What to do with 1 Day in HIROSHIMA & MIYAJIMA Japan

Miyajima Island, also known as Itsukushima, is famous for the Itsukushima Shrine and the O Torii gate, considered one of Japan's top scenic sights and a peaceful island to explore.

Itsukushima Shrine is one of Japan's top scenic sights, famous for its O Torii gate that appears to float on water during high tide, serving as a protector over sacred lands for over 1,400 years.

The Peace Park is centrally located and near the Peace Memorial Museum.

Hiroshima Station is where travelers typically arrive by Shinkansen, and streetcars provide transportation to the city center.

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is a powerful museum focusing on first-hand accounts of the atomic bombing and its aftermath.

The Atomic Bomb Dome is located near the departure point for the fast boat to Itsukushima Shrine.

The O Torii, or Grand Tori Gate, is part of the Itsukushima Shrine and stands almost 17 meters tall, appearing to float on the waves at high tide.

Mount Misen is the peak of Miyajima Island, accessible by hiking or ropeway, offering an observation deck.

Hiroshima Castle, originally constructed in the late 16th century, was largely destroyed by the atomic bomb but rebuilt, offering panorama views of the city.

Osaka Castle is mentioned as a point of comparison to Hiroshima Castle.

Miyajimaguchi Station is where you can take the train and ferry to Miyajima Island.