Museum of History and Folklore

The Miyajima Museum of History and Folklore ({j, Miyajima Rekishi Minzoku Shiryōkan) aims to illustrate to visitors the history of Miyajima, both in its larger historical context and in the commonplace details of Miyajima residents' daily lives. Works of art and artifacts relating to the island's shrine and its ceremonies are put on display alongside common tools used by local inhabitants in their day to day lives.
The museum building itself is also of interest. Built about 160 years ago, it originally served as the residence and storehouse of a wealthy merchant family who prospered in the soya sauce business. The front half of the museum consists of the preserved living quarters of the family, which look out onto a traditional Japanese garden in the courtyard.

Getting there and around
The Miyajima Museum of History and Folklore is a short walk from the exit of Itsukushima Shrine, or about a 15 minute walk from the Miyajima ferry pier.
How to get to and around Miyajima

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Hotels around Miyajima
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Oyado TsukiusagiView on Booking.comElegant Accommodation
Oyado Tsukiusagi in Miyajima offers an adults-only ryokan experience with free WiFi. Each room features a private bathroom, air-conditioning, bath, hairdryer, tatami floor, free toiletries, shower, and TV.Comfortable Amenities
Guests benefit from daily housekeeping service and luggage storage. Additional facilities include a TV, shower, and free toiletries.Prime Location
Located less than 1 km from Itsukushima Shrine and the Five Storey Pagoda, the ryokan is a 7-minute walk from the Great Torii. Nearby attractions include Momijidani Park and Shiraito Falls. Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport is 28 km away. -
ItsumoyaView on Booking.comSpacious Accommodation
Itsumoya in Miyajima offers spacious ryokan rooms with one bedroom and one bathroom. Each room features air-conditioning, a kitchenette, washing machine, and tatami floors.Essential Facilities
Guests enjoy a beautiful garden and free WiFi. The property provides daily housekeeping, laundry service, and family rooms.Convenient Location
Located 28 km from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport, Itsumoya is near attractions such as the Five Storey Pagoda (5-minute walk), Itsukushima Shrine (600 metres), and Tsutsumigaura Beach (2.3 km).Guest Satisfaction
Highly rated for its attentive host, impeccable cleanliness, and convenient location. -
Yamaichi BekkanView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Yamaichi Bekkan in Miyajima offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and free WiFi. Each room includes a bath, shower, TV, electric kettle, and free toiletries.Dining and Services
Guests enjoy a restaurant serving dinner and breakfast. The property provides free on-site private parking, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and free WiFi.Local Attractions
Located 28 km from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport, the ryokan is near Itsukushima Shrine (less than 1 km), Five Storey Pagoda (8-minute walk), and Shiraito Falls (1.6 km).Guest Satisfaction
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ITSUKUSHIMA IROHAITSUKUSHIMA IROHA is located in Miyajimafs Omotesando Avenue, a 5-minute walk from Itsukushima Shinto Shrine and Miyajima Pier. The hotel offers a restaurant and Japanese-style rooms with free wired internet access. The stylish rooms at ITSUKUSHIMA IROHA feature tatami-mat flooring and private bathrooms. Amenities include a flat-screen TV and DVD player. The hotel also provides business services. The restaurant "MIYAJIMA YOHEIg in Itsukushima Iroha offers meals that make full use of these ingredients. One of the pleasures of traveling is to experience the local climate and enjoy the "food" nurtured there. We make efforts every day to offer our guests a taste of the Seto Inland Sea and the flavors of Hiroshima.View on Booking.com -
Itsukushimahigashimonzen KikugawaView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Itsukushimahigashimonzen Kikugawa in Miyajima offers adults-only rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and tatami floors. Each room includes a bath, bidet, hairdryer, yukata, and free toiletries.Essential Facilities
Guests enjoy a serene garden and free WiFi. The ryokan provides a lounge, daily housekeeping service, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a sofa bed, carpeted floors, and a TV.Prime Location
Located 28 km from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport, the ryokan is near attractions such as the Five Storey Pagoda (6-minute walk), Itsukushima Shrine (700 metres), and Shiraito Falls (1.4 km). Guests appreciate the convenient location and room comfort. -
