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Autumn Serenity in Hiroshima and Miyajima
5 days · 6 stops · ¥85,000–¥120,000 · 2 views
Experience the tranquility of Hiroshima and Miyajima as the autumn leaves paint the landscape in vibrant hues. Immerse yourself in the rich history, serene temples, and breathtaking views.
Days
Shukkeien Garden
Hiroshima
Jakub Hałun / CC BY-SA 4.0
Schedule
Day 01 of 05🛬
Arrive 11:00 · first activity from 13:30
2.5h customs + airport transit buffer
Land at HIJ · Wed, Nov 18 · from JFK · 1 traveler
Renting a car? Check the license rules
Some licenses (FR/DE/CH/BE/TW) need a JAF translation, not an IDP — 5-min guide.
Stay
Hiroshima · 4 nights
Wed, Nov 18 → Sun, Nov 22 · 1 guest
13:30
EXPLORE
縮景園
Stay ~1h 15m
Hiroshima Station
Start your journey by immersing in the tranquility of Shukkeien Garden, which will be beautifully adorned with autumn foliage. The garden offers a peaceful escape and a gentle introduction to Hiroshima's serene beauty.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Hiroshima & Miyajima · Days 1–2
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Shimanami Kaido · Day 3
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Hiroshima & Miyajima · Days 4–5
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Rental car: pick up in Shimanami Kaido (Day 3), drop off at the end of Day 3. Skip it for the city legs.
Browse rental cars on Klook →Getting around
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Rental car recommended
Several stops on this route are in rural areas with limited rail access. A rental car from the nearest city hub gives you the freedom to reach places no bus serves.
Browse rental cars on Klook →01 / 05
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Trip budget · お見積り
¥11,000–¥21,000 / person / day
¥55,000–¥105,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 5 travel legs and 4 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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