MIYAJIMA travel guide with budget schedule

The mid-February air was thin and cold; I couldn’t feel my cheeks. A few minutes after our ferry began to sail, I immediately found it. My hands were getting numb, but I kept on clicking lest I miss out on one of Japan’s three many celebrated beautiful views — the Itsukushima Shrine.

Even from a distance, it’s not hard to see why it’s also included in the list of special places of beautiful Beauty. The shrine and its equally well-known huge torii gate against the lush mountainous background were a striking sight. I couldn’t wait to get a closer look.

Wat wordt er in deze gids behandeld?

UNDERSTANDING MIYAJIMA
BEST TIME TO visit MIYAJIMAMIYAJIMA IN AUTUMN
MIYAJIMA IN SPRING
MIYAJIMA IN SUMMER
MIYAJIMA IN WINTER

HOW TO get TO MIYAJIMAFukuoka to Hiroshima
Hiroshima to Miyajima by local Train
Hiroshima to Miyajima by Tram
Hiroshima to Miyajima by direct Boat

HOW TO get around MIYAJIMA
WHERE TO stay IN MIYAJIMATop Miyajima Hotels
Top Hatsukaichi Hotels
Top budget hotels in Hiroshima City
Search for much more Hiroshima Hotels

THINGS TO do in MIYAJIMAItsukushima Shrine and the huge Torii Gate
Momijidani Park
Mount Misen
Daisho-in Temple
Senjokaku and Gojunoto
Omotesando Street
Other Miyajima Attractions

SAMPLE MIYAJIMA ITINERARY
MORE MIYAJIMA suggestions FOR THE poor TRAVELER
More suggestions on YouTube ⬇️⬇️⬇️Related Posts:

UNDERSTANDING MIYAJIMA

Miyajima literally implies “shrine island”. The island is officially named Itsukushima, but it is much more popularly called by its nickname, Miyajima. It is situated in the southwest of Hiroshima Bay in the western portion of the Seto Inland Sea. Itsukushima Island is under the jurisdiction of Hatsukaichi City in Hiroshima Prefecture.

Miyajima is quite big, but the residential town is located on the northwest part of the island, dotting the area around Itsukushima Shrine. The shrine is included in the list of UNESCO’s world Heritage Site; therefore, becoming the island’s emblem. another popular feature is the sacred mount Misen, the highest top on the island at 535 meters. The other two mountains are Komagabayashi (506m), and mount Iwafunedake (466m).

The island is also home to a few much more temples, shrines, monuments, and parks. You will also notice several deer roaming around the island; you might even see one or two as soon as you enter the vicinity, best after you pass through the information center from the ferry terminal.

BEST TIME TO visit MIYAJIMA

October to November. Hiroshima Prefecture is known for its autumn foliage, which typically happens from late October to mid-November.

Depending on how you want to experience the huge Itsukushima Torii Gate, whether you want to see it “floating” on water or you want to have a closer look, knowing the condition of the tide will come in handy. To know the schedule of high tide and low tide, you may check it here.

MIYAJIMA IN AUTUMN

Temperature can go as low as 12°C and rarely go beyond 20°C. There’s little chance of rain, but wear a sweater or a light jacket. Miyajima is one of the recommended spots for autumn leaves seeing or “momijigari“, particularly Momijidani Park. The park is located near mount Misen, at the foot of Misen Primeval Forest.

MIYAJIMA IN SPRING

Spring is also a good time to visit. The cherry blossoms, which Japan is well-known for, are typically in full bloom between late March to early April. While on the island, the suggested spots for seeing party or “hanami” are around the Goju-no-to (five-storied pagoda), Tanigahara (along Uguisu Alley), Yatsugahara, and Tahoto (two-storied pagoda). If you want fewer crowds, prepare to walk a little bit much more to Omoto Park.

MIYAJIMA IN SUMMER

Summer is very hot and humid. The temperature can reach up to 35°C. The popular events during this time are the Kangen festival in July and Miyajima fireworks by the sea in August. Kangen festival is one of Japan’s three major boat rituals and Miyajima’s most significant annual festival. Miyajima in winter season has fewer crowds. You can delight in the fresh Hiroshima oysters any way you want — raw, grilled, baked, and deep-fried. unwinding in hot springs is also a good idea.

MIYAJIMA IN WINTER

This is the least crowded season and for a reason. The colors of the adjacent mountains are gone, and it can get cold, averaging 4°C in January. It is the driest period of the year, but there’s still a chance of rain or snow. If it snows, it typically just makes a very thin dusting and does not stick.

HOW TO get TO MIYAJIMA

Miyajima (Itsukushima) Island is located in Hiroshima Prefecture. The nearest airport is the Hiroshima airport (HIJ), but it serves mostly domestic flights. There are select international routes, linking Hiroshima directly to Hong Kong, Taipei, Beijing, Shanghai, Singapore, and Seoul.

Hiroshima City is the typical jumping-off point to Miyajima and other nearby attractions. The island is about an hour from the city and can be accessed by local train, tram, and boat from the city center. If you are coming from Hiroshima City, here’s how to get there.

