Itinerary
4 days · 9 stops · ¥60,000–¥100,000
Thu, Sep 17 – Sun, Sep 20
Four days tracing the arc of Hiroshima's history and Miyajima's sacred island — from the Peace Park to hidden pagodas, with grilled oysters and a fire festival lighting the way.
Days

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Hiroshima
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Schedule
Day 01 of 04Land at HIJ · Thu, Sep 17 · 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 · 1 night
Thu, Sep 17 → Fri, Sep 18 · 1 guest
EXPLORE
広島平和記念公園
Stay ~1h 30m
Hondōri Station
Afternoon arrival sets a contemplative tone — walk the park and see the A-Bomb Dome before the crowds thin.
Getting around
JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass (7-Day)
Matched to your route — one pass instead of point-to-point tickets on the rail legs.
View JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass (7-Day) →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.
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Trip budget · お見積り
¥11,500–¥22,500 / person / day
¥45,000–¥90,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 8 travel legs and 3 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
Before you go
✓ Matched to your route
JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass (7-Day)
Covers the rail legs on this route — one pass instead of point-to-point tickets.
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Get Around
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Stay Hidden
Sleep in a centuries-old ryokan. Tatami floors, onsen, and a 7-course kaiseki.
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