[Miyajima] 7 recommended ryokan for girls' trips. Refresh yourself with an extraordinary trip that immerses you in history / Hiroshima

Going back and forth between work and home, and working remotely at home, can make it hard to truly rest... At times like these, you want to get away from your daily routine and refresh yourself with your close friends. You want to spend some quality time looking at beautiful scenery and eating delicious food. If that sounds like you, we recommend Miyajima in Hiroshima one of the Three Most Scenic Spots of Japan.

Miyajima, which can be accessed by ferry in about 10 minutes from Miyajimaguchi Station and by train and ferry in about an hour from Hiroshima Station, has many attractions, including Itsukushima Shrine, which is registered as a World Heritage Site, Mt. Misen, where you can see the Seto Inland Sea from the summit, and Momijidani Park, where you can enjoy the colors of the trees throughout the seasons. Many of the tourist spots can be reached on foot, so you can take a stroll and feel the history and nature while chatting with friends.

Speaking of Miyajima cuisine, the plump oysters that Hiroshima Bay is famous for, "Anagomeshi" (conger eel rice) made of rice stuffed with grilled conger eel in a sweet and spicy sauce, and "Momijimanju" (momiji manju), a local sweet in the shape of an autumn leaf, are also popular. From here, we will introduce recommended ryokan where you can enjoy Miyajima cuisine, relax in onsen, and enjoy the view, making it a great way to enjoy a girls' trip to Miyajima.

Kinsuikan, located about a 5-minute walk from Miyajima Pier, is a stylish ryokan that offers natural onsen and great food. On the rooftop is Miyajima Terrace, the only rooftop lounge on Miyajima, which offers a great view of the Seto Inland Sea, historical buildings such as the great torii gate, Senjokaku, and five-story pagoda of Itsukushima Shrine, and the atmospheric townscape of Miyajima.

The recommended room for girls' trips is the special room with a semi-open-air bath. Enjoy onsen of Miyajima to your heart's content whenever you like in the hot springs attached to your room. If you choose this room, dinner will be in-room dining, so you can have plenty of girl talk without worrying about time or being seen by others.

Dinner is a banquet course meal made with an abundance of local seafood and ingredients from the Seto Inland Sea. Our head chef, who is an expert on the delicious seasonal foods, will serve you Japanese cuisine packed with the charms of Miyajima. The beautiful presentation of the dishes expresses the changing of the seasons. You can thoroughly enjoy a variety of delicacies that will delight all five senses.

The inn's Miyajima Shioyu onsen is a chloride spring containing seawater that wells up from deep underground. It is said to warm the body well, improve blood circulation, and relax muscles, making it the perfect way to soothe the fatigue of a long journey. In addition to onsen attached to the rooms, there are also large public baths for men and women, so if you want to enjoy a larger bath, be sure to visit.

Miyajima no Yado Iwaso is about 5 minutes away from Miyajima Pier by free shuttle service (reservation required) or 15 minutes on foot.
" was founded in 1854 and has a history of over 160 years, and is a venerable ryokan that has hosted members of the imperial family and important people from various countries. In addition to the main building and new building, there is a single-story annex with one room each that was built from the Taisho to Showa eras, and from every room you can feel the nature of Miyajima in all four seasons up close.

This is a room in the one-story detached building "Shukintei." Built in 1928, this wooden one-story building has two Japanese-style rooms and an indoor bath. You can enjoy the four seasons of Miyajima to your heart's content while looking out the window at the view of Momiji Valley. The intricate construction of the guest rooms, such as the fire-attached windows, balustrades, lattices, and alcove pillars, gives a sense of traditional Japanese aesthetics.

Dinner is a multi-course meal using seasonal seafood from the sea. Using ingredients unique to Hiroshima, such as oysters and conger eel, the chef who has honed his skills in Kyoto Kaiseki has carefully prepared the elegant taste of the dishes with both your eyes and tongue. Breakfast is a breakfast of healthy ingredients lined up in a small bowl to charge your energy. Hiroshima The "Koshihikari" produced and the large "soup roll egg" are popular.

