Question 1

How do I get to Miyajima?

Accepted Answer

Ferries leave from the Miyajimaguchi pier, 6 minutes' walk from JR Miyajimaguchi Station or 3 minutes' walk from Hiroden Miyajimaguchi Station. The crossing takes about 10 minutes. Two companies operate the route, JR Ferry and Matsudai Kisen.

Question 2

How long does a visit take?

Accepted Answer

Going round the shrine buildings and corridors alone takes about 30-45 minutes. With the Treasure Hall, the five-storey pagoda and Senjokaku, allow 1-2 hours. Seeing Miyajima as a whole takes half a day to a full day.

Question 3

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

They vary by season. The gates generally open at 6:30 and close between about 17:00 and 18:00. In winter (December) it is 6:30-17:00, and from March to 14 October and from 15 October to November it is 6:30-18:00. Please check the official website for the latest information.

Question 4

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

The offering for entry is 300 yen for adults, 200 yen for high school students and 100 yen for elementary and junior high school students. The combined discount ticket with the Treasure Hall is 500 yen, 300 yen and 150 yen. Groups of 50 or more receive a discount.

Question 5

Can I visit the Treasure Hall as well?

Accepted Answer

The Itsukushima Shrine Treasure Hall holds and displays a large collection of arms, armour and bugaku masks. There is a separate admission charge for the Treasure Hall alone, and a combined discount ticket with the shrine (adults 500 yen, high school students 300 yen, elementary and junior high school students 150 yen).

Question 6

Is it a World Heritage site?

Accepted Answer

It was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1996. The shrine buildings include 6 National Treasures and many Important Cultural Properties, and the complex, including the great torii, is linked by corridors totalling about 270 m.

Question 7

Tell me about the deer on Miyajima.

Accepted Answer

Wild sika deer live on Miyajima and can be seen along the approach and around the shrine grounds. Feeding them is prohibited, and they may take food from you, so please keep your food secure.

Question 8

When should I go to avoid the crowds?

Accepted Answer

Visitor numbers rise from around midday, so early morning is best if you want to avoid the crowds. Just after the gates open at 6:30 it is relatively quiet and the atmosphere is fresh. The first ferry is at about 6:25.

Question 9

Is there an illumination at night?

Accepted Answer

The shrine buildings and the great torii are lit up at night. The contrast between the setting sun and the torii is another popular sight.

Question 10

How does the view change between high and low tide?

Accepted Answer

At high tide the shrine buildings appear to float on the sea, and the great torii gate stands in the water, a magical sight. At low tide the sand appears and you can walk right up to the foot of the torii. We recommend checking the tide table on the Miyajima Tourist Association website in advance.

Question 11

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

There is no car park for general visitors on Miyajima. You need to park on the Miyajimaguchi side and cross by ferry. There are paid car parks near the ferry terminal.

Question 12

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture

Question 13

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Open every day.

Question 14

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Shrine offering for entry: adults 300 yen, high school students 200 yen, elementary and junior high school students 100 yen. Combined discount ticket with the Treasure Hall: adults 500 yen, high school students 300 yen, elementary and junior high school students 150 yen.

Question 15

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is not available.

Question 16

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 10 minutes by ferry from the Miyajimaguchi pier, reached from JR Miyajimaguchi Station or Hiroden Miyajimaguchi Station, then about 10 minutes' walk from the Miyajima pier.

Question 17

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

6:30-18:00 (varies by season: December 6:30-17:00; March to 14 October 6:30-18:00; 15 October to November 6:30-18:00). Please check the official website for the latest information.

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