What To Eat in MIYAJIMA, Hiroshima — According To a Local

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   Miyajima

   🚆 Day trip · Hatsukaichi

   The ferry from Miyajimaguchi takes about 5 minutes; the island's official name is Itsukushima.

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   Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street

   🛍️ Shopping · Miyajima

   Far less crowded on weekday mornings outside peak season; eating while walking is allowed as long as nothing is littered.

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   Yamadaya

   🍜 Street food · Miyajima

   The hands-on grilling experience yields fluffy, crisp-edged cakes; the chocolate version tastes like chocolate cake.

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   Five-Storied Pagoda (Gojunoto)

   ⛩️ Temple · Miyajima

   A lesser-known viewpoint of the pagoda is popular for wedding photos and postcards; cherry blossoms peak in April.

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   Itsukushima Shrine

   ⛩️ Temple · Miyajima