Travel from Fukuoka or Osaka to Hiroshima by Shinkansen and spend a full day discovering two very different sides of the region. Visit Hiroshima’s most important historical landmarks, then head to scenic Miyajima to experience its famous shrine, ferry ride, and lively shopping street. With key attractions and free time included, this tour offers an easy way to experience the highlights of Hiroshima and Miyajima in one day.
⏰8:00 AM: Depart from Fukuoka by Shinkansen to Hiroshima
⏰8:00 AM: Depart from Osaka by Shinkansen to Hiroshima
⏰10:00 AM: Meet at the designated meeting point in Hiroshima and begin the day tour
✨Atomic Bomb Dome|25 minutes
Start your Hiroshima visit at the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome. This preserved building is one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks and an important reminder of Hiroshima’s history. Take a moment to view the historic structure up close and learn about its significance as part of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park.
✨Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum|60 minutes
Step inside the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum to learn more about the city’s history through photographs, personal belongings, historical materials, and survivor accounts. The museum offers a deeper look at Hiroshima’s past and provides an important perspective that complements your visit to the nearby memorial sites.
✨Ferry from Miyajima Pier to Itsukushima Shrine |15 minutes
Board a ferry from Miyajima Pier and travel across the Seto Inland Sea to Miyajima, with the ferry ticket included. Enjoy views of the surrounding islands and sea along the way, and watch for your first glimpse of Miyajima’s famous floating torii gate as you approach the island.
✨Itsukushima Shrine|60 minutes
Explore the iconic Itsukushima Shrine, one of Miyajima’s most famous landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built around the water, the shrine is known for its striking vermilion architecture and beautiful coastal setting. Take a walk through the shrine grounds and enjoy one of Japan’s most memorable traditional landscapes.
✨Miyajima Shopping Street|60 minutes
Enjoy free time along Miyajima’s lively shopping street, where you’ll find local snacks, souvenir shops, and traditional stores. Try popular island specialities such as fresh oysters and momiji manju, pick up a few souvenirs, or simply take your time exploring the streets at your own pace.
After exploring Hiroshima and Miyajima, return to the meeting point in Hiroshima. From historic landmarks and the Peace Memorial Museum to a scenic ferry ride, a world-famous shrine, and local food, this day tour brings together some of the most memorable experiences Hiroshima and Miyajima have to offer.