Private tour in Hiroshima Alexander K
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Explore Hiroshima’s history, culture, and scenic islands—on foot or by bike—with a guide who has lived here for more than 20 years. I grew up in the Netherlands and worked as a light engineer before discovering Hiroshima—a city whose beauty and resilience captured my heart. Since then, I’ve built a life here with my family, raising children near Peace Memorial Park and once living with a Hibakusha. These experiences give me a personal bond with Hiroshima’s story of peace and recovery. As a former educator and a student of Tea Ceremony and Ikebana, I bring a perspective that blends culture, history, and daily life. Guiding has become a natural extension of my life here, and I enjoy helping travelers experience Hiroshima and Miyajima in a way that is meaningful, authentic, and unforgettable.
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Escape the crowds and discover the slow life of the Seto Inland Sea. While most travelers stay on Hiroshima’s main sights, we take a scenic ferry across the bay to Etajima and Nomi for a relaxed island adventure beyond the usual route. This 6-hour e-bike experience follows quiet coastal roads past oyster farms, fishing harbors, shipyards, olive groves, and open sea views—far from the city’s pace. The ride is comfortable and unhurried, using quality pedal-assist e-bikes to enjoy the scenery with ease. The 6 hours include ferry crossings, café stops, time for lunch, and plenty of time off the bike to relax and explore. All ferry and cycling logistics are handled for you, allowing the day to flow smoothly. Start times can be adjusted to suit your schedule, including for cruise passengers, with careful planning for a timely return. This tour offers a peaceful, authentic side of Hiroshima that most visitors never experience.
Meeting & Setup Meet at Hiroshima Port (Ujina), where we prepare the bicycles and helmets before boarding the ferry. Ferry Crossing Enjoy a scenic ferry ride across the Seto Inland Sea, with open views of Hiroshima Bay and the surrounding islands. Island Ride We begin cycling along quiet coastal “Blue Line” roads, passing shipyards, olive groves, fishing harbors, and the floating oyster rafts that define this region. Café & Lunch We stop for coffee at a seaside café and take time for lunch at a local island restaurant, where guests can choose what they like (meal paid locally; vegetarian and vegan options available). Return Ride We continue along gentle coastal paths and hidden beaches before returning by ferry to Hiroshima, timed to suit your schedule or cruise departure.
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Ferry to the islands We travel by comfortable passenger ferry from Hiroshima Port, with indoor seating and wide windows offering scenic views across Hiroshima Bay. Bicycles We ride our bikes straight onto the ferry, making the transition from city to islands smooth and easy. I take care of all cycling and ferry arrangements, so you can simply enjoy the ride and the scenery.
Hiroshima, Hiroshima, 734-0011, Japan
Meeting Point We meet at Hiroshima Port (Ujina Ferry Terminal), a clean seaside terminal with a café, bakery, vending machines, restrooms, and an indoor waiting area. Access Reach the terminal by tram lines 1 or 5 (about 40 minutes), bus lines 21-1 or 21-2 (about 35 minutes), or taxi (about 25 minutes). Please arrive 15–20 minutes before departure. Ferry time will be confirmed in advance. Cruise passengers I can meet you directly at the Ujina cruise terminal.
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