Hiroshima & Miyajima day trip from Osaka: Bullet Train included

The floating torii gate, the Atomic Bomb Dome, and the Seto Inland Sea in a single day from Osaka

A full-day tour from Osaka to Hiroshima and Miyajima Island by Shinkansen bullet train, with bilingual guide, ferry crossing, and shrine entry included. Board the high-speed train at Shin-Osaka Station, then travel by bus and ferry to Miyajima Island to visit the UNESCO-listed Itsukushima Shrine and wander streets lined with local food stalls. Return to Hiroshima for a guided walk through the Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome before the evening train back to Osaka.

Step-by-step itinerary

Osaka to Hiroshima and Miyajima tour

• Board Shinkansen at Shin-Osaka Station
• Travel by bus to ferry terminal
• Ferry ride to Miyajima Island
• Visit Itsukushima Shrine and explore island
• Ferry back to Hiroshima
• Guided tour of Peace Memorial Park
• Visit Atomic Bomb Dome
• Bus to Hiroshima Station
• Return by Shinkansen to Shin-Osaka Station

The experience

The Shinkansen departs Shin-Osaka Station and carries you through Japan's landscape to Hiroshima in comfort. Your ticket is included, so no separate booking needed. Once you arrive, a bilingual guide meets you and the day unfolds across three distinct places: the island, the shrine, and the memorial park. The ferry crossing the Seto Inland Sea is the hinge between them, and as you approach Miyajima Island, the floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine comes into view. This UNESCO World Heritage Site sits on the water itself, and the shrine entry is covered in your tour price.

On Miyajima Island you have ample free time to explore on your own terms. The traditional streets around the shrine are lined with shops and restaurants serving local specialties: grilled oysters and momiji manju, the sweet maple leaf-shaped cakes the island is known for, are worth seeking out. Wild deer roam freely through the streets and grounds, accustomed to visitors. After the ferry returns you to Hiroshima, the guide leads a walking tour of the Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome, a solemn UNESCO site that stands as a physical reminder of the city's history. The park itself holds monuments and spaces for reflection, and the guide provides context for what you're seeing.

Transport between each stop (bus from the station to the ferry terminal, ferry across the inland sea, bus around Hiroshima) is handled as part of the tour, and you return to Shin-Osaka Station by evening Shinkansen. The full day runs 11.5 hours from start to finish. Bring cash: some local vendors and smaller shops on Miyajima don't accept cards, and ATM access can be limited. Moderate fitness is needed for the walking portions, particularly in the Peace Memorial Park.

What’s included

• Round-trip Shinkansen bullet train tickets from Shin-Osaka Station (if option selected).
• round-trip ferry tickets to Miyajima Island.
• bilingual guide in English and Spanish.
• round-trip bus transport in Hiroshima.
• entrance fee to Itsukushima Shrine.

Options for this experience

2 options

Tour from HiroshimaGuide in English or Spanish · 10:00Departing from Hiroshima: This option does not include train tickets from Osaka, as the tour begins right in Hiroshima. Meeting point: Hiroshima Station, 1-2-37 Matsubara-cho, Minami Ward, Hiroshima, 732-0822, Japan

Bullet train day trip from Osaka to Hiroshima and MiyajimaGuide in English or Spanish · 08:15Full-day tour to Hiroshima and Miyajima departing from Osaka. This option includes the train ticket from Osaka. Meeting point: Shin-Osaka Station, Yodogawa Ward, Osaka, Japan

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:15 and 10:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 45

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Amigo Tours Japan

Is this one for you?Pick the Shinkansen option if you're starting from Osaka. Choose the Hiroshima start if you're already in the city or want to skip the train journey.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What is the floating torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine, and why is it famous?

The torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine is a massive wooden gate that stands in the water off Miyajima Island, appearing to float at high tide. It is one of Japan's most iconic landmarks and marks the entrance to the shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its unique waterside architecture and setting.

How much free time do I have on Miyajima Island to explore and eat?

The itinerary gives you ample free time on Miyajima Island to wander the traditional streets, visit shops, eat at local restaurants, and interact with the deer. The exact duration is not fixed, allowing you to set your own pace before the return ferry to Hiroshima.

Do I need to arrange my own lunch, or is it included?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. On Miyajima Island, you'll have time to buy food from the many restaurants and stalls lining the streets (oysters and momiji manju are local specialties worth trying), and you can eat at your own pace.

What happens at the Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima?

The Peace Memorial Park is a solemn historical site where your guide leads a walking tour. You'll visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and see memorials and monuments throughout the park. The guide provides historical context and cultural significance as you move through the space.

Can I choose to skip the Shinkansen and join the tour in Hiroshima instead?

Yes. The tour offers two purchase options: one includes round-trip Shinkansen tickets from Osaka, and the other starts directly at Hiroshima Station, where the guide will meet you. Choose the option that fits your travel plans.