Private Tour of Hiroshima and Kure for One Day

Kure Maritime Museum (Yamato Museum)

Set to reopen on Thursday, April 23, 2026! Established in 2005, the Kure Maritime Museum features numerous displays that highlight Kure's history, particularly the advancements in military shipbuilding and steel production that formed the city's foundation and reflect Japan's modernization during the Meiji era (1868–1912).

JMSDF Kure Museum (Iron Whale Museum)

This museum aims to educate personnel of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) and enhance public understanding through comprehensive PR activities. The museum showcases and preserves JMSDF materials and seeks to foster coexistence with the local community.

Kawajiri Brush Making Museum

The museum presents materials related to brushes and brush-making in Kawajiri-cho, Kure City, recognized as "national traditional crafts." Visitors can explore the tools and materials used in brush-making, gaining insight into the entire production process. Additionally, it features numerous works from contemporary calligraphers. Located next to the Noro Kogen Lodge, the museum includes a training room (fees applicable) that serves as a spacious meeting area.

Mitarai Area

The Hill Overlooking History Park offers a stunning 360-degree view of the Seto Inland Sea. Situated in Mitarai within Kure City on Osaki Shimojima Island, part of the seven islands linked by the Tobishima Kaido bridges, the park is perched on a hill where visitors can admire the islands scattered across the sea.

Information about tour operator

• Name: H.I.S. Co.,Ltd.
• Address: Kamiyacho Trust Tower 5F 4-1-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-6905, JAPAN
• Registration Number: No.724 by Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency

Information about tour

• Place of Departure and Destination: HIROSHIMA, KURE
• Number of Days of Travel: 1 day
• Means of Transportation: Private Car
• Name of Private Car Company: Tsubame Kotsu Co., Ltd.
• Meals: (NONE)
• Number of Guide: 1

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Highlights

• Explore Kure city featuring the Yamato Museum and Iron Whale Museum
• Participate in brush-making at Kawajiri
• Wander through Mitarai Area, a port town situated in Osaki Shimojima
• An English-speaking guide is included, but we can check for the availability of a Chinese-speaking guide upon request

Itinerary

• Pick up at the Hotel near Hiroshima station (let us know if it's within 1km). Please wait in the lobby.
• Pick up at Hiroshima station shinkansen ticket gate(2nd floor)
• Free sightseeing in Kure city (Yamato Museum, Iron Whale Museum, 3 hours)
• Lunch is not included. Please take lunch by your own.
• Experience brush-making at Kawajiri (Admission fee is included, 60 minutes)
• Free sightseeing in the Mitarai area (60 minutes)
• Head back to Hiroshima Station (90 minutes)
• Ends at Hiroshima Station
• Ends at hotel around Hiroshima Station

Price Details

Included

• Experience fees
• Guide
• Car fare

Not included

• Personal expenses
• Lunch
• Beverages

Important Information

Customer Guidelines:

1. Please ensure you arrive promptly at the designated meeting place.

1. Please be aware that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience high levels of congestion.

1. The schedule may be subject to sudden changes or shorter visit durations due to reasons such as traffic congestion.

1. Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).

1. Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations.

1. In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.

1. Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.

Note: These guidelines are provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you for your cooperation.

Purchase Notice

• This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
• You can customize it as you like. If you have any requests please let us know in advance.
• If you want to change your schedule even on the tour day, your guide is always happy to help you.
• You can skip the spot where you don't go (※in this case we do not refund any fees) or change it with another place.
• If you add some new spots by your request, please pay the ticket fee on the spot. (Note that you may need to pay extra transportation fee)

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 11 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 10 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 100% cancellation fee