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Guide to Itsukushima/Miyajima | Matoka's Japan Travel Guide
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items If you're visiting Hiroshima, then one of the places you CANNOT miss is Miyajima island. Located south of Hiroshima and accessible by train and ferry, Miyajima is a hidden gem featuring a Torii gate and Shrine that becomes engulfed in water during hi...
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What to do
Where to eat
Where to shop
Where to stay
What to do
Take some time to have an authentic Japanese workshop in kimono, where you learn calligraphy or participate in a tea ceremony. Or take a private tour of of Miyajima AND Hiroshima!
Miyajima Private Tours and Kimono Cultural Activities
This special torii gate gets engulfed in water during high tide, but wait till low tide and you can get the most photogenic opportunity by standing right next to the gate!
Itsukushima Jinja
This Pavilion is a bit off the beaten path, but it's a must see if you have time while on the island! One of the oldest
Hokokujinja Senjokaku Pavilion
Every touristy area has its “gag attraction” and I think this one would be the one you'll find at Miyajima. But if you love rice then take a picture here and make it a meme~
Great Shamoji of Miyajima (World’s Largest Rice Scoop)
It's an accomplishment to get to this scenic view but very much worth it! The Miyajima ropeway will take you halfway, but make sure you have on good shoes so you can make it the rest of the way!
Mount Misen Observatory
Experience the best of Miyajima and Hiroshima with this guided tour, seeing some of the memorable spots Hiroshima has to offer and also having a guide to navigate you to Miyajima!
Hiroshima: Peace Memorial, Itsukushima and Miyajima Tour
The Misenhondo (the Main Hall) is the holy hall Kobo Daishi built for 100 day Buddhism training sessions. You'll find a collection of small buddhist statues as well as the Reikado temple nearby.
Misenhondo (弥山本堂)
You're missing out if you haven't had an authentic rickshaw experience and what better place to do it than Miyajima! Take the rickshaw throughout the island on this private and intimate tour!
Miyajima: Private Rickshaw Tour to Itsukushima Shrine
Reikado is a temple located near the top of Mt. Misen. Within Rekaido, there is a fire burning named the “Unquenchable Fire” that has been burning for about 1,200 years and is still burning at this very moment. It is said that the sacred water from t...
Reikado (霊火堂)
Featuring two suspension bridges and covered in Momiji (maple trees), this park is a tranquil forest leading up to the Ropeway Station. While it is beautiful all seasons of the year, it's a special treat to visit during the fall to see the colors bec...
Momijidani Park
Where to eat
While the main streets of Miyajima will have more upscale and well known eateries, the further into Miyajima you walk, the more you will find home styled cooking in unassuming restaurants. This is one of these restaurants, specializing in eel and oys...
MIYAJIMA ICHIWA
This cafe offers a great view of the surrounding Miyajima area. Grab a latte and enjoy the outdoor dining area, but beware that this cafe is only open for limited hours!
Tenshinkaku
Featuring unagi, oyster and okonomiyaki dishes, this restaurant past the main shrine also has some pretty cute soft serve cones. But beware, it's only open from 12-4pm each day!
Miyajima Umaimonokan (宮島うまいもの館)
This is probably the definition of “off the beaten path” since it's far from most of the main restaurants closer to the shrine. But if you're planning on taking the Miyajima Ropeway to the observatory, then you're gonna pass this restaurant, known fo...
Momiji-so
Where to shop
This cute shopping street not only has great places to find souvenirs that you won't find outside of the island, but also has great snacking options that will leave you full and satisfied. Make sure to check out the momiji (maple leaf) confectionarie...
Miyajima Omotesandō Shopping Street
Parallel to the bustling Omotesando street, Machiya street is much less assuming with fewer shops and restaurants, but still offer some great eats and great views.
Machiya Street
If you're a Rilakkuma fan, you're going to go on a shopping spree in this shop! So many themed souvenirs to look through, it sure took a dent out of my wallet!
MIYAJIMA Rilakkuma Sabo
Known for its honey, Sugi Bee is a great place to not only buy bottled honey but also some of their honey treats, like soft serve and more!
Sugi Bee Garden Miyajima
Where to stay
If you want to make sure and be on the island for high tide when the water surrounds the temple or low tide when you can walk out to the Torii gates in the middle of the water, then why not stay a night in one of the various hotels or ryokans on the ...
[$$$ Ryokan] Traditional tatami mat, ryokan styled hotel that is nestled on the island of Miyajima. You'll be steps away from the National park and Itsukushima Shrine while also being 0.1mi away from the ferry.
Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto in Hatsukaichi
[$$$ Ryokan] A more modern take to the traditional vibes of this island, Hotel Miyajima features public baths, buffet styled meals, and modern rooms, all close to the tourist attractions on the island!
Hotel Miyajima Villa in Hatsukaichi
[$$ Ryokan] Located minutes away from the island's shopping street, this ryokan offers a public bath and multi-course meal conveniently presented to you in your traditional tatami styled rooms.
Miyajima Hotel Makoto in Hatsukaichi | 2024 Updated prices, deals
[$$ Ryokan] While this hotel is NOT ON Miyajima island, it is very close to the ferry to take you over and also features a large public bath with a natural hot spring. The hotel overlooks Miyajima island and is close enough to board the first ferry o...
GRANDVRIOHOTEL MIYAJIMA -WAKURA- in Hatsukaichi
[$$ Ryokan] Giving more traditional ryokan with island vibes, the Miyajima Seaside Hotel is nestled away from the tourist attractions (26 min walk from ferry terminal) and sits on the north side of the island. Rooms open up to a seaside beachfront vi...
Miyajima Seaside Hotel in Hatsukaichi