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Learn about the history, architecture and significance of Itsukushima Shinto Shrine, a holy place of Shintoism on the island of Itsukushima in the Seto inland sea. The shrine buildings, dating from the 12th century, are harmoniously arranged on the sea and the mountains, and reflect the Japanese concept of scenic beauty.
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Itsukushima Shrine (厳島神社 (嚴島神社), Itsukushima-jinja) is a Shinto shrine on the island of Itsukushima (popularly known as Miyajima), best known for its "floating" torii. It is in the city of Hatsukaichi, in Hiroshima Prefecture in Japan, accessible from the mainland by ferry at Miyajimaguchi Station.
Itsukushima Shinto Shrine is a red shrine on a scenic island in the Seto Inland Sea, dedicated to the deity who protects from maritime disaster and war. The shrine features a floating Otorii gate, a high stage for gagaku performances, and a vermilion-lacquered pavilion.
Itsukushima Shrine, a national treasure, was registered as a World Heritage site in 1996. The three deities of Itsukushima Shrine were born when Amaterasu Ōmikami (goddess of the sun) and her brother Susanoo-no-mikoto made a pledge on the Celestial Plain, using a jewel and a sword.
Jun 4, 2019 · With its iconic torii gate, buildings on stilts standing over the sea, and soaring five-story pagoda, the shrine is one of the most easily recognisable of Japan's many ancient shrines. Itsukushima Shrine is an official National Treasure of Japan and has been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 1996 CE.
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Learn about the history and features of Itsukushima Shrine, the iconic shrine with a floating torii gate on Miyajima Island. Find out how to get there, when to visit, and what to do around the shrine.
“Miyajima of Aki Province” became well known as one of the three most scenic places in Japan, along with Matsushima and Amanohashidate. In 1996, Itsukushima Shrine was registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site.
