Itsukushima Travel Guide
Hiroshima
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Popular places to visit
Miyajima Aquarium
See the majestic porpoises and sea lions of the Seto Inland Sea or touch penguins and shoreline creatures at this comprehensive aquarium on Miyajima Island.
Daisho-in
Wander around the enchanting gardens of this temple and check out traditional Buddhist structures on Mount Misen, the holy mountain of Miyajima.
Five-Story Pagoda
Spot this historic pagoda and its distinctive red tiers towering into the sky from afar and come closer to see the 15th-century Buddhist monument’s intricate details.
Momijidani Park
View one of Japan’s most legendary fall sights and see blazing fall colors in this garden of maple trees at the foot of holy Mount Misen on Miyajima Island.
Mount Misen
Forested footpaths and a scenic ropeway lead up to Miyajima’s tallest peak, where you can spot wildlife and examine intriguing rock formations and Buddhist relics.
Omotesando Shopping Arcade
During your visit to Hatsukaichi, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Omotesando Shopping Arcade. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Hiroshima & Miyajima with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry
Orizuru Tower admission ticket (Hiroshima City & Prefecture)
Hiroshima and Miyajima 1 Day Bus Tour With lunch
Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
Peaceful Hiroshima & Miyajima UNESCO 1 Day Bus Tour
Hiroshima and Miyajima by Bike and Boat
Top hotels in Itsukushima
Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto
"This is the best hotel I stayed in during my trip to Japan. Sleeping in Miyajima, was the perfect reset. This hotel is absolutely amazing. Great rooms, spacious, clean and strategically located, I cannot recommend enough."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Miyajima Kinsuikan
"Beautiful hotel and location - and fab breakfast and dinner too!"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Miyajima Hotel Makoto
"The shower pressure is excellent All stuff are kind and welcome feel The location near seaport and convenience store , Lawson . We stay a Japanese style room was a nice and clean . You can see a retro Japanese style bath tub and bathroom . My son and I have a good experience !"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
LiVEMAX RESORT AKIMIYAJIMA
"Generally very nice here. Most staff super helpful. Rooms well appointed and clean. Property location is great. My only niggle is that guests are required to wear house slippers as they enter the hotel. The system of managing these is poor and results in the shoes being shared randomly between guests. ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hotel Miyajima Villa
"We had a great"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Iwaso
Other neighbourhoods around Itsukushima
Nishi Ward
While you're in Nishi Ward, take in top sights like Mitaki-dera or Marina Hop, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Fukushima-cho Station or Nishi-kan-on-machi Station.
Naka Ward
Travellers love Naka Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Hiroshima by jumping on the metro at Funairi-hon-machi Station or Funairi-saiwai-cho Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hiroshima Prefectural Library and Hiroshima Central Shopping District.
Saeki Ward
While visiting Saeki Ward, you might make a stop by sights like Setonaikai National Park and Hiroshima Shokubutsu Park.
Hondori
While there might not be top attractions in Hondori, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Kamiyacho.
Fukuromachi
While visiting Fukuromachi, you might make a stop by sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District and Fukuromachi Park.
Kamiyacho
If you're spending time in Kamiyacho, check out sights like Hiroshima Central Shopping District or Kamiyacho and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kamiya-cho-higashi Station or Hondori Station.
