What other travelers are saying about Itsukushima Jinja O-torii (Grand Torii Gate)
🏯 Itsukushima Shrine Great Torii (Miyajima, Hiroshima) Review
When I visited Itsukushima Shrine, the tide was low, and the water around the famous red Torii gate had receded. Even though it wasn’t surrounded by the sea at that moment, seeing this World Heritage Site up close was still a deeply moving experience. Standing before such a historically and spiritually significant place filled me with admiration and peace.
Many visitors from around the world were there, all captivated by the shrine’s atmosphere and beauty. I also took a boat tour around the area, which offered a lovely view of the island and the Torii gate from the water. The nearby resort area was a wonderful place to relax — the air was fresh, the environment was clean, and the food was organic and delicious. The staff were very kind and welcoming, making the stay even more enjoyable.
Overall, visiting the Itsukushima Shrine and its Great Torii was an unforgettable experience. Even during low tide, the site’s spiritual energy and natural beauty left a lasting impression. It’s a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Hiroshima who wishes to connect with Japan’s culture, history, and nature in a peaceful setting.
Visiting Itsukushima Jinja Temple in Hiroshima was an unforgettable experience! As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the temple is absolutely stunning — especially the iconic “floating” torii gate over the water. The atmosphere is peaceful yet full of life. I loved meeting and gently petting the friendly deer that roam the island — such a unique experience! I also tried the pull-bicycle (rickshaw) service, and the driver was incredibly nice, helpful, and knowledgeable. He explained the history of the temple and made the whole visit even more special. A must-see spot in Japan for its beauty, culture, and amazing hospitality!
Absolutely amazing! Going to Miyajima / Itsukushima was a last minute addition to our Japan vacation but it turned out being the best day we had on our trip. Be sure to go super early so you can see the area at high tide - it's absolutely stunning, and as a bonus you will also avoid some of the crowds that start around 9 am. The whole island has a lot to offer but the shrine was definitely worth the trip on its own.
Visiting the island and the shrine was a must for us as we were going to visit Hiroshima and we decided to stay a night instead of going on a day trip. It's was great to experience the different vibes of the island during day time (packed with people) and compare it to late night and early morning. The torii gate is stunning no matter the time of day however it's extra special during low tide when you can just walk over to it. Would definately recommend staying a night!
Really nice area and in general beautiful shrine.
I was there in a week day in September 2025 where the tide was low.
The prices was okay
- The ferry it was around 200 Yen for an adult ticket.
- The entrance to shrine Itsukushima Jinja it was 300 Yen for an adult.
It's not because it was really expensive, but personally I was a bit disappointed about the shrine it self. It's very similar to other big shrines (where a lot of places you don't need to pay entrance) so it was not so out standing it self, as I have expected. There was good sight to the red gate, there maybe the most popular by this shrine.
But beside this it was in general really lovely area.
If the tide is low, as when I was there, I personally will recommend to go down on beach, instead of pay to go in to shrine. I think that it at least as beautiful, of not more, to be down around the gate than in the shrine.
