Japan Hotels
Compare rates & save on Hotels in Japan
Itsukushima Shrine Description
Itsukushima Shrine is dedicated to the Princess Ichikishima-hime, Tagori-hime and Tagitsu-hime, daughters of the Shinto wind god Susanoo. This early Shinto shrine is first mentioned in 811. It was rebuilt in the time of Taira Kiyomori (1118-81) and was several times restored in subsequent centuries. The various buildings of the shrine rise out of the waters of a small bay, supported on piles; at high tide they appear to float on the water, presenting a picturesque and colorful spectacle with their red timber framing and white walls. The individual buildings are linked with one another by covered gangways.

In accordance with Shinto practice, the Principal Shrine consists of a number of separate halls. Nearest the shore is
... More >
Hobbies & Activities category: Buddhist site or artifact collection;  Typical of the region;  UNESCO World Heritage Site
Hours
January 6 to February 28
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open6:306:306:306:306:306:306:30
Closed17:3017:3017:3017:3017:3017:3017:30
March 1 to October 14
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open6:306:306:306:306:306:306:30
Closed18:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:00
October 15 to November 30
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open6:306:306:306:306:306:306:30
Closed17:3017:3017:3017:3017:3017:3017:30
December 1 to December 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open6:306:306:306:306:306:306:30
Closed17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Cost
Adult¥300.00
Group discounts¥250.00
Students¥200.00
Child 12 & under¥100.00
All values are in local currency (Yen).
Tips
Group admission for 50 or more.
Attractions Near Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima
Hotels in Popular Japan Destinations
Top Japan Destinations