i Miyajima
Hatsukaichi-shi · Japan
Miyajima was a town located on the island of Itsukushima in Saeki District, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan.
Read moreThe best months to visit are May and August–October.
The sea is warmest in August, at about 26°C (79°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): July–October.
August is the hottest month, with highs around 30°C (86°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around 1°C (34°F).
The wettest month is February, with rain on about 18 days.
August is the sunniest month, with about 6.6 hours of sunshine a day.
in October, it is warmer than 60% of places in Japan.
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Best time to visit Miyajima
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 8° | 9° | 12° | 17° | 22° | 25° | 29° | 30° | 26° | 21° | 16° | 11° |
| Average low | 1° | 1° | 4° | 9° | 13° | 18° | 22° | 23° | 19° | 13° | 8° | 3° |
| Sea temperature | 15° | 13° | 13° | 15° | 17° | 20° | 24° | 26° | 25° | 23° | 20° | 17° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 62 | 80 | 131 | 180 | 186 | 298 | 255 | 168 | 217 | 123 | 86 | 49 |
| Rain days | 16 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 14 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 16 | 13 | 13 | 12 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 3.7 | 4.2 | 5.3 | 5.9 | 6.4 | 5.1 | 5.8 | 6.6 | 5.1 | 5.4 | 4.6 | 3.9 |
| Daylight (h) | 10.1 | 10.9 | 11.9 | 13 | 13.9 | 14.4 | 14.2 | 13.4 | 12.3 | 11.3 | 10.3 | 9.9 |
| Humidity (%) | 69 | 69 | 68 | 70 | 72 | 78 | 80 | 77 | 77 | 73 | 72 | 70 |
| Wind (km/h) | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
| Go score | 11 | 13 | 27 | 53 | 71 | 65 | 66 | 73 | 68 | 73 | 51 | 25 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
Miyajima: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Miyajima: sea water temperature
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Swimming seasonJuly–October
Average sea temperature by month
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Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
i Hiroshima Peace Memorial
architectural structure
i Itsukushima Shrine
Shinto shrine in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
i Hiroshima Castle
castle
Children's Peace Monument
monument
i Mount Misen
mountain in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
i Yamato Museum
maritime museum
i JMSDF Kure Museum
Japanese military museum located in Kure, Hiroshima
Mount Amida
mountain in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
Mt. Gokurakuji
mount in Japan
i Mount Hiji
mountain in Japan
Mount Yasumi
mountain in Japan
i Mount Sōko
mountain in Asaminami-ku and Nishi-ku, Hiroshima, Japan
Miyajima: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 100 V · 50/60 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the left
Japanese Yen
JPY · ¥
1 USD ≈ 158 JPY
- Languages
- Japanese
- Calling code
- +81
- Meal, casual restaurant¥2,500≈ $16.00
- Cappuccino¥600≈ $3.80
- Beer (0.5 l)¥880≈ $5.60
- Bottled water (1.5 l)¥270≈ $1.70
- Taxi, 5 km¥1,800≈ $11.00
- Public transport ticket¥330≈ $2.10
- Mid-range hotel, per night¥20,100≈ $125
Estimated from Japan’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 69% of US levels.
- Nov 3Culture Day
- Nov 23Labour Thanksgiving Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
- Jan 11Coming of Age Day
- Feb 11Foundation Day
12 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.8 (2001).
How to get to Miyajima
Nearest airports
- IWKIwakuni Kintaikyo AirportIwakuni18 km
- HIJHiroshima AirportHiroshima57 km
- MYJMatsuyama AirportMatsuyama63 km
- IWJIwami AirportMasuda64 km
- KKJKitakyushu AirportKitakyushu129 km
- OKJOkayama Momotaro AirportOkayama149 km
Distances
- Tokyo689 km 11 h 56 · 1 h 32
- Yokohama680 km 11 h 47 · 1 h 31
- Osaka295 km 5 h 06
- Nagoya430 km 7 h 27 · 1 h 12
- Sapporo1,249 km 21 h 39 · 2 h 15
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Hotels in Miyajima
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Miyajima?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Miyajima is May and August–October.
What is the weather like in Miyajima in October?
In October, Miyajima averages a high of 21°C (70°F) and a low of 13°C (56°F), with 123 mm of rain on about 13 days.
How warm is the sea in Miyajima?
The sea is warmest in August (about 26°C (79°F)). Swimming season: July–October.
What is the rainiest month in Miyajima?
February, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Miyajima?
Hiroshima Airport (HIJ), about 57 km away.
What power plugs are used in Japan?
Plug types A, B, 100 V.
What currency is used in Japan?
Japanese Yen (JPY).
What is the emergency number in Japan?
110.
Is Japan safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Miyajima most crowded?
The busiest months are May–October.
When is Miyajima least crowded?
The quietest months are January–February.
What time zone is Miyajima in?
Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9).
What is the population of Miyajima?
About 2,018.