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Miyajima, or Itsukushima as it was formerly known, has been sacred to the Japanese since the inception of the first shrine on the island over 1,500 years ago.
The present incarnation of the Itsukushima-jinja shrine is one of the island's greatest attractions, and the "floating" red torii gate that stands in the shallow waters of the bay when the tide is in remains one of the most photographed views in Japan. The small town has a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere, particularly in the evenings and early mornings once the day-trippers have returned to the mainland.
There are several other smaller temples and shrines dotted around the island that are well worth a visit and Mt Misen (530 m) offers great views from its summit and is also home to troupes of wild monkeys.
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Suggested itineraries featuring Miyajima Island
Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Miyajima Island, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Places near Miyajima Island
- Hiroshima 12 miles away
- Matsuyama 40 miles away
- Shikoku 80 miles away
- Beppu 85 miles away
- Kurashiki 87 miles away
- Yufuin 88 miles away
- Matsue 93 miles away
- Naoshima 97 miles away
- Takamatsu 100 miles away
- Iya Valley 105 miles away
- Kurokawa 107 miles away
- Fukuoka 120 miles away
- Aso 121 miles away
- Kyushu 121 miles away
- Tokushima 130 miles away
- Kumamoto 138 miles away
- Tottori 139 miles away
- Kinosaki Onsen 171 miles away
- Nagasaki 176 miles away
- Kirishima National Park 183 miles away
- Osaka 185 miles away
- Mount Koya 189 miles away
- Nara 201 miles away
- Kyoto 204 miles away
- Kagoshima 214 miles away
- Kanazawa 292 miles away
- Yakushima 294 miles away
- Shirakawago 294 miles away
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Accommodation choices for Miyajima Island
We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Miyajima Island. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
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Iwaso Ryokan
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Kurayado Iroha Ryokan
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Kawaguchi Minshuku
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