Very iconic thing to be able to tick off the bucket list! Try and go early in order to miss the group tours as they tend to block the way. Hint: push your way through to get the good photo. Also when the tide is...More

Loved the foresight, peace and balance altogether at this UNESCO heritage site. Worth a trip to Hiroshima, take a JR train to Miyajima-guchi station, followed by ferry. JR pass holders just show pass for your rides. Spend at least half the day, soak in all...More

Beautiful Shrine. It was so nice just wandering around, taking our time and simply soaking up the history and peaceful surrounds. Hint: Visit the shrine during high tide as the water adds to the tranquility (and makes for better photos). During low tide is when...More

This is the prettiest among all the shrines. Absolutely breathtaking and wonderful melding in nature. Take a full hour aside to visit the shrine excluding the ferry time etc.

As part of our day tour in Hiroshima, we came to Miyajima Island for a good half-day visit here. And for visitors, this Shrine is a must see landmark, as it presented centuries old of the local history, culture, traditions and religious practises and would...More

It was raining when we arrived at Itsukushima shrine. The ferry to the island took less than 25 minutes and only a few people were on the boat. There are several interesting shops, cafes, and restaurants around and you wouldn’t be leaving the area without...More

Of course this famous shrime is the reason tourists come to Miyajiman and I must admit, it is impressive, high tide as well as low tide. Don't expect to be alone, it's always crowded, except at night! But Miyajima has to offer much more than...More