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Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Walk and Cooking Experience

Hiroshima, Japanby ロッキースマイルクリエイション

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Experience a unique journey through Hiroshima’s resilience, moving from deep history to ultimate personal relaxation! The Path of Resilience: After visiting the Peace Memorial Museum, explore local hidden spots like Fukuromachi Elementary School and Shirakami Shrine to witness how the city and its people miraculously rebuilt from the ashes. The Taste of Recovery: Visit Teppanyaki DONTOKO to savor authentic Hiroshima Okonomiyaki, born as a post-war symbol of vitality. Enjoy lunch or a fun cooking experience!

What's included

  • Guide fee
  • We invite you to the restaurant called Teppanyaki DONTOKO. You can order any food and drink which you want (Paid directly at the restaurant). Enjoy choosing your favorite dishes on the day!
  • Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Fukuromachi Elementary School Peace Museum

    30 min

    Location: Located within 500 meters of the hypocenter. The Tragedy: Almost all students and teachers at school that morning died instantly. The Aftermath: Following the bombing, the building became a temporary rescue station. What to See: You can see the preserved walls where survivors wrote desperate messages on the chalkboards to let loved ones know they were alive.

  2. 2

    Shirakami Shrine

    15 min

    History: 600 years ago, originally built to mark the boundary between the sea and the land. Location: Located within 500 meters of the hypocenter. The Survival: Although the main building and torii gate were completely destroyed, the large rocks and camphor trees survived the intense heat ray. What to See: These surviving trees and stones have regrown beautifully, serving as a powerful symbol of rebirth, resilience, and peace.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    30 min

    Scenic Walk to "Teppanyaki Dontoko" A relaxing walk through the streets, observing local life.

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    1.5 hours

    A cozy local restaurant that keeps the tradition alive, sticking to the authentic, 40-year-old traditional method of making Okonomiyaki. Note: Food/drinks are not included in the tour price. Options (Pay on-site): Lunch: approx. 2,000 JPY Cooking Experience: 10,000 JPY Choose your option on the day!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting Point: The benches in front of the Peace Memorial Museum. I will be wearing a black cap. I will look for you there!

End point

It’s located in a very convenient area, so most major hotels in downtown Hiroshima are within walking distance from here.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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