Mount Misen
Miyajima's highest peak, roughly 500 m tall, with panoramic views over the Seto Inland Sea. The hike to the summit takes about 90 minutes.
Mount Misen appears in 5 of the 17 Hiroshima vlogs we indexed, first in 2019, most recently in 2026.
5 moments in vlogs
Best one first. Tap a time to play it here.
- Lisa and Josh
3 Days in Hiroshima and Okayama on a Budget
Riding the ropeway up and hiking down works well, though the descent is long and hard on the knees.
- Abroad in Japan
What to do in Hiroshima & Miyajima | 6 Must Try Travel Ideas
Arrive on Miyajima around 2 pm, hike up and back down, and reach the shrine in time for sunset.
- Japan Guide
Top 5 Things to do in Hiroshima
The Daisho-in course is recommended for the most interesting scenery and gentler slope; the ropeway still involves considerable walking.
- Suitcase Monkey
What to do with 1 Day in HIROSHIMA & MIYAJIMA Japan
- World Wild Hearts
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN (2026) | The Best Things To Do In & Around Hiroshima
If the ropeway line is long, hiking up to the summit is the alternative.
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