Fukuoka to Hiroshima

Fukuoka airport is the major international terminal closest to Hiroshima. From the airport, you need to make your way to Hakata station or Hakata Bus Center, and travel to Hiroshima by bus or by train. We created a separate, much more comprehensive short article here: how TO get FROM FUKUOKA TO HIROSHIMA.

Hiroshima to Miyajima by local Train

From JR Hiroshima Station, take a train on the JR Sanyo Line to Miyajimaguchi Station.

From there, take a short walk to the ferry pier (either JR ferry or Matsudai).

Purchase a ticket to Miyajima Island and board the ferry.

Fare: ¥410 (train) + ¥180 (ferry)
Travel Time: roughly 35 minutes (train + ferry)

Hiroshima to Miyajima by Tram

From downtown Hiroshima, take Tram 2 to Miyajimaguchi Station.

From there, take a short walk to the ferry pier (either JR ferry or Matsudai).

Purchase a ticket to Miyajima Island and board the ferry.

Fare: ¥260 (tram) + ¥180 (ferry)
Travel Time: 1 hour, 20 minutes (tram + ferry)

Hiroshima to Miyajima by direct Boat

From Hiroshima peace Memorial Park or Hiroshima Port, board a boat to Miyajima Island.

Fare: ¥2,000 (from peace Park); ¥1,850 (from Hiroshima Port)
Travel Time: 45 minutes (from peace Park); 30 minutes (from Hiroshima Port)

OPMERKINGEN:

There are two ferry companies serving the Miyajimaguchi-Miyajima Island route: JR Nishinihon Miyajima Ferry and Miyajima Matsudai Kisen.

JR Pass can be used for the ferry rides.

For foreign tourists, you might want to avail the visit Hiroshima traveler Pass. It provides limitless rides on all Hiroden (streetcar/tram) lines, expressway buses, and ferries to Miyajima. There are three types of passes, but if you just want to visit Hiroshima City and Miyajima, the City Pass (Small area Pass) covers these two destinations. However, JR trains are not included, only JR buses and ferries. The City Pass price is ¥1,000, good for three (3) days.

HOW TO get around MIYAJIMA

The island itself is big and lush, but it is pedestrian friendly. You can reach many of the attractions on foot because they are primarily concentrated in two areas — the small town on the northwest portion of the island and mount Misen. From the pier, it will only take you about ten minutes on foot to reach Itsukushima Shrine and the huge torii gate. The Ropeway’s Momijidani station to mount Misen summit (Shishiiwa Station) is also a ten-minute walk from the pier. here are the other transportation options.

The Maple Liner. These are shared taxis which depart from the pier to locations like Tsutsumigaura and Kamisuginoura. It can accommodate up to nine (9) passengers. The fare is ¥300 for adult and ¥150 for children.

Ropeway station shuttle Bus. The bus runs between the pier and the Ropeway’s Momijidani Station. The ride is totally free of charge.

Miyajima Ropeway. If you want to go to the summit of mount Daisen but hiking is not your thing, you can have an equally picturesque view of the island and the Seto Inland Sea through the ropeway. Momijidani Line has 8-seater gondolas that run every minute, while Shishiiwa Line has 30-seater gondolas that run every 15 minutes. The roundtrip fare is ¥1,800 for adults and ¥900 for children. One-way fare is ¥1,000 for adults and ¥500 for children.

Taxi. There are a few taxi units, so expect to wait. operating hours: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM.

WHERE TO stay IN MIYAJIMA

Most visitors only stay for a few hours on Miyajima, just a day trip from Hiroshima City. Some like to stay longer to make the most of one of the cultural heritage sites in Japan.

Miyajima is bustling with tourists by day. The streets near the Onoseto Strait, separating the island from the mainland, are lined with commercial establishments such as souvenir shops, restaurants, and hotels. By night, Miyajima is quite different — peaceful and calm. many of the shops are closed in the evening.

Being recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site, it has become a well-known traveler destination, drawing in tons of visitor yearly. Consequently, the rates of the hotels on the island are much, much higher than in Hatsukaichi City and Hiroshima City. If you’re traveling on a budget, we don’t recommend staying overnight in the island.

Top Miyajima Hotels

If you have extra dough and money isn’t a problem, then by all means, spend a night or two in the island. here are the top-rated hotels as ranked by Agoda users.

Miyajima guest house Mikuniya. check rates & Availability.

Ryoso Kawaguchi. check rates & Availability.

Sakuraya. check rates & Availability.

Nakaya B&B. check rates & Availability.

Top Hatsukaichi Hotels

If you want to spend two or much more days exploring Miyajima but you can’t afford to stay in a resort in the island, a workaround is to stay at a hotel in Hatsukaichi City, near the port. here are the top-rated properties in the area.

Simple stay Miyajima – Hostel.Controleer tarieven en beschikbaarheid.

