Heading to Itsukushima Island while in Hiroshima? Here’s our roundup of the best Miyajima souvenirs to buy to enjoy there or bring home to share.
From sweet to savoury and even a tipple: our lineup of the best, most delicious Miyajima foods to enjoy in the omotesando or strolling around the island.
Our list of the best things to do on Miyajima including temples, shrines, nature, hiking, shopping, food, drinks and simply relaxing and enjoying!
A visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is essential. Pay respects to the victims by hearing their stories about the 1945 atomic bomb.
A testimony to pain and despair where hope lies at the end of a dark journey.
原爆が投下された広島で、世界中の人々にその悲惨さを伝える負の世界遺産、原爆ドーム。見学後、戦争について何かを考え、何かを感じるため、知っておきたい予備知識を詰め込んだ。
Shukkeien Garden is a scenic garden landscape close to Hiroshima Castle, and resembles valleys, mountains, and forests throughout Japan.
Daisho-in Temple on Miyajima has a history stretching back over 1,200 years. Head there for statues, glittering treasures and stunning autumn colours.
UNESCO listed Itsukushima shrine, on the sacred Miyajima Island, is one of Japan’s top three scenic spots and has a unique “floating” design.
Okonomimura is 3 levels of Hiroshima style okonomiyaki joints in one big, fun, sizzling dining experience. Grab a seat at the teppan and dig in!
A visit to Hiroshima Castle is a must while in town. The museum and grounds offer a fascinating insight into Hiroshima’s history.
Studio Ghibli fans simply have to visit the gorgeous port town of Tomonoura, the real-life inspiration for the charming animated film, Ponyo on the Cliff by The Sea.
被爆からの復興を遂げた広島で「平和の象徴」となっている折り鶴。展望台から景色を眺め、折り鶴を折るだけで1,800円の出費を強いられるのは、はたして妥当なのか？おりづるタワーに実際に足を運んで検証してみた。
少し高い場所にあり、周りの島々を一望できることから、夜景スポットとしても人気です。 また、周囲が桜の木々で、お花見スポットしても人気で、桜の名所としても選ばれています。 シーズンにはすごくにぎわうのでしょうね。
Miyajima’s Toyokuni Shrine, high on a hill, overlooking Hiroshima Bay, features a beautiful 15th Century Pagoda and the 16th Century Senjokaku Pavilion.
With a name meaning “maple viewing valley park”, Momijidani park on Miyajima is one of the best spots to see Autumn colours in Japan.
Established in 1648, the Toshogu shrine pays tribute to the first Shogun of Tokugawa Shogunate, Tokugawa Ieyasu. Build on the foot of mount Futabayama, it provides scenic views over the city and caste of Hiroshima.
Visit the Mazda Museum to learn more about this famous car company from Hiroshima and even get a glimpse of its active assembly line.
