Miyajima
The small island of Miyajima (宮島) is a Unesco World Heritage Site and one of Japan's most visited tourist spots. Its star attraction is the oft-photographed vermilion torii (shrine gate) of Itsukushima-jinja, which seems to float on the waves at high tide. The gate is undergoing repairs from June 2019, expected to last 2–3 years; during this time the shrine will remain open but the gate will not be visible.
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Top places to visit in Miyajima
Discover the best attractions in Miyajima from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
- Attraction in Western HonshūItsukushima-jinja
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Attraction in Western HonshūSenjō-kaku - Attraction in Western HonshūFloating Torii
- Attraction in Western HonshūDaigan-ji
- Attraction in Western HonshūDaishō-in
- Attraction in Western HonshūMisen & Ropeway
- Attraction in Western HonshūFloating Nō Stage
- Attraction in Western HonshūMiyajima History & Folklore Museum
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