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Mt Misen, Miyajima, Japan
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Hiking Mount Misen on Miyajima

The sacred Japanese island of Miyajima (Itsukushima), which lies off the coast near Hiroshima, is famous for its “floating” torii gate and shrines. However, Miyajima also has a 535m-high mountain, Mount Misen, that features small temples, a waterfall, and great views of the Inland Sea.  There are three routes up Mt Misen, with the one […]

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Itsukushima floating torii gate, Miyajima, Japan
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Visiting Miyajima and its famous floating tori gate

Near the city of Hiroshima lies the holy island of Itsukushima (commonly known as Miyajima). Tiny and sparsely populated, Miyajima is one of Japan’s most well-known destinations and is also called the “Island of the Gods.” This is where the famous “floating” torii gate lies, in the waters just off the coast of Itsukushima Shrine. […]

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