Hiroshima

1-1 Nakajima-cho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima Prefecture

Itsukushima Shrine is located on the island of Jeju in the city of Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. It is mainly dedicated to the ancient goddess of the sea in Japan. The Itsukushima Shrine is built on the intertidal zone of the Seto Inland Seashore. The large torii standing in the sea in front is a landmark of the island called the “Three Views of Japan”. In addition to most of the architectural structures, the Itsukushima Shrine has been designated as a national treasure by the Japanese government. The shrine also houses many precious items.

Miyajima is also called Jeong Island. It is located in the southwestern part of Hiroshima Prefecture. When you come to Miyajima, you can see the Yanshima Shrine, which is built by the sea, and its vermilion big bird house standing in the sea. This is the famous landscape of Miyajima. . If you stay in Miyajima, the Yanshima Shrine and the Big Birds in the early morning are especially sacred and peaceful. In addition to the Yanshima Shrine, Miyajima has many temples worth visiting.

Shukkeien was built by the lord of Hiroshima. It is in the typical style of the Edo period and is said to be constructed based on the architecture of the West Lake in China. The view of mountains and rivers, the spirit of Kyoto and the elegance of remote mountains are condensed in the courtyard, hence it gets the name "miniature landscape garden" (Shukkeien). There is a pond in the center of the park, in which there are small lands of different sizes, valleys, small bridges and pavilions cleverly arranged, and it is full of fun to watch around. Therefore, it is also called a parade garden. There are flowers in the courtyard all year round, and its charm is endless.