Private Tour
Hiroshima History Tour : A-Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial & City
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Join a private 3 or 4hour walking tour through Hiroshima guided by Japanese locals with deep personal ties to the city.
Some of our guides are second-generation atomic bomb survivors, or have family members affected by the atomic bombing. What we share are not scripted narratives, but perspectives passed down quietly through families and everyday life.
Visit the World Heritage Site of the Atomic Bomb Dome and reflect at Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Along the way, explore local streets, experience regional culture, and enjoy thoughtful conversation with your guide. This tour is flexible and fully customizable to your pace and interests, whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or with family.
This experience goes beyond historical facts and famous landmarks. You’ll hear stories shaped by memory, silence, and resilience—offering a deeper understanding of Hiroshima’s past, present, and message for the future.
Additional Info
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
Please do not participate if you have cold symptoms
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
The first city in the world to have been hit by an Atomic Bomb. You will see the facts through exhibits, paintings by A-bomb survivors, and data. It is a museum that makes a big difference whether you visit here or not.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Stroll the park and visit several monuments. The strength of the recovery from the tragic past and the beauty of the park today. Please listen to the stories and thoughts that only someone who grew up in Hiroshima can tell.
What‘s Included
Guide (English, Japanese)
Customize in advance
Entry fee of Peace Memorial Museum(SKIP LINE) and Shukkeien
Photo data of the tour
Private transportation
Any food or drink are not included
Tips
Optional: Bus, Tram or taxis if needed
Meeting at Itsukaichi Port incurs an additional charge to pick up, payable in cash on the day.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
4 hours Tour
Duration: 4 hours: For relaxing time or in a wheelchair-bound.
You can choose Mitaki-ji Temple instead of castle & Shukkeien.
Pickup included
3 hours Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Pickup included
Reviews
42 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour of Hiroshima!
Lee M,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My tour guide was Yuka. We went on a tour of the historical sites of Hiroshima, going back centuries up to the modern history of Hiroshima today. It is a hard tour emotionally. Yuka was an exceptional guide; professional, knowledgeable and friendly. I cannot thank her enough for her efforts. I highly recommend this tour based on its itinerary and the guides like Yuka, who complete the experience with their knowledge.
An intimate perspective on Hiroshima
Safari694439,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Masa was very helpful and informative as she guided us around Hiroshima. She shared with us some of her personal family history with events of August 1945 and made it very relatable to us.
I highly recommend...
Sarah B,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I highly recommend booking this tour with Naomi! Naomi was knowledgeable and passionate about her City and its history. She speaks great English and it was wonderful to spend the day with her - we saw more of Hiroshima than we would have on our own. Naomi was very helpful to get a deeper understanding of the bombs horrific, lasting impact but also Hiroshima’s resilience and heart. We were able to have a stronger connection to the history and stories than we would have been able to without Naomi as our guide. The work of the museum and guides like Naomi to share history and advocate for peace is incredibly important. I highly recommend booking a private tour with Naomi, especially since you are supporting a small business rather than a large tour company. Naomi also hosts home stays at her rice farm - I look forward to visiting her during our next trip to Japan!
A truly worthwhile experience.
dim724,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Masa was a font of knowledge about Hiroshima and its past. We could not believe how lucky we were to be greeted at our accommodation’s door by her smiling face and welcoming manner. Masa shared her deep insight, personal history and knowledge with us which we appreciate greatly. This tour, with Masa as your guide, is a must when visiting Hiroshima to gain an understanding of Japan and world history. Thank you Masa.
Masa was a wonderful tour...
Natasha D,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Masa was a wonderful tour guide. Being a descendant of survivors of the bombing she has a deeply personal connection and her stories were profoundly impactful. Masa was engaging and charismatic and we all loved her. Wish we could have spent more time with her as her insights on all things related to Japanese culture were invaluable. We hope to return and spend more time learning about Hiroshima and if we do we will definitely be contacting her to be our personal guide. Thank you again Masa for the best day of our Japan trip so far!
Hiroshima History Tour
Mobile616474,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our afternoon tour with Naomi was excellent. She was proactive in communicating prior to the tour with additional options about a speech from a Hiroshima survivor, if we were interested. She had an excellent knowledge of Hiroshima and was able to impart her knowledge of the history of Hiroshima. Her English was very clear and she was able to communicate about the tour easily.
A must do tour!!!
mpham81,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Masa was amazing!!! Full of facts and knowledge and having personal first hand experience of the devastation caused by the atomic bomb made it even more relatable! We had such a great day with Masa (even though it poured all day with rain) she made every minute enjoyable! We couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide!!!!! A day we’ll never forget 🥰🥰
Excellent tour guide who told us the stories we needed to know, and kept everyone in grp aged 14-80 yrs old — engaged!
154roslynp,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yuka was an excellent and very knowledgeable guide! There were 10 of us in total including my father-in-law who is in a wheelchair and 4 teenagers. But Yuka handled everything very efficiently including timing our 4 hour tour perfectly, and she picked us up and brought us back to the station, for which we were very appreciative. Her stories about Hiroshima gave amazing context, and it would have been a different experience for all of us had we not known those stories! Highly recommend 👍👍👍
Meaningful and Educational
AC3NJ,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aya was the perfect guide for our visit to Hiroshima. She taught us a tremendous amount about the effects on Hiroshima when the Atomic bomb was dropped and the after effects in the years afterwards. She also added how her own family was impacted which added greatly to our understanding. We started our visit in the beautiful Shukkeien Garden and finished in the Museum. Aya made a reservation for us at an Okonomiyaki restaurant that was perfect.
Seeing Hiroshima Through Masa’s Story
Road33448395687,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour of Hiroshima with Masa was an incredibly meaningful and memorable experience. What made it especially powerful was learning that her own family was personally affected by the atomic bomb — it brought a depth and humanity to the history that you simply can’t get from books or museums alone. Masa was very knowledgeable, sharing not just historical facts but personal perspectives with honesty and care. As a Japanese person who also understands the Western perspective, she explained things in a way that felt balanced, accessible, and thoughtful. She created a space where we felt comfortable asking questions, no matter how sensitive, and answered everything with genuine openness and respect. It was an emotional and deeply moving experience that we’ll carry with us for a long time. If you have the chance to explore Hiroshima with Masa, it’s something truly special.
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