Private Cruise: Guided Sea Worship & Visit Two Seaside Shrines

Discover Miyajima’s sacred seascape on a private charter cruise from Miyahama Onsen. In a 1-hour one-way or 1h20 round-trip voyage, experience a maritime pilgrimage to Itsukushima Shrine, viewing its towering 16m torii from the water (tide permitting) and performing the traditional two bows, two claps, one bow. Cruise the Ōno Seto sea route to observe oyster rafts and learn about Hiroshima’s oyster cultivation, enjoy coastal scenery where traces of Yayoi-period dwellings remain, and admire Mt. Misen’s primeval forest and reclining Kannon silhouette. The tour also visits two of Miyajima’s “Seven Seaside Shrines” — Suyaura and Mitoko (the latter marking the deity’s temporary enshrinement; note its distinctive cracked-rock crest). Calm Seto Inland waters make for a peaceful, reflective sail. Please check tide schedules for best viewing; 1% of sales supports mountain safety and environmental conservation.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   15 min

   You can choose the start time for this plan. Please choose your preferred start time when you make your reservation. [00:00]　Meet at Okushin Pier, put on life jackets [00:05]　Departure – Cruise while observing oyster rafts

2. 2

   Stop 2

   25 min

   [00:15]　Land and worship at Suyaura Shrine

3. 3

   Stop 3

   15 min

   [00:40]　Worship at Mitoko Shrine from the sea

4. 4

   Itsukushima Shrine Torii

   5 min

   [00:55]　Worship at Itsukushima Shrine from the sea

5. 5

   Miyajima

   5 min

   [01:00]　Arrive at Miyajima and disband

6. 6

   Stop 6

   15 min

   [01:20]　or Return to Okushin Pier and disband

• 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.

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.