Miyajima Island is located one hour away from
Hiroshima by ferry. It is mostly known for the torii gate that
gives the illusion of floating on the water during high tide.
The view of the gate is ranked as one of the top three
views in Japan.
Miyajima Island is a
small island located one hour
away
from Hiroshima. It can be reached by hopping on a
ferry
to the island. It is where the famous Itsukushima
Shrine
resides with its famous floating torii gate. Miyajima is
usually a day trip for people to enjoy, but there are
ryokans (Japanese traditional inns) available for
people
to spend the night. It is said that there is a romantic
feel
at night because of the quiet and peaceful
atmosphere.
During the day you will have the chance to run into
wild
deer that are accustomed to people.
In 1996, the Itsukushima Shrine was inscribed in the
World Heritage Site. This shrine reflects Shinto
religious
practices because of its blend with nature. The
Itsukushima Shrine is best known for its floating torii
gate, which is built in the sea. During high tide the
gate
gives the illusion of floating on the water, but at low
tide
you can walk up to the gate and see the foundation.
This same effect applies to the shrine behind the torii
gate. It is considered one of the best temples to visit
because of this iconic torii gate.
Please see below for tours that include
Miyajima Island:
