Itsukushima
Hiroshima
Visit Itsukushima
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.
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.
Daisho-in
Wander around the enchanting gardens of this temple and check out traditional Buddhist structures on Mount Misen, the holy mountain of Miyajima.
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 browsing the exhibits at Itsukushima Shrine Treasure Hall in Hatsukaichi. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Hiroshima: Miyajima Peace Memorial Icons of Peace and Beauty
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour
Hiroshima: Miyajima Half-day Historical Walking Tour
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Full Day Hiroshima and Miyajima Bus Tour from Hiroshima
Top hotels in Itsukushima
Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto
Excelente
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Miyajima Kinsuikan
Huge room with massage chair, amenities were fantastic and really enjoyed the hot spring and private bath. Location is very convenient, right next to the shopping street and less than 5 mins walk from the pier.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Miyajima Seaside Hotel
Beautiful, very decently priced and an experience ! Would stay again for sure
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hotel Miyajima Villa
The staff at Miyajima Villa were nice and professional. My family members and I enjoyed the stay very much. We plan to visit again. Thanks so much!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Iwaso
absolutely loved my stay, from the moment we arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming, and incredibly attentive. The location is perfect — tucked into the trees near Momijidani Park, with a peaceful stream running right outside. Everything about Iwaso felt authentic and special. If you want a true ...
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Miyajima Hotel Makoto
The rooms were spacious and clean, and we enjoyed the view on the small sun porch. But by far the most amazing aspect of our visit was the dining option. We signed up for the breakfast and dinner, and they were five star restaurant worthy. An incredible delightful assortment of delicious dishes at ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Itsukushima
Nishi Ward
While you're in Nishi Ward, take in top sights like Marina Hop or Hiroshima Kannon Marina, 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 Hiroshima Shokubutsu Park.
Hondori
While there might not be top attractions in Hondori, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
Kamiyacho
If you're spending time in Kamiyacho, check out sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District or Kamiyacho and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Hondori Station.
