JAPAN TOUR: DAY 5
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Kyoto to Hiroshima and visit Miyajima Iland-Itsukushima Shrine. Miyajima Island (officially known as Itsukushima) is a famous and scenic island located in Hiroshima Bay, Japan. It’s renowned for its stunning natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural heritage.
Overview
Location: 10 km southwest of Hiroshima City, Japan
Name Meaning: “Shrine Island” (Itsukushima), though popularly known as Miyajima, which means “Shrine Island” in Japanese.
Access: By ferry from Miyajimaguchi Station (20-minute train from Hiroshima, 10-minute ferry ride).
Top Attractions
⛩️ Itsukushima Shrine
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Famous for its “floating” torii gate which appears to float on water during high tide.
Built over water, blending architecture with the sea.
🦌 Friendly Deer
Wild deer roam freely around the island.
They’re tame and considered sacred in Shinto belief.
⛰️ Mount Misen
Highest peak on the island (535 m).
Offers panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea.
Accessible via hiking trails or the Miyajima Ropeway.
🏯 Daisho-in Temple
Historic Buddhist temple complex near Mount Misen.
Known for hundreds of small statues and peaceful atmosphere.
🎏 Local Shops & Food
Try momiji manju (maple-leaf-shaped sweet cakes).
Enjoy fresh oysters, anago meshi (grilled eel over rice), and local delicacies.
Best Time to Visit
Spring (Mar-May): Cherry blossoms
Autumn (Oct-Nov): Vibrant autumn foliage
Avoid typhoon season (late summer)
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