Momote-sai
Miyajima Hatsukaichi-shi, Hiroshima-ken, JapanRitual firing of the first arrow at Omote Shrine on Miyajima is held on January 20 every year.
Ritual firing of the first arrow at Omote Shrine on Miyajima is held on January 20 every year.
This November, visitors to Miyajima have an excellent opportunity to experience Hiroshima’s living craft traditions firsthand.
Fireworks return to Miyajima, now in autumn rather than in the heat of summer.
Take part in Miyajima biggest festival, the Kangensai, by joining the welcoming of the festival boats back to the island and lantern parade.
The annual samurai parade through the streets of Miyajima and Itsukushima Shrine.
Fireworks displays to commemorate the completion of Miyajima's great shrine gate's major restoration on three evenings in January 2023.
Fireworks displays to commemorate the completion of Miyajima's great shrine gate's major restoration on three evenings in January 2023.
Fireworks displays to commemorate the completion of Miyajima's great shrine gate's major restoration on three evenings in January 2023.
Traditional Hina dolls on display around Miyajima.
Momijidani's 700 maple trees illuminated in all their autumn glory until November 23.