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
Temui keajaiban pulau suci ini di Teluk Hiroshima.
Pintu torii terapung
Pintu gerbang torii vermillion Kuil Itsukushima adalah salah satu imej paling ikonik di Jepun. Berdiri setinggi 16 meter di perairan Teluk Hiroshima, pintu gerbang itu kelihatan terapung semasa air pasang, mencipta pemandangan ajaib yang telah memukau pengunjung selama berabad-abad. Semasa air surut, anda boleh berjalan keluar ke dasar torii untuk perspektif yang unik.
Mount Misen
Rising 535 meters above the island, Mount Misen offers spectacular panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea and surrounding islands. Reach the summit via the Miyajima Ropeway, which takes you through primeval forest, or challenge yourself with one of three hiking trails.
Friendly deer
Miyajima terkenal dengan rusa sika yang ramah yang berkeliaran bebas di seluruh pulau. Dianggap sebagai utusan suci dewa dalam tradisi Shinto, haiwan yang lembut ini adalah sebahagian daripada daya tarikan pulau yang disayangi.
Masakan tempatan
Miyajima terkenal dengan kepakaran tempatannya. Tiram bakar adalah hidangan wajib cuba, dipetik segar dari perairan sekitar. Momiji manju yang terkenal, kek berbentuk daun maple, menjadi cenderahati yang sempurna.
How to get there
Melalui JR (Japan Rail Pass)
Dari Stesen Hiroshima, naik JR Sanyo Line ke Stesen Miyajimaguchi (kira-kira 30 minit). Stesen ini berada betul-betul di sebelah terminal feri. Feri JR West Miyajima dilindungi oleh Japan Rail Pass.
Ferry to the island
Two ferry companies operate from Miyajimaguchi.
The JR West Miyajima Ferry is fully covered by the Japan Rail Pass.
