basic information

Wild monkeys

View of the Seto Naikai

Misen is with 530 meters the highest peak on Miyajima. It can be climbed by ropeway or by foot and offers nice views of the wooded island and the Seto Naikai (Seto Inland Sea), the sea between Honshu and Shikoku which has been partially designated a national park.

Misen is home to wild deer and monkeys. Most monkeys gather around the upper ropeway station. It is a short 15 to 20 minute walk from the upper ropeway station to the actual summit, where a small restaurant can be found.

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how to get there

The ropeway station to Misen is located a 20 minute walk from the Miyajima ferry pier. Hiking trails commence at several points.

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hotels & ryokan

Benten no Yado Itsukushima Enjoy onsen baths and delicious seafood while staying in Miyajima Island. Offers the Torii gate views from some rooms.

tours and packages

Hiroshima and Miyajima Tours Various English tours of Hiroshima and Miyajima and surroundings.