour provides a unique opportunity to experience daily life in Hiroshima while appreciating its beauty. Stroll along historic roads from the samurai era and explore serene backstreets, visiting hidden treasures like Ebisu Shrine and the Memorial Cathedral for World Peace.

Engage with locals at tea shops specializing in tea ceremony utensils, a stamp maker, and immerse yourself in Japan’s unique culture. Visit the renowned Okonomimura to explore the okonomiyaki stalls, a local Hiroshima specialty. Additionally, visit historically significant sites related to the atomic bomb and witness Hiroshima’s remarkable reconstruction. This tour goes beyond typical tourist attractions, offering a chance to truly understand Hiroshima’s essence.

Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers, this is a wonderful opportunity to explore Hiroshima’s charming streets and meet its friendly people. We look forward to welcoming you!

Location
Starbucks Coffee - Hiroshima Hondori
Your guide will be waiting for you on the road in front of Starbucks Hiroshima Hondori Store. I will be carrying a red stuff of the local baseball team, Hiroshima Carp.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Cruiser56317598316
Jun 4, 2024
A wonderful small walking trip in Hiroshima - Sachi gave me a wonderful gift today. Most of the places Sachi showed me today are places where local Japanese people visit and live every day. Some of the places are unique to Hiroshima. A small shrine, ordinary lunch spots, a church that praying for peace, etc. Seeing these everyday scenes made me love Japan even more. I highly recommend this city walking trip to foreigners who want to know more about Japan. Thank you, Sachi.
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Connie_h
Jun 4, 2024
A delightful and informative walking tour - I enjoyed a wonderful walking tour with Sachi and her colleague. They showed me historical parts of the city I would've never found, including the Ebisu Shrine and Memorial Cathedral for World Peace. We also visited the famous Okonomimura food stalls, a tea shop, and stamp maker. Along the way, they shared historical insights and were a delight to meet. Anyone looking for a quiet walk to significant points of interest off the beaten path will enjoy this 2 hour walking tour.
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T-minato
Jun 3, 2024
Enjoyable Tour - We had a wonderful time with Sachi. She is friendly and caring. The tour is well organized and enjoyable. We learned a lot about Hiroshima's history, culture, and local food. Great experience!
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Trek25489239598
Jun 1, 2024
The place known by locals rather than a famous tourist spot - Sachi was a wonderful tour guide!  Her explanation was incredibly understandable. She provided a lot of history and interesting information to us. we are pleased to be able to visit the place known by locals rather than a famous tourist spot. We were impressed by all spots which we visit. Especially, personal seal (called as Hanko) store where we stop by on the way was very impressive. there were many cool designs. we can feel Japanese traditional skills. I highly recommend participating this tour.
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