The city is synonymous with steel works, shipbuilding and the battleship Yamato—the largest warship ever to set sail. It is also home to the Sempuku Brewery, whose motto is "the spirit of harmony."
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Private Plan for 1 Person
Private Plan for 2 or 3 People
Private Plan for 4 or 5 People
Private Plan for 6 or more
The Highlight
- Enjoy Kure city including Yamato Museum and Iron Whale Museum
- Experience brush-making at Kawajiri
- Strolling Mitarai Area, a port town located in Osaki Shimojima
- It basically comes with an English speaking guide however if you request, we will look for the availability of Chinese speaking guide either
The Experience
Kure Maritime Museum (Yamato Museum) Reopen on Thursday, April 23, 2026! The Kure Maritime Museum was opened in 2005. Its many exhibits showcase Kure’s history, in particular the advancements in military shipbuilding and steelmaking that were the foundation of the city’s development and representative of the country’s modernization during the Meiji era (1868–1912).
JMSDF Kure Museum (Iron Whale Museum) The aim of the museum is to educate Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) personnel and promote understanding by the public of JMSDF through extensive PR activities by exhibiting and preserving materials owned by JMSDF as well as contribute to coexistence with the region.
Kawajiri Brush Making Museum In addition to materials related to brushes and brush-making in Kawajiri-cho, Kure City, which have been designated as "national traditional crafts," the museum also exhibits the tools and materials used in brush-making, allowing visitors to learn about the entire manufacturing process. Many works by contemporary calligraphers are also on display. Adjacent to the Noro Kogen Lodge, the museum also has a training room (fees apply) that can be used as a large meeting room.
Mitarai Area The Hill Overlooking History Park boasts a spectacular 360-degree view of the Seto Inland Sea. Located in Mitarai in Kure City on Osaki Shimojima Island, one of the seven islands connected by the Tobishima Kaido bridges, the park stands on a hill where you can gaze across the islands dotting the sea.
Information about tour operator Name H.I.S. Co.,Ltd. address Kamiyacho Trust Tower 5F 4-1-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-6905, JAPAN registration number No.724 by Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
Information about tour Place of departure and destination HIROSHIMA, KURE number of days of travel 1 day means of transportation Private Car name of private car company Tsubame Kotsu Co., Ltd. meals （NONE） Number of GUIDE：1 ・Please, read and understand the terms and conditions about our travel packages at the following link: https://www.his-j.com/company/yakkan/boshu_j_2009.pdf ・Please, read and understand the terms and conditions about this product at the following link: https://www.his-j.com/company/yakkan
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
- Mandarin Chinese
Itinerary
- 08:45Pick up at the Hotel near Hiroshima station (let us know if it's within 1km). Please wait in the lobby.
- 09:00Pick up at Hiroshima station shinkansen ticket gate(2nd floor)
- 10:00Free sightseeing in Kure city (Yamato Museum, Iron Whale Museum, 3 hours)
- Lunch is not included. Please take lunch by your own.
- 14:00Experience brush-making at Kawajiri (Admission fee is included, 60 minutes)
- 16:00Free sightseeing in the Mitarai area (60 minutes)
- 17:00Head back to Hiroshima Station (90 minutes)
- 18:30Ends at Hiroshima Station
- 18:45Ends at hotel around Hiroshima Station
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
- You can customize it as you like. If you have any requests please let us know in advance.
- If you want to change your schedule even on the tour day, your guide is always happy to help you.
- You can skip the spot where you don't go (※in this case we do not refund any fees) or change it with another place.
- If you add some new spots by your request, please pay the ticket fee on the spot. (Note that you may need to pay extra transportation fee)
Important Booking Information
Customer Guidelines:
- Please ensure you arrive promptly at the designated meeting place.
- Please be aware that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience high levels of congestion.
- The schedule may be subject to sudden changes or shorter visit durations due to reasons such as traffic congestion.
- Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
- Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations.
- In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
- Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
Note: These guidelines are provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you for your cooperation.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 11 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 10 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)