Miyajima

Chūgoku region

Tachibana Restaurant in Miyajima: A Taste Test of the Fried Oyster Set Meal, Plus Menu and Queue Tips

For lunch while sightseeing on Miyajima, Tachibana is a local restaurant worth knowing about. What makes it stand out is...
2026.09.28
Chūgoku region
Chūgoku region

The History of Daisho-in: Miyajima’s Oldest Temple and Its Ties to Kukai and the Imperial Court

*This article contains affiliate links (advertising).Alongside Itsukushima Shrine, Daisho-in, spread across the foot of ...
2026.09.28
Chūgoku region
Chūgoku region

The History of Itsukushima Shrine: From Its Founding to Taira no Kiyomori and UNESCO Status

Famous for its vermilion torii gate rising out of the sea, Itsukushima Shrine is the symbol of Miyajima ("Shrine Island"...
2026.09.27
Chūgoku region
Chūgoku region

How to Get to Miyajima: Ferry from Miyajimaguchi & High-Speed Boat from Hiroshima Port

*This article contains affiliate links (advertising).Miyajima, home to the UNESCO World Heritage site Itsukushima Shrine...
2026.09.27
Chūgoku region