🏝️ Miyajima Rainy-Day Itinerary (3–6 Hours, Zero-Stress Guide)

TL;DR
🗺️ Quick Map
🚆 Access (Fast, Cheap, Simple)
⏰ 3-Hour Plan – “Hit the Essentials”
🌧️ 6-Hour Plan – “Add a Solid Indoor”
💰 Budget & Time Cheatsheet
⛩️ Queue-Avoid & Weather Hacks
🎒 What to Pack (Rain Edition)
💡 FAQ
🚶 Step-by-Step: Hiroshima Station → Shrine Gate (Low-Brainpower Mode)
🙏 Safety & Etiquette
🔗 Internal Links (to add once published)

TL;DR

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Best window: Morning for that “floating torii” glow; afternoon = fewer crowds.
Core route: Ferry → Shrine corridors → Omotesandō (covered alleys) → Oyster stop → Aquarium backup.
Bring: Small umbrella, IC card, coins, quick-dry jacket.

🗺️ Quick Map

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Pins: Must-see (roofed) / Food – Oysters / Backup – Aquarium or indoor spots.

🚆 Access (Fast, Cheap, Simple)

Hiroshima Station → Miyajimaguchi (JR Sanyō Line)

⏱️ 25–30 min, frequent daytime service
💡 Tip: JR Pass valid

Ferry (JR West or Matsudai)

⏱️ ~10 min 💴 ¥200 one-way
JR Pass works on JR West ferry
Blue-marked JR runs (≈ 09:10–16:10) pass close to the Great Torii — best for light-rain reflections.

⏰ 3-Hour Plan – “Hit the Essentials”

1️⃣ Itsukushima Shrine (45–60 min)
Cloistered wooden corridors keep you mostly dry. Watch for slick boards.
Hours vary by season → check official site on the day.

2️⃣ Omotesandō Arcade (45 min)
Souvenir & snack street under full cover — perfect in drizzle.

3️⃣ Oyster Stop (30–45 min)
Try in order: raw → grilled → fried. Start small and compare flavors.

🌧️ 6-Hour Plan – “Add a Solid Indoor”

Miyajima Public Aquarium (90–120 min)

⏰ 09:00–17:00 (last entry 16:00)
🐠 Family-friendly & excellent shelter
🎟️ ~¥1,420

Then grab a coffee & deer-watch under awnings (keep bags closed — they love paper tickets).

💰 Budget & Time Cheatsheet

Item	Time	Budget (¥)	Notes
JR Hiroshima → Miyajimaguchi	25–30 min	~	Frequent day service
Ferry (one-way)	10 min	200	JR Pass OK on JR ferry
Itsukushima Shrine	45–60 min	from 300	Seasonal hours
Oyster tasting set	30–45 min	800–1,500	Start small, compare
Aquarium	90–120 min	~1,420	Last entry 16:00

Sources: shrine / ferry / aquarium official sites + Japan Guide

⛩️ Queue-Avoid & Weather Hacks

Eat early, shop later. Food queues spike at lunch — reverse order in rain.
Use roofs smartly: Shrine → Omotesandō → Aquarium = your rain triangle.
Footwear matters: Wood & stone = slippery → grippy sneakers > leather.
Torii shots in rain: Low wind + puddles = 🔥 reflections. Shoot from under cover then dash out.

🎒 What to Pack (Rain Edition)

Foldable umbrella / quick-dry jacket
Coins for small stalls / phone rain cover / power bank

💡 FAQ

Q. Shrine hours differ online — why?
A. Seasonal changes (earlier close in winter). Check same-day official page.

Q. Is the aquarium open daily?
A. Yes, 09:00–17:00 (last entry 16:00). Maintenance closures posted ahead.

Q. JR Pass works for ferry?
A. ✅ On JR West ferry only (¥200 otherwise).

Q. Enjoy torii in heavy rain?
A. Low tide = walk closer; high tide = floating look. Check tide tables a day before.

🚶 Step-by-Step: Hiroshima Station → Shrine Gate (Low-Brainpower Mode)

1️⃣ JR Sanyō Line → Miyajimaguchi (≈ 25–30 min, English signs)
2️⃣ Exit → 5-min walk to ferry pier (IC tap ok / JR Pass valid)
3️⃣ Ferry 10 min → Miyajima Pier
4️⃣ Walk ≈ 15 min to Itsukushima Shrine via covered alleys (keep right to avoid tour groups)

🙏 Safety & Etiquette

Deer are cute but bold — don’t wave food or maps around.
Shake off umbrellas outside shops.
Cash helps at small stalls; ATMs near pier can queue in rain.

🔗 Internal Links (to add once published)

Hiroshima Oysters under ¥1,500（立ち食いリスト＋価格表）
Osaka → Miyajima Transport Guide（速い／安い／楽比較）
Osaka Rain Plan: Indoor within 30 min （雨テンプレ）