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.
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.
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.
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.
Itsukushima Hotel Deals
Miyajima Kinsuikan
What a treat! We stayed in a room with a view of the water and private onsen. It was so nice we don’t want to explore the island…and a great way to relax after a hike to the summit. Would absolutely recommend!
Reviewed on 2026/3/31
Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto
Hotel Miyajima Villa
Perfectly located across the road from the Ferry (no issue with noise). Nice sized rooms, perhaps in need of a little refresh (room door did not seal very well, large gaps around the edge and bottom which meant could hear corridor noise). Buffet style dinner and breakfast was amazing, so tasty & ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/3
Miyajima Hotel Makoto
Beautiful traditional tatami hotel. You pay a huge premium for staying on Miyajima and it’s worth every penny. Lovely staff. We didn’t eat at the restaurant but found several lovely places nearby.
Reviewed on 2026/4/3
Miyajima Seaside Hotel
It was beautiful and very traditional hotel with with wonderful dinner ceremony! Absolutely would recommend we travel with kids and everyone was very happy.
Reviewed on 2026/3/31
Itsukushima Iroha
Staff ho above and beyond to welcome and guide their guests. Helping with restaurant choices etc.
Reviewed on 2026/3/17
Other neighborhoods around Itsukushima
Nishi Ward
While you're in Nishi Ward, take in top sights like Mitaki-dera or Marina Hop, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Fukushima-cho Station or Nishi-kan-on-machi Station.
Naka Ward
In the heart of Hiroshima, discover the central business district and Peace Memorial Park, shop at Hondori shopping arcade, and savor okonomiyaki at Okonomi-mura.
Saeki Ward
While visiting Saeki Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Setonaikai National Park and Hiroshima Shokubutsu Park.
Hondori
While Hondori isn't home to many top sights, Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 the city at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Hondori Station.
