Top Fukuyama Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Fukuyama! Fukuyama features plenty of spots where you can experience history, such as Fukuyama Castle completed 200 years ago in the Edo period. There is a port town called as Tomonoura, a beautiful spot of the Seto Inland Sea National Park. Worth visiting are the many buildings from the Edo period still standing in the nearby port town of Tomonoura. The numerous islands spread out over the quiet waters of the Seto Inland Sea makes a very beautiful scene. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

The coastal landscapes of Tomonoura are among the most scenic in Japan and provided inspiration for movies like ‘Wolverine’ and Ghibli’s 'Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea'. On this tour, admire the stunning landscapes from the water and paddle past seafront villages, island shrines, and deserted beaches on a kayak.

We will take you to the top popular sightseeing spots in Onomichi and Fukuyama on this bus tour! (You will travel between Hiroshima and Fukuyama by shinkansen/bullet train) Explore Onomichi and Fukuyama with Tour bus a comfortable air conditioned. The guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point at Hiroshima Station and help you to take shinkansen. We will stop by Senkoji Ropeway and the Cat Alley in Onomichi, and Special Japanese garden and an art pavilion from Shinshoji Zen Museum. Let's explore Tomonoura port town where also as known as the place has been picked as a filming location for several international and local movies. Enjoy some hidden spots referring walking maps!

Fukuyama, known as the City of Roses, is a beautiful and historic city located in the eastern part of Hiroshima Prefecture. Originally established as a castle town in 1619, it is now the second largest city in the prefecture, and the fourth largest in Western Honshu. By the end of the Second World War, about eighty percent of Fukuyama was burned down due to an air raid. Following this attack, the city underwent arduous recovery efforts, planting one thousand roses during the rebuilding process to boost the spirits of the people. Through the hard work of its dedicated citizens, Fukuyama was able to develop into the scenic and major city that it is today. This One Day Tour of Fukuyama is designed for those who wish to deepen their understanding of Western Japan’s history through both a castle, museum and historic townscape visit. It is also ideal for guests who are searching for some of Japan’s hidden gems, as Sensui jima is most definitely one of them.

Step back in time on a private tour to Tomonoura, a historic port town known for its preserved streets, seaside views, and nostalgic atmosphere. This experience is guided by a Hiroshima-born Japanese local, offering an authentic perspective rooted in regional history and everyday life. Once an important harbor where ships waited for the tides, Tomonoura retains much of its old-town charm. Walk through narrow lanes, visit coastal viewpoints, and learn how maritime history shaped the town’s culture and way of life. The town’s timeless scenery famously inspired Studio Ghibli’s film Ponyo. Rather than rushing through major sights, this tour focuses on depth and atmosphere. Your guide shares stories of local life, traditions, and history that bring meaning to what you see. As this is a fully private tour, the itinerary is flexible and adjusted to your interests and pace. Ideal for travelers looking to experience a quieter, more traditional side of Japan beyond major tourist routes.

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Fukuyama! Fukuyama features plenty of spots where you can experience history, such as Fukuyama Castle completed 200 years ago in the Edo period. There is a port town called as Tomonoura, a beautiful spot of the Seto Inland Sea National Park. Worth visiting are the many buildings from the Edo period still standing in the nearby port town of Tomonoura. The numerous islands spread out over the quiet waters of the Seto Inland Sea makes a very beautiful scene. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.