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Miyajima Highlights: Itsukushima Shrine & Island Nature
Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
$266.30
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Discover the spiritual heart of Miyajima Island on a fully private walking tour guided by Japanese local guides deeply connected to Hiroshima, offering perspectives shaped by family history, cultural memory, and lived experience.
Visit the iconic Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its floating torii gate and magnificent Daishoin temple. Learn about the island’s long-standing spiritual traditions, symbolism, and why Miyajima has been considered sacred for centuries.
Beyond the main landmarks, explore quieter areas of the island, natural scenery, and everyday local life. Your guide shares cultural context and stories that help you understand Miyajima not just as a destination, but as a living community.
As a private tour, the itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted to your interests and pace—whether you want to focus on history, photography, nature, or a more reflective visit.
This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a deeper, more meaningful experience.
Visit the iconic Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its floating torii gate and magnificent Daishoin temple. Learn about the island’s long-standing spiritual traditions, symbolism, and why Miyajima has been considered sacred for centuries.
Beyond the main landmarks, explore quieter areas of the island, natural scenery, and everyday local life. Your guide shares cultural context and stories that help you understand Miyajima not just as a destination, but as a living community.
As a private tour, the itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted to your interests and pace—whether you want to focus on history, photography, nature, or a more reflective visit.
This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a deeper, more meaningful experience.
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Discover Miyajima half-day private tour w/ local
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours
- Advance customization consultation
- Meet up with guide in Hiroshima on foot
- Live Local Tour Guide
- Entrance fee of Itsukushima shrine
- Tour photo data
- Tips
- Optional: fast boats, direct boats or taxis (¥2300~¥8000/one way)
- Basic (non-JR Pass users)
- Any food or drink are not included
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HiroshimaThe tour departs from a hotel or train station in Hiroshima City; the order of the tour can be changed between Miyajima and Peace Park to see the Floating Torii Gate. We use public transportation. Travel time to Miyajima is 1 hour.
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MiyajimaVisit a spiritual island "MIYAJIMA" that has been revered as the gods' island since ancient times. Deer, the messengers of the gods, welcome you!
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Itsukushima Shrine ToriiThe Floating Torii gate appears on the sea when the tide is high. At low tide, you can walk by it and be impressed by its size and beauty!
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Itsukushima ShrineItsukushima Shrine floats on the sea and is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site. This shrine, also a national treasure, changes its appearance with the ebb and flow of the tide. Visitors can enjoy the beauty of the majestic Heian-period Japanese architecture. If you are lucky, you will be witness to a wedding ceremony or a dance dedicated to the gods!
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Daishoin TempleDaisho-in Temple is a unique and rare temple. The oldest temple on Miyajima, it is located in the midst of rich nature and has many attractions. This temple was loved by Shogun Hideyoshi and many other influential people, and is a must-see!
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SenjokakuPart of the Itsukusima shrine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, built in 16th century. Large halls and wall-less spaces are quiet and peaceful. Shogun Hideyoshi order to built.
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Miyajima Omotesando Shopping StreetStroll Omotesando shopping street. Lined with food stores and souvenir stores selling Miyajima's specialty products such as oysters, conger eel rice bowl, and momiji manju (steamed buns). Momiji-manju hand-baking workshops are also available.
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Miyajima Port Sambashi BridgeWe will move toward Peace Memorial Park. Basically, we use a ferry, JR, or train. It takes about 1 hour. As an option, you can also take a direct boat (45 minutes) to Peace Memorial Park. Please check your email after booking for details.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Miyajima Highlights: Itsukushima Shrine & Island Nature
Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
$266.30
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!