The ropeway station is a 10-minute walk from Itsukushima Shrine or 20 minutes from the Miyajima ferry pier. The ride up takes about 20 minutes with one transfer. From the upper station at Shishi-iwa Observatory, it's a 30-minute walk to the summit on a steep trail. The Misen Hondo and Reikado buildings are about five minutes before the top.
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Mount Misen
2 of 2 in attractions in Miyajima Island
Mount Misen (弥山), the highest peak on Miyajima at 500 meters, offers stunning views of the Seto Inland Sea and Hiroshima City. Known for its spiritual significance, the mountain is linked to Kobo Daishi, founder of the Shingon sect, who introduced Buddhism here. Near the summit, the Misen Hondo (Main Hall) and Reikado (Hall of the Spiritual Flame) stand as sacred sites. The Reikado houses a flame said to have burned since Kobo Daishi's time, which also ignited the Flame of Peace in Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park.
Reaching the summit takes 1.5 to 2 hours via three hiking trails: the steep but short Momijidani Course, the scenic Daisho-in Course, and the forested Omoto Course. For an easier ascent, a ropeway from town leads near the summit, though some walking is still required. Wildlife, including deer and, more rarely, wild monkeys, can sometimes be spotted along the trails, adding to Mount Misen's natural charm.
Hours and Fees
Miyajima Ropeway
- Opening hours
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9:00 to 16:00
- Closed
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No closing days
- Entrance fee
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1100 yen (one way)
2000 yen (round trip)
Getting there
Resources
English
Miyajima Ropeway
Official website
Japanese
Miyajima Ropeway
Official website
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