3-Hour Sea Journey "Nanaura Meguri" around Miyajima with Bento Lunch (Departure from Miyahama Onsen)

【STORY】

Discover the Joys of Circling the World Heritage Island Miyajima
This plan takes you on a sea journey around Miyajima aboard a ferry. Departing from Miyahama Onsen, located on the opposite shore of Miyajima, you will circle the island, visiting Itsukushima-jinja Shrine and seven other shrines from the sea.

■ Explore the Mystical "Island of Gods": Unveil the Secrets of Miyajima!
Famous as a World Heritage site, Miyajima has long been called the "Island of Gods." It is said that the island's shape inspired a sense of divine presence, leading people to worship it. As you sail from Itsukushima-jinja Shrine, you will see the peaks of Miyajima, which resemble the reclining figure of Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy. What kind of Kannon do you see?

■ Begin the Historic Nanaura Pilgrimage: A 1,500-Year Journey, Followed by Oda Nobunaga
Miyajima, with a circumference of about 30 km, ranks among the top 10 largest islands in the Seto Inland Sea, which contains around 700 islands. While Itsukushima-jinja Shrine is the most famous, the coastline is dotted with many other shrines (collectively known as the Nanaura Shrines). Visiting the seven shrines located in various inlets around the island is known as the "Nanaura Pilgrimage" or in Japanese "Nanaura Meguri."

This tradition originates from the legend that the deity of Itsukushima-jinja Shrine circled the island searching for a place to reside. Following this custom, visitors to Itsukushima-jinja Shrine would perform a ritual called “Nanaura Pilgrimage" to purify their minds and bodies. This sacred ritual, practiced for over 1,500 years, was even performed by Oda Nobunaga. Reflect on the historical figures who shaped Japan as you undertake this pilgrimage.

■The captain of this tour is Okushin-san, who owns Okushin-sanbashi(pier), the entrance to the sea, in Miyahama Onsen
The pier, located just across the road from Miyahama Onsen, has been operated as a shipyard for generations by Okushin-san, who also serves as the captain of this tour. In addition to the regular ferry service for anglers, he is well acquainted with the sea off Miyahama Onsen. It is said that customers come from the Kansai region to fish in these waters. You might also hear some interesting stories about this sea area, so please look forward to it!

■ Enjoy the Local Specialty, Anago Bento, on the Beach
Savor the famous anago (conger eel) bento from the long-standing popular store Anago Meshi Ueno at Miyajima-guchi. It is also the head office of “Japanese Garden Ryokan Sekitei,” an Inn at Miyahama Onsen that has gained popularity around the world. We provide this special bento for you to enjoy during a beachside lunch at the midpoint of the Nanaura Pilgrimage.

*Please note that 1% of the sales price of this plan will be allocated to cleaning activities for safe mountaineering and environmental conservation.

【HIGHLIGHTS】

• Ride a ferry and embark on an adventure to visit the gods of the World Heritage island, Miyajima.
• Experience the traditional "Nanaura Pilgrimage" by visiting seven shrines while circling the island of Miyajima.
• Access some of these seven shrines uniquely from the sea, offering a special opportunity to visit them.
• Enjoy cruising on a small boat, where you can have the stunning island-studded scenery of the Seto Inland Sea all to yourself.
• Conclude the cruise with a special visit to the beautiful red Itsukushima-jinja Shrine from the sea.
  

【PRICES】

*Japanese-speaking guide (per group)
・1-4 people　76,650 yen (tax included)
・5 people　93,150 yen (tax included)
・6 people　109,650 yen (tax included)
・7 people　126,150 yen (tax included)
・8 people　142,650 yen (tax included)

【SCHEDULE】

【THINGS TO NOTE】

• Duration：3 hours
• Minimum number of participants：1 person
• Meeting point：Okushin Pier [MAP]
  *Please search for "奥新一四造船所" (Okushin 14 Shipyard) in Japanese on Google Maps.
  1-3-3, Miyahama Onsen, Hatsukaichi-shi, Hiroshima 739-0454
  
• Access：
  By car： About 10 minutes along Route 2 from JR Onoura Station toward Iwakuni
  *There is no parking at the pier. Please use the parking lot of Miyahama Onsen Ground Golf Course. (5-minute walk)
  By Public transportation: Take the Ohno Heart Bus from the north exit of Onoura Station → Get off at Miyahama Onsen → 5 minutes walk
  By walk：A 25-minute walk from JR Onoura Station
  *We also recommend taking a taxi from JR Onoura Station (about 1,000 yen).    
  
• Tour conductor for 24 hours：No
• Language support：Japanese, English (option)
• Meals (included in a tour fee)：Yes（Breakfast：0, Lunch：1, Dinner：0）
• Included：
  ・Japanese-speaking guide
  ・Cruise fee
  ・Anago (conger eel) bento
  
• Excluded：
  ・English-speaking guide (option)
  
• Items to bring：Drinks, etc.,
• Clothes：Comfortable clothes easy to move in
  *In the summer, we recommend wearing long sleeves, a hat, and sunglasses for sun protection.
  *During the winter, we recommend dressing in outerwear, a knit hat, and a scarf for warmth and wind protection.
• Participation requirements：
  ・Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
  
• Free Wi-Fi：No
• Toilet：No
• Other things to note：
  ・In the event of a cancellation due to inclement weather, we will notify you by 3:00 PM the day before. (No cancellation fees will apply.)
  ・Please take personal measures for waterproofing your smartphone and injury prevention at the beach. (If you have concerns, we recommend obtaining leisure insurance.)
  ・Please be aware that on the day of the event, changes to the course may occur based on weather conditions, sea conditions, tides, and the participants' levels and health.
  ・As there are no restroom facilities along the way, please use the restroom before participating.
  ・In the case of a joint event with other participants, if delays occur due to customer circumstances, there is a possibility of departure without waiting for your arrival. In such cases, please be aware that a 100% cancellation fee will apply as a same-day cancellation. (If you anticipate being late, please contact us as soon as possible.)
  ・Please show consideration for the natural environment (avoid approaching marine animals indiscriminately, leave the area cleaner than when you arrived, etc.).
  

【TOUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS】

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Check [TOUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS]（Japanese）

【TOUR PLANNER AND CONDUCTOR】

Regional Branding Institute Co., Ltd.
Aqua Terrace UⅡ Bldg. 8F, 2-20-3 Kaminarimon, Taito-ku, Tokyo, 111-0034
Travel Agency registered with a Tokyo Governor 2-7547
A regular member of All Nippon Travel Agents Association

【CANCELLATION POLICY】

10 to 8 days before the departure date of the tour　20%
7 to 2 days before the departure date of the tour　30%
The day before the departure date of the tour　40%
On the day of the departure date of the tour　50%
After the tour departed, No show　100%