Eco-Hiking with Open-Air Tea Ceremony in Hiroshima

Highlights

- Hike up Mt. Futaba and watch the morning sun rise over Hiroshima.

- Visit Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine, one of the few structures that survived the atomic bomb.

- Experience Japanese hospitality through a traditional open-air tea ceremony (Nodate).

- Admire the elegant architecture of Hiroshima Toshogu Shrine.

- Trek through serene forests while learning about the area’s history from your guide.

- Relax with forest bathing and enjoy an optional local-style breakfast.

- A portion of the tour fee is donated to the conservation of Mt. Futaba’s natural environment.

Overview

Start your day with a refreshing morning hike through the sacred forests of Mt. Futaba, located near Hiroshima Station. Along the way, visit Hiroshima Toshogu Shrine and learn about Hiroshima’s rich history as a castle town. Continue to Kinko Inari Shrine, where over 100 vibrant red torii gates line the mountain path.

At the summit, take in breathtaking panoramic views of Hiroshima City, the Seto Inland Sea, and even Miyajima Island. Here, your guide will host a Nodate—a traditional outdoor tea ceremony—where you can enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets in nature.

You can also opt for a bento-style breakfast featuring local ingredients, with vegan options available. Begin your morning surrounded by nature, history, and tranquility.