Miyajima Island
Home to the iconic floating torii gate
About Miyajima
Miyajima, officially known as Itsukushima, is a small island in Hiroshima Bay considered one of Japan's three most scenic views. The island has been a sacred Shinto site for centuries, and its iconic floating torii gate is recognized worldwide as a symbol of Japan.
The island is home to Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 6th century. The shrine's unique design, with buildings constructed on stilts over the water, creates the illusion that both the shrine and its famous torii gate are floating during high tide.
Beyond the shrine, Miyajima offers pristine nature, hiking trails up Mount Misen, traditional shopping streets, and delicious local cuisine. The island's friendly deer add to its mystical atmosphere, making it a must-visit destination easily accessible from Hiroshima.
What to see and do
Discover the magic of this sacred island in Hiroshima Bay.
The floating torii gate
Itsukushima Shrine's vermillion torii gate is one of Japan's most iconic images. Standing 16 meters tall in the waters of Hiroshima Bay, the gate appears to float during high tide, creating a magical scene that has captivated visitors for centuries. At low tide, you can walk out to the base of the torii for a unique perspective.
Berg Misen
Berg Misen, wat 535 meter bo die eiland uitstyg, bied skouspelagtige panoramiese uitsigte oor die Seto-binnelandse See en omliggende eilande. Bereik die spits via die Miyajima-kabelkar, wat jou deur oerwoud neem, of daag jouself uit met een van drie staproetes.
Vriendelike takbokke
Miyajima is bekend vir sy vriendelike sika-takbokke wat vrylik oor die eiland rondloop. Hierdie sagmoedige diere, wat in die Shinto-tradisie as heilige boodskappers van die gode beskou word, is 'n geliefde deel van die eiland se sjarme.
Plaaslike kookkuns
Miyajima is bekend vir sy plaaslike spesialiteite. Geroosterde oesters is 'n moet-proe, vars geoes uit die omliggende waters. Die beroemde momiji manju, esdoringblaarvormige koeke, maak perfekte aandenkings.
How to get there
Met JR (Japan Rail Pass)
Vanaf Hiroshima-stasie, neem die JR Sanyo-lyn na Miyajimaguchi-stasie (ongeveer 30 minute). Die stasie is direk langs die veerbootterminaal. Die JR West Miyajima-veerboot is by die Japan Rail Pass ingesluit.
Veerboot na die eiland
Twee veerbootmaatskappye vaar vanaf Miyajimaguchi.
Die JR West Miyajima-veerboot word ten volle gedek deur die Japan Rail Pass.
