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.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $96.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 12.
The approach to Itsukushima Shrine is lined with many stores, making it a shopping street. Visitors can enjoy various gourmet specialties of Hiroshima.
Go to the shrine floating on the sea. The vermilion shrine is a beautiful sight against the blue of the sea.
Itsukushima 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.
Itsukushima 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.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itsukushima Shrine Tour with Local Guide lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $65 per person for this Hiroshima experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $96. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 3:30 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in JA, EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 6 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Itsukushima Shrine Tour with Local Guide | 1h 30min | — | $65 | |
 Private Miyajima: Itsukushima Shrine, Island Nature & Local Guide | 5 hours | 5.0 (40) | $160 | View |
 Miyajima Sea Pilgrimage to Itsukushima Shrine Oyster Farm Visit | 2 hours | 5.0 (56) | $96 | View |
 Hiroshima & Miyajima Guided tour with Itsukushima Shrine & Ferry | 8 hours | 4.9 (739) | $45 | View |
 Miyajima Half-Day Customized Tour with Licensed Local Guide | 4 hours | 4.9 (235) | $112 | View |
 Private Hiroshima & Miyajima Day Tour with Local Guide Pancho | 7h 30min | 5.0 (65) | $340 | View |
 Private Miyajima Rickshaw Tour Including Itsukushima Shrine | 30 min–2h | 4.9 (44) | $39 | View |
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
