Miyajima in Autumn

Hiroshima's most famous sight-seeing spot in gold & red

By JJ Walsh Oct 17, 2012 - 1 min read

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View out to the Seito-Naikai Inland sea from Miyajima's hills

Miyajima's famous bridge

old fashioned, ornate house front on the island

giant tori gate

red antique umbrella in front of autumn leaves

yellow ginko leaves in front of pagoda

performances in autumn on Itsukushima shrine

Miyajima island is one of the most visited spots in all of Japan and is especially beautiful when blanketed in Autumn colors. If you are visiting Hiroshima from the end of October to the end of November, you can enjoy a day walking around the island taking in the many stunning views amid the vivid colors of the Fall leaves.

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JJ Walsh @joy.walsh

I've been living in Hiroshima since the mid 90's & still discovering new things to enjoy. I'm a big fan of both the old "wabi sabi" as well as modern and new designs, Japan offers both of these type of places to explore and enjoy. Even after many years here, I am still discovering surprising, fantastic and wacky things about this strange and wonderful land. I hope you enjoy your adventures around Japan- feel free to contact me with any questions you may have about traveling with kids, vegetarian dining or anything specific to Hiroshima.

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Kim B 8 months ago

I loved Miyajima when I visited (in the spring!) but I feel like I need to make a return trip in the autumn months to soak up some of the beautiful colors!

JJ Walsh Photographer 5 years ago

it really is a stunning time of year to be on miyajima island- thanks for your comments!

Chantelle Silva 5 years ago

Such beautiful photos! I need to go back to Miyajima in autumn to see these gorgeous colours!

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Kim B 8 months ago

I loved Miyajima when I visited (in the spring!) but I feel like I need to make a return trip in the autumn months to soak up some of the beautiful colors!