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A miraculous shrine floating on the Seto Inland Sea
Miyajima, one of Hiroshima’s most popular tourist destinations, attracts over 4 million visitors annually.
With untouched natural mountains and charming traditional townscapes, it continues to captivate all who visit.
From the iconic Itsukushima Shrine—a World Heritage Site built over the sea—to the sacred Mt. Misen, known as a spiritual power spot, and local gourmet street food, let us guide you through the wonders of Miyajima, the \"island of miracles.\"
Discover Miyajima
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Miyajima World Heritage: Why It’s UNESCO-Listed
When you visit Miyajima, you're immediately drawn to something magical: a brilliant vermilion shrine
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Momijidani Park: Miyajima’s Best Fall Foliage Spot
When travelers search for Miyajima fall foliage, they're almost always led to one magical spot: Momi
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Itsukushima Shrine History: Heian Aristocrats’ Pilgrimage
Miyajima—a sacred island floating in the Seto Inland Sea—holds a special place in Itsukushima Shrine
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Miyajima Shrine History: Taira no Kiyomori’s Grand Vision
In the late Heian period, one visionary warrior transformed Miyajima forever, creating the breathtak
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Miyajima History: Complete Guide from 593 AD to Today
Miyajima history begins over 1,400 years ago, when this sacred island in Hiroshima Bay first became
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Miyajima Floating Shrine: Why Itsukushima Appears to Float
When you first glimpse Itsukushima Shrine at high tide, it's easy to understand why the Miyajima flo
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Itsukushima Shrine Goddesses: The Three Sea Deities
When you visit Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, the sight of its iconic "floating" torii gate
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Battle of Itsukushima: Why This Miyajima Battle Happened
Why did one of Japan's most dramatic battles unfold at the sacred site of Itsukushima Shrine on Miya
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Momiji Manju History: From Birth to Hiroshima Icon
When you visit Miyajima, one sweet treat stands out above all others: momiji manju. This delicate ma