A Few Days at Miyajima

Seeing the island with fresh eyes - 1

Larry Knipfing Feb 12, 2015 - 1 min read

<p>There are many pine trees and lanterns lining the bay of Miyajima Island</p>

<p>Women in kimono enjoying a chat on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima</p>

<p>I thought this was great - there were even momiji maple leaves in this pond</p>

<p>A gorgeous noren curtain at the entrance to a restaurant here</p>

<p>A father and his daughter on their way to one of Miyajima Island's temples or shrines</p>

<p>A unique modern-day Buddhist statue</p>

<p>Looking down on Itsukushima Shrine and the Sacred Torii from a rise</p>

<p>Close-up view of the island's pagoda, from a cafe halfway up the hill</p>

<p>Three friends at Senjokaku Hall enjoying the view of Daisho-in Temple in the far distance </p>

I visited Miyajima in late November, when the weather was almost perfect. It was still relatively warm, and the momiji maple were at their very best. Most people probably know Miyajima's iconic and famous Sacred Torii gate. It is indeed beautiful and fascinating (there is a real 'Old-time Japan' feel to the island), but there is a lot more to the island than just the Torii . In fact, there is a lot to do and see, and so you can easily spend a few days here. And don't forget that the island is very close to Hiroshima, making them together a perfect half-week trip. Come with me now, and explore the beauty of Miyajima...with fresh eyes.

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Larry Knipfing @larry.knipfing

Born on Long Island, New York in 1958, I have spent the last 30 years of my life living in Japan, and enjoying every minute of it! I especially love photography, and Japan is definitely one of the most beautiful places in the world to photograph! My other love is fiction writing and I have pub...