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Miyajima Half-day Trip Historical Walking Tour
MagicalTrip's small-group half day on Miyajima: the ferry from Miyajimaguchi, Itsukushima Shrine, Daishoin Temple, Momijidani Park, Senjokaku and food tasting on Omotesando.
US$104 each · US$208 for two · Taxi ~35 min from the ship
Fits a 9-hour call instead: Private Hiroshima Peace Memorial & City Tour with Local Guide · US$113 each · US$226 for two →
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Most listings let you reserve now and pay later, and cancel free up to 24 hours before. Your ship's berth or time can change; a reservation costs nothing to hold.
Not at the pier: about 35 minutes by taxi
Measured from Ujina cruise terminal, where most ships here dock.
Coming backAllow the same ~35 minutes back to the ship, and aim to be there an hour before all-aboard.
Fare from the official meter tariff in force since 2025-12-05, for the road distance; traffic, tolls and night surcharges are extra.
- A guide explains the shrine and the Buddhist side of the island, at most 6 guests per group.
- Shrine and temple entry and a local lunch, including oysters and fried momiji manju, are included.
- 367 reviews average 4.9; it was open on 20 of the 22 Hiroshima ship days we checked.
Couples on a call of 10 hours or more who choose Miyajima over the Peace Park.
It meets at the lockers outside JR Miyajimaguchi Station, which the record says is 30 mins by JR from Hiroshima Station, so from Ujina you first get to Hiroshima Station and then ride the train. The ferry, 500 yen return, is extra. The record gives no start time; check it against your all-aboard. Not suitable for people with mobility issues.
The day, stop by stop
- Miyajima · 1 hrStart Miyajima Walking Tour After gathering, we will board a ferry to Miyajima. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea and the iconic Otorii, Miyajima's symbol, during the boat ride. Upon reaching Miyajima, friendly deer will welcome you.
- Itsukushima · 1 hrWe'll stroll along the coast to the Otorii Gate and then proceed to Itsukushima Shrine.
- Itsukushima Shrine · 1 hrLet's take a picture with the shrine as a backdrop! Constructed during the Heian period (794-1192), the shrine's distinctive architecture, resilient to the tides' ebb and flow, adds to its allure.
- Daishoin Temple · 30 minYour local guide will explain on Buddhism and the statues. Daisho-in Temple is the main temple of the Omuro school of Shingon Buddhism, located in Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The name of the temple is Takiyama, and it is also known as Takiyama Daisho-in Suisei-ji Temple.
- Momijidani Park · 30 minTake photos here
- Senjokaku · 30 minExplanation of the visit Senjamikaku is the common name for the main hall of Itsukushima Shrine's Terminal Shrine, Toyokuni Shrine, a shrine building located on Itsukushima in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. It is the common name for the main building of Toyokuni Shrine, the last shrine of Itsukushima Shrine.
- Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street · 1 hrGet local street food in Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street A bustling shopping street. Lined with souvenir stores and food stalls offering grilled oysters and other delicacies.
- Tour photos
- Entrance fee to all shrines, temples and museum in the tour
- A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
- Hiroshima Local Lunch
- Additional foods and drinks (Avaible for purchase)
- Ferry fee to Miyajima (500yen ($4) round-trip)
Guide languages: English. Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Run by MagicalTrip Inc..
What you will see
Our own guides to the stops — so you know what you are booking before you book it.
~6h door to doorMiyajima & Itsukushima shrine
The vermilion gate in the sea, deer on the sand, oyster smoke in the lanes.
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add ~30 min on the islandGrilled oysters on Miyajima
Fat Hiroshima oysters over charcoal, in the shell, two for pocket change.
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on your Miyajima tripMomiji manju, fresh off the iron
Maple-leaf cakes filled with bean paste — Fujiiya bakes them in view on Miyajima.
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Booked through Viator (a Tripadvisor company). There is rarely a tour desk at the pier, so book before you sail.
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Before you book
Is the Miyajima Half-day Trip Historical Walking Tour worth it from the Hiroshima cruise port?
MagicalTrip's small-group half day on Miyajima: the ferry from Miyajimaguchi, Itsukushima Shrine, Daishoin Temple, Momijidani Park, Senjokaku and food tasting on Omotesando. Best for: Couples on a call of 10 hours or more who choose Miyajima over the Peace Park.
How long a port call do I need for this tour?
About 10 hours. The tour runs 5 hr 30 min; add half an hour to get off the ship, about 35 minutes each way between the pier and the start and keep the hour before all-aboard free. 5.5 hours on the tour plus the trip from Ujina to Miyajimaguchi and back and the margin before all-aboard: about 10 hours in port.
Can I cancel if my ship skips the port?
The operator's policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What should I know before booking?
It meets at the lockers outside JR Miyajimaguchi Station, which the record says is 30 mins by JR from Hiroshima Station, so from Ujina you first get to Hiroshima Station and then ride the train. The ferry, 500 yen return, is extra. The record gives no start time; check it against your all-aboard. Not suitable for people with mobility issues.
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