The inn's onsen, "Wakamiya onsen," is a simple, weakly radioactive cold mineral spring that contains radon. It was originally used as well water, but the female owner two generations ago noticed that the water made her skin glow, and after doing some research, she discovered onsen. This water is said to be effective against chronic dermatitis, muscle pain, and poor circulation. It will gently soothe the bodies of working women who are exposed to the air conditioning in the office every day.

Located about a 5-minute walk from Miyajima Pier, "Itsukushima Iroha" is a modern Japanese-Western style ryokan that combines Japanese architecture with Scandinavian design furniture. There is a shopping street nearby where you can buy souvenirs, and Itsukushima Shrine is about a 7-minute walk away, making it the perfect place for a group of girls who want to enjoy sightseeing in Miyajima.

The guest rooms are either Japanese-Western style or Japanese-style. The rooms combine natural materials and traditional Japanese techniques such as plaster lacquering and urushiwashi paper with furniture imported from Scandinavia to create a modern atmosphere for adults. There are also rooms for a high-class girls' trip, such as suites with panoramic views and Japanese premium rooms that are a modern take on the sukiya style.

Dinner is a creative Japanese-Western fusion cuisine using seasonal vegetables from the Chugoku Mountains and fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea. There is also a wide selection of fine sake that goes well with the food, which is a great point for those who like alcohol. Because it is a girls' trip with close friends, meal and alcohol will taste even more delicious. You will be satisfied in both body and mind.

The large public bath on the 5th floor has an open-air bath with a view of the sea, from which you can enjoy the contrast between the Seto Inland Sea and the vast sky, and at dusk, the large torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine dyed in the twilight. Bath time while enjoying a different view from usual will leave you feeling refreshed♪

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About a 3-minute walk from Miyajima Pier, "Kikugawa" is ryokan located near the entrance to the Itsukushima temple town known as "Miyasengen," which has continued since the Middle Ages to the present day. The white walls and lattice doors of the building, typical of a traditional Japanese townhouse, and the interior sprinkled with sukiya-style designs, are perfect for grown-up women who are skilled at sneaking in casual chic into simplicity.

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The guest rooms have a sophisticated atmosphere where Japanese and Western styles are exquisitely mixed. Designed in the sukiya and machiya styles, there are rooms with different tastes, such as special rooms with cypress bathtubs, Japanese modern twin rooms overlooking the temple, and Japanese-style lofts with open ceilings. The warmth of the wood and the ability to relax in a futon are also a major attraction. As you lie down and reminisce about your travel memories, you'll likely never run out of things to talk about.

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Dinner is a multi-course meal prepared by the owner himself. Oysters, which are ripe for eating from late autumn to early spring, are simmered in soy sauce or steamed in seaweed. Other nutritious seasonal ingredients unique to the Setouchi region, such as Hiroshima beef, conger eel, red sea bream, and conger eel, are also available to enjoy prepared in special ways. Attractive tableware, including Miyajima ware, adds color to the dining table. You'll want to take lots of photos and have fun.

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At the back of the first floor, there is a salon space overlooking the greenery of the small garden. On a nice day, why not come here with friends and enjoy a cup of tea and sunbathing? It'll be a great time to chat for the first time in a while. I'm sure the conversation will be lively.

Yamaichi Bekkan is a traditional Japanese ryokan located about a one-minute walk from Miyajima Pier, right in front of the ferry terminal. Originally started as a restaurant, this inn is recommended for food-conscious girls who want to enjoy Miyajima's specialties, such as conger eel and oysters, with friends. There is a shop on the first floor, so you can have lunch there too.

There are four guest rooms in total. There are Western-style twin rooms and Japanese-style rooms for two, so it's perfect for a trip with your best friend. This is a Japanese-style room for two. The warm atmosphere will make you feel nostalgic and will help you relax after your trip. If you lie down together on the futons next to each other, you can have some girl talk before going to sleep.

