Miyajima Vacations, Japan

Miyajima is a small island near Hiroshima, Japan. Famed for Itsukushima Shrine and its floating torii, officially one of Japan's Top 3 Views, Miyajima is a very popular destination for Japanese and foreign tourists alike.

Holy since time immemorial, in past times women were not allowed on the island and old people were shipped elsewhere to die, so that the ritual purity of the site would not be spoiled.

These days, strict measures are taken to ensure that the modern town retains a classically Japanese Edo-era look, very much a rarity in Japan and a large reason for the town's attractiveness. There are still a few bits of concrete warren that snuck in, but the seafront promenade is particularly attractive, especially later in the day when the rampaging tour groups head home and the stone lanterns are turned on.

More information on Miyajima Travel at Wikitravel.org

Things To Do and See in Miyajima

Itsukushima Shinto Shrine, Miyajima
The famous shrine built on stilts with its torii gate set in the sea.
Attraction type: Religious site

Mount Misen, Miyajima
Attraction type: Mountain

Miyajima Aquarium, Miyajima
Attraction type: Aquarium

Momijidani Park, Miyajima
Attraction type: Park