Located just a short ferry ride across the Seto Inland Sea from Hiroshima, Miyajima is famous for its roaming deer and the floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine. Visitors can taste regional specialties like grilled oysters, momiji manju cakes, and local lemon drinks along the Omotesando Shopping Street. The island also features mountain trails, the historic Daisho-in Temple, and panoramic views from Mount Misen.
Eating Momiji Manju and Bacon Cheese Nigiriten with Nana-san
Shizuka Anderson explores the food scene of Miyajima with local guide Nana. They begin by walking through the narrow shopping alleys to sample street food snacks. During the tour, they eat Bacon and Cheese Nirigiten, which is a fried fish paste stick, alongside Pickled Plum Onigiri and Oyster & Olive Oil Onigiri. They also visit a local workshop to bake their own momiji manju, the maple-leaf-shaped cake of Hiroshima. To finish the food tour, they stop at GEBURA for mulled lemonade and local lemon drinks made with lemons from the Setouchi Inland Sea.
- 📍 Featured Spot: GEBURA
- 💡 Best for: Foodies, Cultured Travelers
One Day Itinerary: Itsukushima Shrine, Daisho-in Temple, and Grilled Oysters
The creator outlines a day trip itinerary from Hiroshima to Miyajima Island. The journey starts with a ferry ride before arriving at the Omotesando Shopping Street to eat momiji manju. They walk past the local deer to see the Grand Torii Gate and tour the Itsukushima Shrine. Next, they visit Senjokaku Hall, stop for grilled oysters, and head up the Miyajima Ropeway to Mount Misen. The tour wraps up with a hike down to Daisho-in Temple and a final look at the Grand Torii Gate at high tide.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Itsukushima Shrine & Daisho-in Temple
- 💡 Best for: First-Time Travelers, Hikers
Solo Travel on Miyajima Island with Ankit Purohit Vlogs
This video highlights a solo travel experience to Miyajima Island in Hiroshima. The creator documents their arrival on the island and walks through the scenic waterfront areas. They interact with the free-roaming deer that populate the paths near Itsukushima Shrine.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Various spots in Miyajima
- 💡 Best for: Solo Travelers
Finding Japan’s Scenic Views: Miyajima Island with Helen Lee
Helen Lee travels to Hiroshima to check off one of Japan’s three most scenic views on Miyajima Island. The video showcases the journey to the island and the iconic seaside landscape. She walks around the waterfront area to view the historic Itsukushima Shrine and its famous floating torii gate.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Itsukushima Shrine
- 💡 Best for: Sightseers, Day Trippers
Trying the Isuzu Matcha Pancake at Pancake no Mukougawa Chizo
This short features a premium dessert experience at Pancake no Mukougawa Chizo in Miyajima. The creator orders the Isuzu Pancake for 4,000 yen, which features top-grade Japanese matcha and Häagen-Dazs ice cream. Visitors must use a same-day write-down waitlist system at the physical shop to secure a seat, as advance reservations are not accepted.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Pancake no Mukougawa Chizo
- 💡 Best for: Foodies, Dessert Lovers
Exploring Miyajima’s Autumn Scenery with Sam Todd
Creator Sam Todd documents an autumn day trip to Miyajima Island in Hiroshima. The travel experience begins with a ferry ride across the water to reach the island. Upon arrival, the creator encounters the resident deer walking through the fallen brown leaves. The video follows their walk through the historical streets and down towards the coast to see the floating torii gate. They also stop to check out local shops and try seasonal street food options.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Various spots in Miyajima
- 💡 Best for: Casual Explorers, Couples
Summer Day Trip: Wagyu Sukiyaki, Daisho-in, and Age Momiji
The creator takes a summer day trip to Miyajima, starting with a scenic ferry ride across the Seto Inland Sea. After arriving, they stop at a local coffee shop for a relaxing drink before having wagyu beef sukiyaki for lunch. Next, they explore the peaceful gardens and stone statues of Daisho-in Temple. The walk continues down Omotesando Shopping Street to sample street food snacks, including the deep-fried age momiji. They finish the excursion at Itsukushima Shrine to admire the floating torii gate as evening approaches.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Daisho-in Temple & Omotesando Shopping Street
- 💡 Best for: Foodies, History Enthusiasts
A Quick One-Day Itinerary on Miyajima Island
This video by mytastytravels provides a quick guide to spending a day on Miyajima Island. The creator travels from Hiroshima and arrives on the island to see the iconic red torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine. They highlight walking among the local deer and exploring the historic temple grounds.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Itsukushima Shrine
- 💡 Best for: First-Time Travelers
Rainy Day Exploring with Asuka on Miyajima
Sweet Tati shares a rainy day vlog exploring Miyajima alongside travel companion Asuka. They take the ferry across to the island under overcast skies and carry umbrellas through the wet streets. Despite the rain, they walk around the historic paths to see the local deer roaming near the waterfront. They explore the outdoor structures of Itsukushima Shrine and watch the tide surround the torii gate. The video captures how the rain alters the typical island experience as they search for dry places to warm up.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Itsukushima Shrine
- 💡 Best for: Friends, Slow Travelers
Travel Japan Together: Hiroshima and Miyajima Day Trip
This short shows how to easily visit Hiroshima and Miyajima as a day trip starting from Osaka or Kyoto. The journey highlights using the Shinkansen bullet train to arrive quickly in the region. The creators show key sights, including the Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima and the floating torii gate on Miyajima Island.
- 📍 Featured Spot: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Miyajima Island
- 💡 Best for: Fast-Paced Travelers, Day Trippers
