Hiroshima Tour: A-Bomb Survivor Stories

Explore Hiroshima’s history and culture with local guides. Customize your tour for a unique experience. Discover hidden gems and iconic sites.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum - Known as the first city globally to experience an atomic bomb attack. Visitors can explore the facts through exhibits, artwork by A-bomb survivors, and detailed data. Visiting this museum offers a profound experience.
  • Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park - Enjoy a walk through the park and explore various monuments….
What's Included
  • Guide (English, Japanese)
  • Customize in advance
  • Entry fee of Peace Memorial Museum (SKIP LINE) and Shukkeien
  • Photo data of the tour
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Tips
  • Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
  • Meeting at Itsukaichi Port incurs an additional charge to pick up, payable in cash on the day.
Additional Information

Embark on a private 3 to 4-hour walking tour of Hiroshima, led by Japanese locals with profound personal connections to the city. Some guides are second-generation atomic bomb survivors or have family members impacted by the atomic bombing. They offer not scripted stories, but insights quietly passed down through generations and daily life.
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Location
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
1-2 Nakajima-cho, Naka-ku,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Theadventuresofzana
Jan 12, 2026
A moving journey through Hiroshima with Masa - ​Our visit to Hiroshima was made so much more meaningful thanks to our tour with Masa from Local Gem Tours. While we learned a lot about the history, seeing the city through the eyes of a local really made the experience for us. ​Masa was so kind to share personal stories about her and her family’s experiences, which gave us a perspective you just won’t find on the internet. It was such a privilege to hear these stories which turned the history into something deeply human and moving that we’ll never forget. ​Masa also went out of her way to help us with the rest of our stay, pointing out great local eating spots and giving us useful tips for our visit to Miyajima Island the next day. ​It was so great having a genuine local for our tour with her love for the city really evident. This was such a memorable and moving tour that will stay with us for a long time. If you're in Hiroshima, definitely book a tour with Masa!
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461blaker
Jan 4, 2026
Great tour of the peace museum and memorial! - Great experience going on this tour with Masa! She’s incredibly knowledgeable on the subject and took the time to walk us through everything leading up to the bombing and the aftermath. She also brings a unique perspective as a 2nd generation survivor, telling us her family’s experience living within the blast zone during the attack. 110% recommend booking this tour!
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806jpr
Dec 18, 2025
The ONLY way to see Hiroshima 🌟 - I solo travel A LOT. So I know what I want in a guide. It's a connection, a friendship and the provision of a memorable experience, tailored to me and my interests. Let me tell you... MASA is one of the BEST guides I've had throughout my many years of solo travel. She is knowledgeable, warm, kind, bursting with positive energy and... Hiroshima (and what happened there) is a very personal topic for her and her family. She presents the information neutrally and advocates for peace. We shared that, and an absolutely unforgettable day that has been the best moment of my long-awaited Japan trip. The Michelin Guide for food gives 3 stars for restaurants they recommend a foodie make a special out-of-the-way excursion to try... I give Masa and her company 3 stars for a tour that's worth coming to Hiroshima and experiencing, even if it wasn't in your original itinerary. Don't miss out!
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Erik_h
Nov 25, 2025
Great Guide - Our guide was Yuka. She was so wonderful and taught us so much about the people, the bomb, the dome, and the buildings. She took us through the museum as well. And she took us to Shukkeien Park for the Momiji festival, which was astoundingly beautiful. Had an incredible time with a very accommodating guide. Thanks, Yuka!!
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Carlos_c
Nov 17, 2025
Fantastic Afternoon - The information was delivery in a well organized way Tour guide very pleasant and legible on the history of the town.
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Storyteller713597
Nov 16, 2025
Unforgettable experience - What an amazing experience. Masa is a true local guide and she has a very real story to tell. The best guide we've had in Japan.
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Meletts9547
Nov 4, 2025
A memorable tour of Hiroshima. - We really enjoyed Masa’s guidance on our Hiroshima tour. We found her to be a very informative and delightful guide - we learned so much, and fell in love with Hiroshima! We also appreciated Masa helping us find our way to Miyajima after our tour concluded, aswell as advising us on spots to visit there too. We highly recommend Masa-san!
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Andreamg3121gj
Oct 26, 2025
Our best tour in Japan! - Masa is a professional with incredible patience and gentleness. He has extensive knowledge about all the places we went, plus he gave us the privilege of hearing his family’s history and his local history in Hiroshima. He answered all our doubts with joy, took very nice pictures and even offered us delicious sweets! I recommend it 100%.
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Robert_c
Oct 18, 2025
Highly recommended - We had a fantastic afternoon with Masa. Her knowledge and viewpoint as a local together with her personal family connection made it all the more special and we finished with a fuller and better understanding and appreciation. We would highly recommend Masa and this tour to anyone
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Grandtour448165
Oct 17, 2025
Hiroshima peace park and museum - We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Masa today and would not hesitate to recommend to others. Her knowledge as a true local and personal connection to the tour made it all the more special, even to her recommendations for where to eat afterwards. Thanks again Masa for a great afternoon
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From $50
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).