Miyajima Ropeway

宮島ロープウエー

The Miyajima Ropeway carries visitors up Mt. Misen on Miyajima Island, starting from Momijidani Station near Momijidani Park. You change cabins once at Kayatani Station before reaching Shishiiwa Station. Just a minute's walk from Shishiiwa Station is the Shishiiwa Observatory, about 433 m high, with wide views of the sea and islands. From there, a mountain path leads on to the summit of Mt. Misen, where the Mt. Misen Observatory stands.

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Visitor information

Opening hours: Operates 9:00–16:00; the last car down is at 16:30.
Admission: Adults (junior high and older) 2,000 yen round trip, 1,100 yen one way; children 1,000 yen round trip, 550 yen one way. One preschool child per adult rides free.
Getting there: From Miyajima pier it is 20–30 minutes to the ropeway; a free bus runs to near the boarding area.
Time needed: Round trip including sightseeing takes about 1 hour. Walking on to the Mt. Misen summit and back takes about another hour.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

The Mt. Misen Observatory is at the summit, beyond the Shishiiwa Observatory.
Paths near the summit include steep slopes and stone steps.

Tips for Muslim visitors

On certain busy days, mainly in peak seasons, an advance reservation is required. Check the official site before you go.
Natural sites may have few facilities. