Miyajima

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"...

Chūgoku region

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

Miyajima, home to the UNESCO World Heritage site Itsukushima Shrine, is not connected to the mainland by a bridge, so ge...

Chūgoku region