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Join this unique and captivating tour that lets you experience the iconic red gate of Miyajima, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in a way most people don’t know about. Miyajima, a mystical island that has recently been attracting worldwide attention, is home to the stunning red gate, which stands about 16 meters tall and weighs sixty tons.
On this tour, you’ll have the rare chance to see this magnificent gate not from the ground, but from the sea, offering a completely different perspective. Before you reach the red gate, you’ll also have the opportunity to visit the historic Itsukushima Shrine and take a leisurely stroll through the charming streets of Miyajima in the evening.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour guide will meet you near the Seven-Eleven convenience store in front of JR ticket gate.
Itinerary
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It takes about forty minutes by using JR and ferry to visit Miyajima. In addition, it takes 20 minutes to walk to Itsukushima Shrine.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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Registered as a World Heritage site in 1996, Itsukushima Shrine is one of the few shrines in Japan with wooden structures in the sea. This beautiful and majestic shrine have long been a place of worship on Miyajima or Itsukushima, where it is said that the entire island is inhabited by gods.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Until ferry's check in time, we can stop by the main shopping street on the island. Bustling with activity every day, it stretches about three hundred fifty meters. Visitors can enjoy Miyajima's local crafts, souvenirs, and specialty gourmet food.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Standing proudly on the sea, the striking red torii gate is a symbol of beauty and grace. Once the entrance to Itsukushima Shrine, it has long been revered as a boundary between the realms of the gods and humans. On this tour, you’ll have the rare opportunity to see the gate from a unique perspective right on the water, something most visitors don’t get to experience. The boat used for this journey is a traditional yakatabune, a style of pleasure boat once favored by nobility and samurai for leisurely outings. From this elegant vessel, you’ll enjoy a truly memorable experience, one that will leave you in awe. ※In this Cruise, join in basis. There may be other participants.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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It takes about fifty minutes by using JR and ferry to go back to Hiroshima Station.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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