Itsukushima
Hiroshima
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Popular places to visit
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.
Daisho-in
Wander around the enchanting gardens of this temple and check out traditional Buddhist structures on Mount Misen, the holy mountain of Miyajima.
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.
Itsukushima Shrine Treasure Hall
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Itsukushima Shrine Treasure Hall in Hatsukaichi. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Miyajima: Private Rickshaw Tour to Itsukushima Shrine
Day Trip to Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Miyajima Half-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Miyajima Island Day Tour in Sacred Sites and Mount Misen
Hiroshima: Peace Memorial, Itsukushima and Miyajima Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Itsukushima
Nishi Ward
While you're in Nishi Ward, take in top sights like Marina Hop or Mitaki-dera, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Fukushima-cho Station or Nishi-kan-on-machi Station.
Naka Ward
Travellers love Naka Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Hiroshima by jumping on the metro at Funairi-hon-machi Station or Funairi-saiwai-cho Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
Saeki Ward
While visiting Saeki Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Setonaikai National Park and Kojoji Temple.
Hondori
Even though there aren't top sights in Hondori, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District. Jump on the metro at Hondori Station to see more of the city.
Nagarekawacho
While Nagarekawacho isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hiroshima City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums and prominent monuments, there's plenty to explore in Hiroshima City Centre. You can visit top attractions like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho, and jump on the metro at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Tate-machi Station to see more of the city.