3 Hour Nanaura Tour around Miyajima with Lunch Box

Discover the Joys of Circling the World Heritage Island Miyajima This plan takes you on a sea journey around Miyajima aboard a ferry. Departing from Miyahama Onsen, located on the opposite shore of Miyajima, you will circle the island, visiting Itsukushima-jinja Shrine and seven other shrines from the sea. Famous as a World Heritage site, Miyajima has long been called the "Island of Gods." It is said that the island's shape inspired a sense of divine presence, leading people to worship it. As you sail from Itsukushima-jinja Shrine, you will see the peaks of Miyajima, which resemble the reclining figure of Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy. What kind of Kannon do you see?

1. 1

   Stop 1

   10 min

   You can choose the start time for this plan. Please choose your preferred start time when you make your reservation. [00:00]　Gather at Okushin Pier, put on life jackets, board The pier, located just across the road from Miyahama Onsen, has been operated as a shipyard for generations by Okushin-san, who also serves as the captain of this tour. In addition to the regular ferry service for anglers, he is well acquainted with the sea off Miyahama Onsen. It is said that customers come from the Kansai region to fish in these waters. You might also hear some interesting stories about this sea area, so please look forward to it!

2. 2

   Itsukushima Shrine Torii

   1.3 hours

   [00:10]　Cruise Visit shrines along the coastline of Miyajima, including the famous Itsukushima-jinja Shrine, as you circle the island in a clockwise direction. Miyajima, with a circumference of about 30 km, ranks among the top 10 largest islands in the Seto Inland Sea, which contains around 700 islands. While Itsukushima-jinja Shrine is the most famous, the coastline is dotted with many other shrines (collectively known as the Nanaura Shrines). Visiting the seven shrines located in various inlets around the island is known as the "Nanaura Pilgrimage" or in Japanese "Nanaura Meguri."

3. 3

   Stop 3

   30 min

   [01:30]　Disembark at Aonoriura-jinja Shrine and enjoy a delicious anago (conger eel) bento lunch. (Alternative landing spots are available upon request.) Savor the famous anago (conger eel) bento from the long-standing popular store Anago Meshi Ueno at Miyajima-guchi. It is also the head office of “Japanese Garden Ryokan Sekitei,” an Inn at Miyahama Onsen that has gained popularity around the world. We provide this special bento for you to enjoy during a beachside lunch at the midpoint of the Nanaura Pilgrimage.

4. 4

   Itsukushima Shrine Torii

   55 min

   [02:00]　Continue cruising to Okushin Pier. This tradition originates from the legend that the deity of Itsukushima-jinja Shrine circled the island searching for a place to reside. Following this custom, visitors to Itsukushima-jinja Shrine would perform a ritual called “Nanaura Pilgrimage" to purify their minds and bodies. This sacred ritual, practiced for over 1,500 years, was even performed by Oda Nobunaga. Reflect on the historical figures who shaped Japan as you undertake this pilgrimage.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   5 min

   [03:00]　Disembark at Okushin Pier.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• As there are no restroom facilities along the way, please use the restroom before participating.

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