For dinner, they offer a variety of dishes befitting a traditional Japanese ryokan, such as a kaiseki dinner where you can enjoy seafood from the Seto Inland Sea, and vegan dishes that focus on locally produced ingredients. You can also order conger eel sushi, conger eel rice bowls, tempura platters, and sashimi a la carte. They can also accommodate specific requests, so be sure to ask when making your reservation.

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Additionally, oysters, a local specialty, are in season between November and March. There are a variety of irresistible menus for oyster lovers, including a bespoke full course meal, fried oysters, grilled oysters, and vinegared oysters. You can eat fresh oysters that were caught that day, so it's recommended to stay overnight just for this. If you're visiting in the winter, be sure to make a reservation!

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Ryoso Kawaguchi is located about 4 minutes by free shuttle (reservation required) or 12 minutes on foot from Miyajima Pier. The inn originated as an inn in the Edo period, and was renovated about 20 years ago using the techniques of the carpenters of that time. The attention to detail of the craftsmen of the past can be seen everywhere in the building, which exudes a sense of history.

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All rooms are Japanese-style. They vary slightly in size and views, with some rooms with lofts overlooking the five-story pagoda, others overlooking the courtyard, and others overlooking the streetscape of the alleyways. To protect your privacy, futons are laid out at check-in. The baths are private and can be used every 50 minutes. The rooms also come with refrigerators where you can store whatever you buy, so you can enjoy an after-party after the bath.

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Dinner is a creative Japanese course meal. The menu includes dishes such as "Hiroshima beef steak" and "Japanese Spanish mackerel grilled in foil with homemade red miso," which use plenty of local ingredients unique to Hiroshima and fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea. In addition, from early November to the end of March, a full course of oysters will also be available. Enjoy the flavors of Miyajima to your heart's content.

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From the terrace "Watchtower" on the third floor, you can see a panoramic view of the five-story pagoda of Itsukushima Shrine, Senjokaku, and the Seto Inland Sea. When you sit with your close friends and enjoy the beautiful scenery, you can't help but cheer. Enjoy endless conversation while watching the scenery change with the time of day.

Located on the opposite shore of Miyajima, onsen 's Miyajima Hanare-no-Yado IBUKU Bettei is an inn with hot onsen in all rooms. The nearest station is Onoura Station, which is about a 5-minute walk away with a free shuttle (reservations required). To get to Miyajima, you first need to take a 10-minute taxi ride to Miyajimaguchi Ferry Pier, then a 10-minute ferry ride. This is recommended for groups of girls who want to relax and chat while enjoying onsen a little away from the hustle and bustle of Miyajima.

All 10 guest rooms at the "Bettei" are rented as a whole building. You can choose between a Japanese-style room or a Japanese-Western style room. The Japanese-Western style rooms have sofas and tatami spaces, so you can relax in the style you like. The open-air baths in the rooms are jet baths that have a massaging effect, so you can enjoy every pampering.

Breakfast and meal are served in a semi-private meal on the first floor of the main building. Based on the theme of "beauty from the inside out," the restaurant serves creative kaiseki meals that can be enjoyed with all five senses, using carefully selected ingredients such as fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea and seasonal vegetables from the surrounding area.

In the main building, where you check in and out, there is a lobby where you can relax on the sofas while looking out at the garden, a lounge where you can make your own coffee or tea, and a souvenir shop where you can buy souvenirs from Hiroshima. You can also buy alcoholic beverages and snacks to enjoy in your room during late-night girl talk here.

Did you enjoy our special feature on recommended ryokan in Miyajima? You can experience the nature, culture, and history of Miyajima, eat delicious food made with ingredients from the Seto Inland Sea and Hiroshima, and enjoy a great time with your favorite friends, which will refresh your mind and body. So, on your next day off, why not take a little trip out and plan a trip to Miyajima?