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.
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A Few Days at Miyajima
Seeing the island with fresh eyes - 1
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![There are many pine trees and lanterns lining the bay of Miyajima Island](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107627/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107627.jpg)
There are many pine trees and lanterns lining the bay of Miyajima Island
![Women in kimono enjoying a chat on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107615/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107615.jpg)
Women in kimono enjoying a chat on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima
![I thought this was great - there were even momiji maple leaves in this pond](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107616/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107616.jpg)
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](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107617/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107617.jpg)
A gorgeous noren curtain at the entrance to a restaurant here
![The roof of a wall and gate](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107618/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107618.jpg)
The roof of a wall and gate
![Welcome to Daisho-in Temple](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107619/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107619.jpg)
Welcome to Daisho-in Temple
![A father and his daughter on their way to one of Miyajima Island's temples or shrines](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107621/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107621.jpg)
A father and his daughter on their way to one of Miyajima Island's temples or shrines
![Fierce guardian warrior](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107622/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107622.jpg)
Fierce guardian warrior
![A unique modern-day Buddhist statue](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107623/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107623.jpg)
A unique modern-day Buddhist statue
![Beauty in a garden](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107624/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107624.jpg)
Beauty in a garden
![Looking down on Itsukushima Shrine and the Sacred Torii from a rise](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107625/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107625.jpg)
Looking down on Itsukushima Shrine and the Sacred Torii from a rise
![The Sacred Torii and a deer](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107626/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107626.jpg)
The Sacred Torii and a deer
![Close-up view of the island's pagoda, from a cafe halfway up the hill](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107628/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107628.jpg)
Close-up view of the island's pagoda, from a cafe halfway up the hill
![Bell of Senjokaku Hall](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107629/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107629.jpg)
Bell of Senjokaku Hall
![Three friends at Senjokaku Hall enjoying the view of Daisho-in Temple in the far distance ](https://a0.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/18740-107631/1000/hiroshima-a-few-days-at-miyajima-107631.jpg)
Three friends at Senjokaku Hall enjoying the view of Daisho-in Temple in the far distance
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Amoolya Rajappa
9 years ago
Beautiful photos...looks like an awesome experience, wanna visit soon!
My 9-part series on Miyajima Island is complete. Take a look if you are planning on visiting Miyajima & Hiroshima.
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