Miyajima Coral Hotel. Controleer tarieven en beschikbaarheid.

Global Resort Ono de Lune. Controleer tarieven en beschikbaarheid.

Topbudget hotels in Hiroshima City

De meeste reizigers brengen in plaats daarvan hun nachten door in Hiroshima City en bezoeken gewoon Miyajima alleen tijdens een dagtocht. Als dit ook uw plan is, zijn hier de beste budgeteigenschappen in de stad, zoals gescoord door Agoda -gebruikers.

Metting tak. Controleer tarieven en beschikbaarheid.

Apa Hotel Hiroshima-Ekimae Ohashi. Controleer tarieven en beschikbaarheid.

Mitsui Garden Hotel Hiroshima. Controleer tarieven en beschikbaarheid.

Hotel Flex Hiroshima. Controleer tarieven en beschikbaarheid.

Foto’s hierboven werden aangeboden door de resorts via Agoda.

Zoek naar veel meer Hiroshima -hotels

Dingen om te doen in Miyajima

Itsukushima -heiligdom en de enorme Torii -poort

Zonder twijfel is deze UNESCO -werelderfgoedsite de meest populaire en veel essentiële attractie op het eiland. Het definieert Miyajima; Het is zijn identiteit geworden. Met de bergen die erachter bewaker staan, verwelkomen de eeuwenoude Itsukushima-heiligdom en zijn enorme Torii-poort bezoekers en pelgrims naar het eiland. Van een afstand ziet het er stijlvol en transcendent uit. Van dichtbij is het overweldigend spectaculair en commandant. Het is prachtig zoals je het bekijkt – van de veerboot, van dichtbij en zelfs vanaf de top van Mount Misen.

Wanneer het tij omhoog is, lijken zowel het heiligdom als de Torii -poort op water te zweven. ‘S Nachts is het hele zijnkuscomplex Itsukushima, inclusief de Torii -poort, tot 23.00 uur verlicht. Je kunt zelfs op een nachtcruise gaan en de kans krijgen om door de enorme Torii -poort te gaan (alleen vloed). De cruiseduur is dertig minuten.

Toegangskosten: ¥ 300; ¥ 500 (Itsukushima Shrine + Treasure Hall Entrance)
Openingstijden: 6.30 uur – 18:00 uur (maart tot 14 oktober); 6.30 – 17:30 uur (15 oktober tot november, januari tot februari); 6:30 – 17:00 (december)

Momijidani Park

Als je in de herfst het eiland betreft, is Momijidani Park een van de meest bekende plaatsen om het herfstgebladerte in Japan te bekijken en de beste op Miyajima. Het bevindt zich aan de voet van Mount Misen en staat bekend om zijn verschillende Japanse esdoorns die het bos in de gaten zetten met hun rode bladeren tegen de groenten van de groenblijvende bomen.

Als je naar de top van Mount Misen gaat, zou je door het park gaan dat naar het basisstation van de kafel gaat, het Momijidani -station.

Toegangskosten: gratis
Openingstijden: 24/7

Mount Misen

Mount Misen is de hoogste berg op Miyajima op veel meer dan 500 meter boven zeeniveau en is de hoogste berg op Miyajima. Het wordt door de lokale bevolking als heilig beschouwd en er zijn tempels en heiligdommen over het weelderige bos en wandelpaden van de berg. Vanaf de top wordt u getrakteerd op een adembenemend gezicht van het isukushima -heiligdom en de Torii -poort, het groene bos van Miyajima, de Seto -binnenzee en de nabijgelegen eilanden.

Het bereiken van de top kan op twee manieren worden gedaan: door de kabels te nemen en door te wandelen. De eerste is het handigst en biedt een panoramisch uitzicht op het boslandschap van de berg, terwijl de laatste behoorlijk uitdagend is, maar een grondige ervaring van de berg biedt. Als je je een weg naar de top wilt wandelen, zijn er drie cursussen: Daisho-In Course, Momijidani Course en Omoto Course. Daisho-in is niet te steil en geeft u de meest schilderachtige uitzichten. Momijidani is de kortste koers, maar het is ook de steilste van de drie banen.

U kunt ook beide doen door een eenrichtingskaartje te kopen voor de kabelweg op weg naar de top en vervolgens naar beneden te trekken door een van de drie hierboven besproken cursussen.

Toegangskosten: gratis
OPMERKING: Zie hoe u een gedeelte kunt omzeilen voor de tarieven van de kaft. Wanneer u het Shishiiwa -station bereikt, moet u nog steeds dertig minuten wandelen naar de eigenlijke top waar u het Shishiiwa -observatorium zult vinden.
Shrines & Temples on the Summit: Misen Hondo Hall, Reikado Hall, Sankido Hall, Kannondo en Monjudo Halls, Mizu-Kake Jizo, Dainichido Hall, Miyajima-Jinja Shrine, Akaido Hall en Bonsho.

Daisho-in-tempel

Deze essentiële Shingon Boeddhism -tempel bevindt zich aan de voet van Mount Misen. Het h