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Itsukushima Shrine

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Explore Itsukushima Shrine & Miyajima’s Floating Torii Gate

July 4, 2026 / Chūgoku Region, Hiroshima Prefecture, Temples & Shrines

The iconic floating Torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine (厳島神社) is one of Japan’s most recognizable and spiritual sights, famously appearing to float completely on the sea at high tide. Registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, the shrine’s dramatic scenery changes completely with the ebb and flow of the tide, offering a particularly […]

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The Ultimate Guide to Miyajima and the Great Torii Gate

August 2, 2026 / Autumn Foliage, Cherry Blossom, Chūgoku Region, Hiroshima Prefecture, Trekking/Hiking in Japan, World Heritage

Miyajima Island (宮島), home to the iconic “floating” Great Torii Gate, stands as one of Japan’s most magical and spiritually significant UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From the moment you step off the ferry, you are welcomed by the island’s famous population of free-roaming, incredibly cute deer, who wander peacefully alongside travelers exploring this coastal paradise.

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