Itsukushima Shrine Tour with Local Guide
There is no doubt that Itsukushima Shrine is one of the best places to visit if you come to Japan. There are so many things to see and do at this shrine, but the architecture, built to float above the sea, is perhaps the greatest of all its attractions. Why is this shrine floating on the sea? It is
📍Meeting point: In front of the statue of Taira no Kiyomori on Miyajima. Your guide will be holding a yellow sign marked “DeepExperience” and waiting to welcome you. Please consult the map for detailed directions.
There is no doubt that Itsukushima Shrine is one of the best places to visit if you come to Japan. There are so many things to see and do at this shrine, but the architecture, built to float above the sea, is perhaps the greatest of all its attractions. Why is this shrine floating on the sea? It is related to the fact that this shrine is dedicated to the goddesses of the sea. It is also said that this type of architecture was adopted to prevent damage to the island behind the shrine, since the island itself was considered to be the dwelling place of the gods. These religious roots and architectural innovations are valuable and were the reason the shrine was recognized as a World Heritage site. For more details, please visit this place with a guide and feel the charm for yourself.
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What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 20 minThe approach to Itsukushima Shrine is lined with many stores, making it a shopping street. Visitors can enjoy various gourmet specialties of Hiroshima.
Stop 2
⏱ 30 minAdmission includedGo to the shrine floating on the sea. The vermilion shrine is a beautiful sight against the blue of the sea.
Stop 3
⏱ 10 minAdmission includedItsukushima Shrine has numerous buildings, including Toyokuni Shrine, which sits atop a small hill. The building, which is the size of a thousand tatami mats, is a powerful structure.
Stop 4
⏱ 10 minItsukushima Shrine also has a five-story pagoda. The soaring five-story pagoda is a building of Buddhist origin. Why is it located in a shrine? If you are curious about the reason, ask your guide.
What’s Included
- ✓Guide fee
- ✓Itsukushima Shrine Entrance Fee
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Lunch
Additional Info
- 🚇Public transportation options are available nearby
- 🦴Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- 🤰Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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