An iconic floating shrine, a stunning pagoda, free-roaming deer, gorgeous nature, and cozy traditional inns can all be found at this ethereal Japanese island.

Tokyo — The "shrine island" of Miyajima is one of Japan's most iconic destinations. A quick ferry ride from downtown Hiroshima, the postcard-perfect locale is much-loved for its giant "floating ...

Japan’s Miyajima island imposes ‘fair’ tourist tax after G7 leaders’ visit sparks ... European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and US President Joe Biden visit Miyajima in May.

Photos of a massive red shrine gate that appears to be floating in the sea is one of the most iconic images of Japan. The gate is the great torii of Itsukushima Shrine on the small island in the Seto ...

HATSUKAICHI, Hiroshima -- This western Japan city on Oct. 1 began collecting an entry tax of 100 yen (about 70 cents) per traveler to the island of Miyajima, the location of the popular ...

TOKYO -- A growing number of Japanese islands are introducing an "entrance tax" on visitors as they try to curb overcrowding. Starting in October, the Visitors to Itsukushima Shrine's Miyajima to ...

Miyajima Aquarium - $14; Itsukushima Shrine - $3; Loved by locals and visitors alike, Miyajima Island is the perfect day trip from Hiroshima, make sure you set off early to allow yourself plenty of ...

Hiroshima’s island of Miyajima is known for its autumn colors and momiji manjū (bean-jam buns shaped like maple leaves). The island’s hill Misen, whose base is home to a World Heritage site ...

Japan’s ambassador in Ankara said he encourages Japanese businesspeople to invest in Turkey. Speaking exclusively to Anadolu Agency, Akio Miyajima said one of the important issues between Turkey ...

Most visitors tend to stick to the lower levels near the sea, where the Goju-no-to Pagoda, or Five-Storied Pagoda, towers 27 metres over the main town. The pagoda was built in 1407 and is used to ...