Feb 12, 2015 - 1 min read

A Few Days at Miyajima

Seeing the island with fresh eyes - 1

By Larry Knipfing

Community writer

There are many pine trees and lanterns lining the bay of Miyajima Island

Women in kimono enjoying a chat on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima

I thought this was great - there were even momiji maple leaves in this pond

A gorgeous noren curtain at the entrance to a restaurant here

The roof of a wall and gate

Welcome to Daisho-in Temple

A father and his daughter on their way to one of Miyajima Island's temples or shrines

Fierce guardian warrior

A unique modern-day Buddhist statue

Beauty in a garden

Looking down on Itsukushima Shrine and the Sacred Torii from a rise

The Sacred Torii and a deer

Close-up view of the island's pagoda, from a cafe halfway up the hill

Bell of Senjokaku Hall

Three friends at Senjokaku Hall enjoying the view of Daisho-in Temple in the far distance

I visited Miyajima in late November, when the weather was almost perfect. It was still relatively warm, and the momiji maple were at their very best. Most people probably know Miyajima's iconic and famous Sacred Torii gate. It is indeed beautiful and fascinating (there is a real 'Old-time Japan' feel to the island), but there is a lot more to the island than just the Torii . In fact, there is a lot to do and see, and so you can easily spend a few days here. And don't forget that the island is very close to Hiroshima, making them together a perfect half-week trip. Come with me now, and explore the beauty of Miyajima...with fresh eyes.

Miyajima Island Series

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Amoolya Rajappa

Amoolya Rajappa 10 years ago

Beautiful photos...looks like an awesome experience, wanna visit soon!

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Larry Knipfing

Larry Knipfing Photographer 10 years ago

My 9-part series on Miyajima Island is complete. Take a look if you are planning on visiting Miyajima & Hiroshima.

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