Miyajima Port Sambashi Bridge
Hiroshima Prefecture · Japan
We will move toward Peace Memorial Park. Basically, we use a ferry, JR, or train. It takes about 1 hour. As an option, you can also take a direct boat (45 minutes) to Peace Memorial Park. Please check your email after booking for details.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
As you disembark at the Miyajima Port Sambashi Bridge, you are entering one of the most revered landscapes in the Japanese archipelago. This port serves as the primary gateway to Itsukushima Island, more commonly known as…
Listen in the app2The Arrival — Crossing the Sacred Waters
The journey to the Sambashi Bridge begins on the mainland at Miyajimaguchi. The short ferry crossing is a ritual of transition, moving from the mundane urban environment of Hiroshima to the spiritual isolation of the island. …
Listen in the app3The Great Torii — A Floating Sentinel
Visible from the port is the Great Torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine, perhaps the most famous image in all of Japan. This 'iconic view' is what defines Miyajima as a member of the 'Nihon Sankei.' The gate is built using…
Listen in the app4The Sacred Deer — Messengers of the Gods
As soon as you leave the Sambashi Bridge, you will likely be greeted by the island's most famous residents: the Sika deer. In Shinto tradition, deer are considered 'shinroku,' or sacred messengers of the gods. …
Listen in the app5The Sambashi Walkway — Engineering for the Elements
The walkway leading away from the Sambashi Bridge is a fascinating piece of engineering that balances modern tourism needs with environmental preservation. This path is designed to offer 'scenic views of the sea' while directing…
Listen in the app6Momijidani Park — The Valley of Maples
If you follow the paths leading inland from the coastal port area, you will eventually reach Momijidani Park, located at the base of Mount Misen. This area is famous for its 'Autumn foliage,' which is considered some of the best…
Listen in the app7Machiya Street — The Traditional Core
Parallel to the busy Omotesando shopping street is the quieter Machiya Street, which offers a more authentic glimpse into the island's 'shitamachi' or traditional residential history. Here, you will find 'small traditional…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our orientation at the Miyajima Port Sambashi Bridge, we look back at the water that separates this sacred island from the mainland. We have seen how this port serves as more than just a transportation hub; it is…
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What is Miyajima Port Sambashi Bridge?
Miyajima Port Sambashi Bridge is a place in Hiroshima Prefecture · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Hiroshima Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 34.3019, 132.3223 |
| Last updated |
