Private Cruise: Guided Sea Worship & Visit Two Seaside Shrines
Discover Miyajima’s sacred seascape on a private charter cruise from Miyahama Onsen. In a 1-hour one-way or 1h20 round-trip voyage, experience a maritime pilgrimage to Itsukushima Shrine, viewing its towering 16m torii from the water (tide permitting) and performing the traditional two bows, two cla
📍Meeting point: Meeting point: Okushin Pier 1-3-3, Miyahama Onsen, Hatsukaichi-shi, Hiroshima Access： By Public transportation: Shuttle service available from JR Onoura Station (please inform us of your arrival time). By walk：A 25-minute walk from JR Onoura Station
Discover Miyajima’s sacred seascape on a private charter cruise from Miyahama Onsen. In a 1-hour one-way or 1h20 round-trip voyage, experience a maritime pilgrimage to Itsukushima Shrine, viewing its towering 16m torii from the water (tide permitting) and performing the traditional two bows, two claps, one bow. Cruise the Ōno Seto sea route to observe oyster rafts and learn about Hiroshima’s oyster cultivation, enjoy coastal scenery where traces of Yayoi-period dwellings remain, and admire Mt. Misen’s primeval forest and reclining Kannon silhouette. The tour also visits two of Miyajima’s “Seven Seaside Shrines” — Suyaura and Mitoko (the latter marking the deity’s temporary enshrinement; note its distinctive cracked-rock crest). Calm Seto Inland waters make for a peaceful, reflective sail. Please check tide schedules for best viewing; 1% of sales supports mountain safety and environmental conservation.
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What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 15 minYou can choose the start time for this plan. Please choose your preferred start time when you make your reservation. [00:00] Meet at Okushin Pier, put on life jackets [00:05] Departure – Cruise while observing oyster rafts
Stop 2
⏱ 25 min[00:15] Land and worship at Suyaura Shrine
Stop 3
⏱ 15 min[00:40] Worship at Mitoko Shrine from the sea
Stop 4
⏱ 5 min[00:55] Worship at Itsukushima Shrine from the sea
Stop 5
⏱ 5 min[01:00] Arrive at Miyajima and disband
Stop 6
⏱ 15 min[01:20] or Return to Okushin Pier and disband
What’s Included
- ✓Cruise fee
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Drinks
Additional Info
- 👶Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- ❤️Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Service animals allowed
- 🚇Public transportation options are available nearby
- 🚶Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •As there are no restroom facilities along the way, please use the restroom before participating.
- •Participation requirements： Over 7 years old
- •In the event of a cancellation due to inclement weather, we will notify you by 3:00 PM the day before. (No cancellation fees will apply.)
- •In the summer, we recommend wearing long sleeves, a hat, and sunglasses for sun protection.
- •During the winter, we recommend dressing in outerwear, a knit hat, and a scarf for warmth and wind protection.
- •Infants (6 years old and under, free of charge) are required to sit on laps.
- •Please take personal measures for waterproofing your smartphone and injury prevention at the beach. (If you have concerns, we recommend obtaining leisure insurance.)
- •Items to bring：Drink
- •Clothes：Comfortable clothes easy to move in
- •In the case of a joint event with other participants, if delays occur due to customer circumstances, there is a possibility of departure without waiting for your arrival. In such cases, please be aware that a 100% cancellation fee will apply as a same-day cancellation. (If you anticipate being late, please contact us as soon as possible.)
- •Please show consideration for the natural environment (avoid approaching marine animals indiscriminately, leave the area cleaner than when you arrived, etc.).
- •Please be aware that on the day of the event, changes to the course may occur based on weather conditions, sea conditions, tides, and the participants' levels and health.
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