Written by Greg Lane

A famous shrine on the island of Itsukushima popularly known as Miyajima (shrine island).

The shrine is famous for a large torii gate just offshore that is surrounded by water at high tide.

Photo by Gregory Lane

At low tide, you can walk out to and through the giant torii.

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厳島神社
Hiroshima
1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima
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Adults: ¥300
High School students: ¥200
Elementary School students: ¥100
  • 2.3 km from Hiroden-miyajima-guchi Station Hiroden Line 2
  • 2.5 km from Kyoteijo-mae (temporary stop) Station Hiroden Line 2
  • 2.9 km from Hiroden-ajina Station Hiroden Line 2

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