Miyajima (Also known as Itsukushima) ๐๐ธ
Miyajima, also called Itsukushima, is one of the famous Three Views of Japan. ๐๏ธ ๐บ๐ The island, which spans only 30 square kilometers, has long been designated by Japanese authorities as a Special Historic Site and a Special Place of Scenic Beauty. ๐ ๐บ๐ At the heart of the island lies the vermilion Itsukushima Shrine, a complex with many buildings connected by walkways above the water, ๐บ๐ appearing to float when the tide is high. ๐ The shrine is also characterized by its camphor wood gate, painted a vivid vermilion that contrasts strikingly with the green sea. ๐ ๐บ๐ ๐ฟ Visitors can admire the Great Torii gate standing in the sea and the shimmering reflection of the shrine's red structure on the water's surface, a sight that is truly invigorating to the spirit. ๐ฐ๐ ๐บ๐ Address: 64-24 Zennyuji, Miki-cho, Mihara City, Hiroshima Prefecture Transportation: About a 5-minute walk from "Hiroshima Airport." ๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ถโโ๏ธ #Miyajima #Itsukushima ๐บ๐