Hiroshima Local guided Hiking Tour&Open-air Tea Ceremony
Overview
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3 hours
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A hikinig tour through the crisp morning air of Mt. Futaba, a forest of sacred trees rich in nature. Enjoy the Nodate, open-air tea ceremony performed by a local tour guide on the mountaintops overlooking Hiroshima City and the Seto Inland Sea.
This is a morning hiking tour through Mt. Futaba.
Admire the majestic and elegant architecture of Hiroshima Toshogu Shrine, and learn about the history of the castle town of Hiroshima from the Shinto priests.
At Kinko Inari Shrine where more than 100 bright red torii gates are lined, we will trek hike through and visit seven gods.
Enjoy the panoramic view of Hiroshima City, the Seto Inland Sea, and Miyajima at the top of Mt.Futaba.
Let's start a special day with the wonderful view and Matcha!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You need to go up 500 steps on this hike.
Travelers 0-5 years old can participate for free.
More than 10 minutes late to your reservation without any contacts will be automatically cancelled, and 100% of the fee will be charged.
5% of the fee will be donated to Futaba Mountain's conservation activities.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
[07:30/10:00/13:00] Introduce each other and tour guide will explain the hiking route at the meeting point
Hiroshima Toshogu
[07:50/10:20/13:20] Visit Hiroshima Toshogu Shrine to learn and appreciate important cultural assets
What‘s Included
Guide fee, Matcha, insurance, an open‐air tea ceremony
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Hiroshima Local guided Hiking Tour&Open-air Tea Ceremony
Reviews
213 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Heartwarming, authentic, and beautifully guided
marcodI7301VC,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful morning in the mountains of Hiroshima on the Asageshiki Tour with Naomi. From the pick-up at Hiroshima Station, we walked to the Toshogu Shrine, where Naomi explained the history and meaning of this special place in a way that was easy to follow and genuinely interesting. As we continued uphill toward the Peace Pagoda, we passed several smaller shrines, each with its own significance. What stood out was that Naomi also shared how she and a group of local people help maintain the path—something that made the experience feel personal and rooted in the community. It was clear these places and the surrounding nature are very close to her heart. We also took time for a short meditation, which was surprisingly powerful and engaged all the senses. On the way back down, Naomi prepared a beautiful tea ceremony and explained the meaning and preparation with real passion and care. This tour was far more moving than I expected. I can highly recommend it and I’m very grateful to Naomi for her dedication and warmth. A truly special memory.
Great hike with fantastic views!
Reebz S,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour is excellent! Great way to start the day. My guide Michi was so nice and sweet. The views from the top of the mountain are fantastic. I highly recommend this tour.
Morning bliss 🔆
rogerd571,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Transcending morning bliss visiting several shrines climbing all the way up to the top of Futabayam a hills peace tower. A morning wake up hike and ended with sweets and matcha tea by Stephanie. Thank you for the wonderful day Stephanie 🙏☺️
Great and special experience in Hiroshima
kristinak977,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a real pleasure to make the tour and the tea ceremony with Ms. Michi. Such a lovely person!! We had great weather and a fantastic view over Hiroshima. The forestbreathing was also a very spiritual experience and the tea ceremony was a great highlight. Thank you for the wonderful tour!!!
A great tour
dhalaa,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great. We walked through the temple, up the stairs, our guide knew everything and was very patient. If you want a great tour, book this one
Wonderful hike and forest bathing!
badgerdug,,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thoroughly recommend this tour, Michi was a delightful and informative guide who clearly loves nature and the environment. The short but strenuous hike is well worth it for the lovely views and visit to the forest and Peace Pagoda.
A nice tour with many features
Kilian D,,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A nice hiking in a mountain featuring a great shrine. We received some historical explanations and fun facts and did some activities, like a very appreciated tea ceremony after the hiking with some treats.
There was a healing place right near Hiroshima station!
Stay60688768929,,Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We met at Hiroshima station at 7:30 and walked to Toshogu Shrine, which is a 10-minute walk away. Hearing about the history of Toshogu Shrine and its hidden secrets, we started tracking it. There are seven shrines dedicated to the gods of advancement, moxibustion, health and money. There was a Buddha sariras tower at the top, and Hiroshima city was very beautiful from here. After that, experience using your senses. It is something I use every day, but by concentrating on one thing again, there was something new to hear and see. At the end, we made matcha and had a look around Hiroshima city. That's when Dr. Yellow unexpectedly passes! It was a great experience!
natashae712,,Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michi was an absolutely fantastic guide. She was so friendly and knowledgeable and we felt that she genuinely loved being a guide. The tour itself was great, but our highlights have to be the tea ceremony with Hiroshima as a back drop and forest bathing which was a first for us.
A Beautiful and Comprehensive Hike through History and Culture of Hiroshima
danielaiH5666KL,,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such a special tour of Mt Futaba and Hiroshima! Our guide Stephanie was warm, personable, and very knowledgeable about the events, traditions, and culture of Hiroshima throughout various periods of Japanese history. The hike was beautiful and Stephanie made sure to let us stop often to learn, experience, and take many photos. She led us through a beautiful forest meditation in which we were able to rely on our senses and connect with the forest, and she ended the hike with a lovely tea ceremony in which she even taught us how to prepare our own matcha. The climb was not very strenuous, but was very beautiful and very informative. Thank you so much again, Stephanie!
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