Miyajima
Visit Miyajima
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Itsukushima
If you're spending some time in Itsukushima, Mount Misen and Miyajima Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.
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Miyajima Ferry Terminal
Take a relaxing and scenic ferry trip to the sacred island of Miyajima and begin your journey to serene shrines and a tranquil mountain peak.
Miyajima Aquarium
See the majestic porpoises and sea lions of the Seto Inland Sea or touch penguins and shoreline creatures at this comprehensive aquarium on Miyajima Island.
Momijidani Park
View one of Japan’s most legendary fall sights and see blazing fall colors in this garden of maple trees at the foot of holy Mount Misen on Miyajima Island.
Mount Misen
Forested footpaths and a scenic ropeway lead up to Miyajima’s tallest peak, where you can spot wildlife and examine intriguing rock formations and Buddhist relics.
Five-Story Pagoda
Spot this historic pagoda and its distinctive red tiers towering into the sky from afar and come closer to see the 15th-century Buddhist monument’s intricate details.
Itsukushima Shrine Treasure Hall
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Itsukushima Shrine Treasure Hall in Hatsukaichi. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this walkable area.