On our way to Hiroshima, we stopped at the Miyajima train station, stored our bags and jumped on a ferry over to the island. It turned out to be a great little side trip. We took the rope-way up to the top of the mountain. Actually, it was two ropeways, and we still weren't at the top.
We had to hike for another kilometer or so to get to the top. We hiked past the eternal flame, which was mostly just glowing embers when we passed.
This island is an instagram hit because of the floating torie gate. We got to see it floating when we arrived, and we got to see it with the tide out when we left.Read more
November 19, 2025 in Japan ⋅ ☀️ 52 °F