Miyajima, Hiroshima
Miyajima (宮島町, Miyajima-chō) was a town located on the island of Itsukushima (often referred to, incorrectly, as Miyajima Island in English—’jima’ and ’shima’ both mean ‘island’) in Saeki District, Hiroshima, Japan. On November 3, 2005, it was amalgamated into the city of Hatsukaichi.
The name Miyajima literally translates to Shrine Island, which is exactly what the place is known for. With a red torii standing alone in the waters during the high tides belonging to Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima is one of Japan’s 3 most scenic spots.
The island is a beautiful as it is natural. You will find deers strolling about the island’s parks and as well as monkeys roaming around freely. It is a perfect place for couples in the evening because the place oozes romanticism. The glow of the temple and shrines and the stroll on the beach, what can be more perfect than that? :)
Or you can take a hiking trip up Misen, Miyajima’s highest peak if you’re feeling a little adventurous.
How to get to Miyajima?
Click on this link: How to get around Miyaima
A good place to stay in for the night in Miyajima is at Benten No Yado. You can enjoy their onsens as well as have the perfect view of the Torii. Price ranges from 27,000 Yen to 71, 400 yen per night depending on the season.
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