Miyajima Guest House MikuniyaMiyajima Guesthouse Mikuniya is a traditional Japanese-style guesthouse located on Miyajima (Itsukushima). It has a beautiful Japanese garden and a large living room, creating a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Our friendly mascot cat will welcome you! We are in a great location ? only 5 minutes on foot from Itsukushima Shrine and Daisho-in Temple, and 15 minutes from the Mt. Misen trail entrance. You can choose between tatami rooms with futons or shared dormitory rooms with wooden beds. Dinner includes our special Mikuniya curry. We also offer private baths and rental bicycles. In the shared lounge, you can enjoy Japanese cultural experiences like calligraphy and origami, and meet people from all over the world. We hope your stay in Miyajima will be full of unforgettable memories and wonderful encounters.View on Booking.com -
Miyajima Grand Hotel ArimotoA 3-minute stroll from Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto boasts an outdoor hot spring bath. It offers luxurious Japanese-style and Western rooms and a free shuttle from Miyajima Pier. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Spacious rooms feature either traditional futon bedding on a tatami (woven mat) floor, or carpeting and twin beds. All feature a minimalist interior in neutral colours, with a Japanese-style as well as a Western seating area and an LCD TV. Guests can unwind in a soothing artificial hot spring, which is separate for men and women. Arimoto Grand Hotel houses a souvenir shop, drinks vending machines and limited free parking. Authentic Japanese cuisine featuring fresh seafood is served at restaurant Shioji in a stylish contemporary setting, and the traditional Japanese-style saloon. There is a free coffee lounge on the front lobby floor. Miyajima Grand Hotel Arimoto is less than a 5-minute walk from the beautiful Pagoda Goju-no-To and historical Senjokaku Hall. The Miyajima Ferry Terminal is a 10-minute walk away.View on Booking.com -
JukeisoJukeiso features Japanese-style rooms overlooking the majestic entrance gate (Torii) of Itsukushima-jinja Shrine, only a 5-minute walk from the Unesco World Heritage Site itself. The hotel offers public and private hot baths and a free shuttle to/from Miyajima Ferry Terminal. Free Wi-Fi is provided at the lobby. Japanese-style hotel Jukeiso is a 10-minute walk from Hokoku Shrine and Goju-no-To Pagoda. It's a 14-minute walk from Momijidani Park, and a 19-minute walk from the Miyajima Ropeway at Momijidani Station. Guests can unwind in a public indoor bath, which is available 24 hours, while an outdoor bath for private use offers views of Itsukushima-jinja Shrine. Jukeiso serves a Japanese breakfast and dinner at its restaurant. Besides amazing nature views, comfortable rooms come with a flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge and an en suite bathroom. Yukata robes and green tea are provided. Guests sleep in Japanese futon bedding on the tatami (woven mat) floor.View on Booking.com -
MizuhasouLocated right in front of Miyajima Aquarium and a 5-minute walk from Itsukushima Shrine's exit, Mizuhasou offers accommodations in a modern yet traditional d?cor. Free Wi-Fi is available at the entire building. Miyajima Ferry Terminal is a 15-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a fridge. Rooms include a private toilet but bathrooms are shared. Japanese Yukata robes and room wear are provided for all guests, and you can choose to stay in either Japanese or Western-style rooms. Mizuhasou Inn is a 10-minute walk from Momijidani Park and a 15-minute walk from Momijidani Ropeway Station. Traditional multi-course meals are served for dinner and a Japanese set menu for breakfast. Japanese-style hotel Mizuhasou specialises in fresh seafood and exquisitely prepared local seasonal dishes. Meals are served at the dining room.View on Booking.com -
Miyajima Seaside HotelOnly a 5-minute drive from Miyajima Ferry Port with its free shuttle, beautiful ocean views can be enjoyed from Miyajima Seaside Hotel. The hotel features a public bath, a karaoke room and free WiFi at the lobby. Japanese-style rooms feature a tatami (woven mat) floor and shoji sliding paper screens. Some rooms offer tranquil views of the Seto Inland Sea. They are fitted with an LCD TV, a mini-fridge and traditional futon beds. An en suite bathroom and yukata robes are provided. Guests can savour Japanese dishes for breakfast and a traditional Japanese set menu for dinner. Miyajima Hotel houses a soothing hot public bath, a souvenir shop and free-use laundry facilities. Drinks vending machines are on-site, and free parking is available. Seaside Hotel Miyajima is a 5-minute drive from the Itsukushima Shinto Shrine, a Unesco World Heritage Site. It's a 5-minute drive from Senjokaku Hall, and an 8-minute drive from Daisho-in Temple. Miyajima Ropeway lift is a 5-minute shuttle and a 20-minute walk away.View on Booking.com
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Experiences around Miyajima
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Make an Authentic Calligraphy Brush with a Traditional CraftswomanMake a Kumano brush which is used as a high quality product around the world.View on Klook -
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Hiroshima Tomonoura 3-Hour Kayak TourExperience the historic port town of Tomonoura from the sea on a unique sea kayak tour.View on Klook -
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