Cherished for another 1000 years. Miyajima

What we want to cherish together with visitors to Miyajima

Since ancient times, Miyajima has been revered as "the sacred island of the gods." People saw the divine in the island.
As a place to revere the divine, the shrine was constructed out over the water so as not to harm this embodiment of the gods.
In order to convey the nature of Miyajima, its culture and history, and the wishes and daily life of people here, which we have protected thus far, to the next generation, we ask for your cooperation in obeying these three important rules.

Cherish Miyajima's nature

Diverse flora and fauna have formed a harmonious ecosystem in Miyajima's nature.
We have protected this nature and lived by cultivating the wisdom needed to coexist with wildlife.

Cherish Miyajima's nature

Cherish Miyajima's culture and history

Even as time goes by, the original scenery on Miyajima remains unchanged.
With a deep appreciation for the depth and beauty of that history, we have passed on our traditions with a mission to keep them going.

Cherish Miyajima's culture and history

Cherish the wishes and daily life of the island's custodians

On Miyajima, deeply-held beliefs exist within daily life.
We have lived with pride in our sacred island.

Cherish the wishes and daily life of the island's custodians