
We can’t believe this place in Japan isn’t talked about more! 🇯🇵 This peaceful island felt like a hidden gem 🦌 🛥️ How to get to Miyajima Island from Hiroshima: 25-min ferry from Hiroshima Port (JPY 2300) Or JR Sanyo Line to Miyajimaguchi (25- min JPY 420) + 10-min ferry (JPY 300- including the tourist tax) - both are covered by JR Pass as well 📍Here’s what not to miss on Miyajima: • Itsukushima Shrine (yes, the floating torii gate!)- perfect spot to watch the sunset • Omotesando Street for snacks—don’t skip the Momiji Manju (maple-leaf cakes with sweet bean filling) and the fresh or grilled oysters but also matcha ice cream—covered in colorful, crunchy treats that are almost too cute to eat • Take Miyajima Ropeway (¥2,000 rountrip) OR hike Mount Misen for views • Friendly deer that won’t chase you like in Nara 😅 • Beautiful temples like Daishoin and Hokoku-jinja And if you’re also visiting Hiroshima, check out: • Peace Park & Museum • Hiroshima Castle • Have Hiroshima version of Okonomiyaki - search on Google 立ち呑み ぱどっく • Hondori Shopping Street #japantrip #japantravel #visitjapan #japanexplores #japanguide #uktravelblogger #romaniantravelblogger #hiroshima #thingstodoinhiroshima #howtogettohiroshima #hiroshimajapan #miyajimaisland #thingstodoinmiyajima #howtogettomiyajima #japanhiddengems Japan travel tips | Miyajima Island guide | Things to do in Japan 2025 | Hidden gems in Japan | How to get to Miyajima | Best places to visit in Japan | Underrated Japan destinations | Japan itinerary ideas | Day trips from Hiroshima | What to do in Miyajima | Floating torii gate Japan | Japan travel vlog | Traveling Japan on a budget | Japan temple guide | Deer in Japan | Momiji Manju Japan | Japanese street food | Introvert-friendly travel Japan | Nature spots in Japan | Japan scenic views
Attraction

Hiroshima Castle
Historical place
4.1
Contemporary recreation of a destroyed 16th-century castle offering a history museum & city views.

Daishoin
Place of worship
4.5
Venerable Buddhist temple complex, founded in 806 CE, with many halls & carved stone images.

Itsukushima Jinja
Place of worship
4.6
Venerable 16th-century Shinto shrine, famed for an iconic orange gate that "floats" at high tide.

Miyajima Omotesandō Shopping Street
Landmark
4.2
Lively stretch lined with souvenir shops & street-food stalls serving dishes like grilled oysters.

Mount Misen
Natural feature
4.7
Paths & cable car rides lead up to this mountain peak with views that stretch as far as Hiroshima.
Activity/Tour

Miyajima Island Tour with Certified Local Guide
Activity
5.0
Place
Hiroshima Itsukaichi Cruise Ship Port