Miyajima Rickshaw Ride

Overview

This tour puts a rider in a traditional rickshaw on Miyajima Island, pulled along the flagstone paths past the townhouses. The ride takes in the big red floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine, the Momiji Valley, the Sori Bridge, and the shrine itself. Depending on the option chosen, the experience runs from 30 minutes to 2 hours, and the puller, a Japanese-speaking guide, shares historical facts along the way before finishing at a convenient drop-off location.

The route also passes impressive temples, with the Daishoin and Senjokaku temples named in the listing as two of the most famous temples in Hiroshima. The experience is suited to travellers who want to see the island's sights from a rickshaw rather than on foot.

The meeting point is outside the ferry terminal on Miyajima Island, at Ebisumachi Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0505. The listed inclusions are a Japanese-speaking guide and a 30-minute rickshaw ride, with tips, gratuities, and other personal expenses listed as not included. Travellers meet their guide at the agreed time, which is confirmed after booking.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Meet outside ferry terminalTravellers gather outside the ferry terminal on Miyajima Island at Ebisumachi Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0505. The exact time is confirmed after booking.
2. Ride the flagstone pathsThe rickshaw tour passes by the townhouses along the traditional flagstone paths, with the guide sharing historical facts.
3. Otori floating gateThe ride views the big, red, floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine from the rickshaw.
4. Momiji Valley and Sori BridgeThe route continues through the Momiji Valley and across the Sori Bridge.
5. Itsukushima ShrineThe ride passes by Itsukushima Shrine, best known for its floating torii gate. The listing also names the Daishoin and Senjokaku temples as impressive temples on the island.
6. Convenient drop-offThe guide drops travellers off at a convenient location at the end of the ride.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points from the listing are worth knowing before booking this ride.

• Duration options. The listing gives a duration of 30 minutes to 2 hours, and the included line covers a 30-minute ride. Travellers wanting a longer circuit should check the booking page to see which option they are selecting.
• Guide language. The guide listed is Japanese-speaking. Travellers who need another language should confirm on the booking page what communication will look like.
• Timing confirmation. The listing states that the time is confirmed after the booking. Travellers should watch for that confirmation rather than assuming a fixed start time.
• Meeting point. The meeting point is outside the ferry terminal on Miyajima Island, at Ebisumachi Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0505. The listing does not state pickup, so anyone expecting transport to the island should check the booking page.
• Not included. Tips and gratuities are listed as not included, along with other personal expenses. Budget for those separately.
• Photos. The route passes the floating torii gate, the Sori Bridge, and Momiji Valley, all of which sit on the ride itself. A camera within easy reach makes the most of the passing views.

Common issues. Tips, gratuities, and other personal expenses are not included. The guide is listed as Japanese-speaking, and the exact time is only confirmed after booking.

Common Questions