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Autumn Leaves · Chugoku & Shikoku

Momijidani Park (Miyajima)

Hiroshima & MiyajimaPark🍁 Typical peak: Mid Nov – Late Nov
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Overview

Overview

An autumn leaves spot along a mountain stream at the foot of Mt. Misen on Miyajima, home of the World Heritage Itsukushima Shrine. About 700 maples change color in autumn, and Momijidani Station, the boarding point for the Miyajima Ropeway, is at the back of the park.

Address
Momijidani Park, Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0522
Time needed
30 min–1 hour to walk around the park only; half a day with the ropeway
Official website
https://www.miyajima.or.jp/sightseeing/ss_momiji.html
Peak Time

When to See the Leaves

Typical peakUsually mid- to late November
September
October
November
December

Varies with each year’s temperatures. Check the official website or the tourism association’s autumn leaves updates for the latest colors

Peak times are typical guides. The timing shifts with each year’s temperatures.

Highlights

Highlights

About 560 Japanese maples, about 100 full moon maples and about 40 others such as striped maples and yama-momiji, for about 700 maples in all, color the banks of the stream. The Momijidani River Garden Sabo, an erosion control work built to blend with the natural landscape, is an Important Cultural Property and a highlight together with the autumn leaves.

📷 Best views
Momiji Bridge

A bridge over the stream in the park. View the maples around the bridge together with the flowing water

Momijidani River Garden Sabo

An erosion control work making use of natural rocks and stonework, and an Important Cultural Property. Forms one landscape with the autumn leaves along the stream

Miyajima Ropeway Momijidani Station

The boarding point at the back of the park. Combine your walk with the ropeway toward Mt. Misen

Hours

Opening hours

Miyajima Ropeway (November)Up 9:00–16:00, down 9:20–16:30

Advance boarding reservations are required on certain days, such as weekends and holidays in November

Hours can change by season and for events. Check the official website before you go.

Admission

Admission

Miyajima RopewayAdults round trip ¥2,000, one way ¥1,100; children round trip ¥1,000, one way ¥550

Discounts for visitors 65 and over, groups and others

Prices may change. Check the official website before you go.

Tips

Tips for travelers

  • ✓If you only visit Momijidani Park, you can walk from Miyajima Pier. If you plan to ride the ropeway, first check whether your day is a reservation-only day
  • ✓The island is not suited to sightseeing by car, so plan around public transportation and walking
Access

Getting there

Nearest station / bus stop
  • Miyajima Pier (ferry from Miyajimaguchi)Operated by JR Miyajima Ferry and Miyajima Matsudai Kisen, about 10 min
  • Momijidani Park entrance (free ropeway shuttle bus)Buses to Momijidani Station run roughly every 20–30 min from 9:00 to 17:00. No service at some times in the 12:00 hour
From major stations & airports
  • Miyajimaguchi: Ferry (JR Miyajima Ferry, Miyajima Matsudai Kisen) (About 10 min)
  • Hiroshima Port: Setonaikai SeaLine (high-speed boat) direct to Miyajima
By car & parking
Tourist facilities on Miyajima have no parking, so leave your car at Miyajimaguchi and take the ferry
Getting back
  • The free ropeway shuttle bus does not run at some times in the 12:00 hour, so watch the time on your way back
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Crowds

Crowds & best times

Busiest
On weekends at the peak, the ferries to Miyajima and the ropeway get crowded
Quieter times
Weekday mornings
Weather

Temperature & what to wear

Typical temperatures
November normals for Hiroshima: high 17.7°C, low 8.9°C (Japan Meteorological Agency)
What to wear & bring
Even if the daytime is pleasant, mornings, evenings and the ferry are cold, so bring a jacket to put on. Wear shoes suitable for paths along the stream
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Rules

Photography & visitor rules

  • !Advance ropeway boarding reservations are required on October 11 and November 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 23, 28 and 29, 2026 (bookable from 3 months ahead)
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Events

Events & festivals in Hiroshima & Miyajima

July–August

Kangensai Festival at Itsukushima Shrine

Chugoku & Shikoku ・ Hiroshima & Miyajima

Every year on the 17th day of the 6th lunar month (between July and early August on the modern calendar, depending on the year)

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Attractions

Attractions in Hiroshima & Miyajima

Aquarium

Miyajima Public Aquarium (Miyaji-Marine)

Chugoku & Shikoku ・ Hiroshima & Miyajima

An aquarium themed on the Seto Inland Sea, on Miyajima, home of the World Heritage-listed Itsukushima Shrine. It reopened after renovation in 2011 and displays more than 15,000 creatures of 380 species, centered on Seto Inland Sea life. It will be closed from December 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 for equipment upgrades and repair work, so visit by November 30.

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Peak periods, hours, prices and access are based on official sources such as the spot’s own website, local governments and tourism associations. Colors and event details can change, so check the official website before you go.

Last checked: 2026-10-05

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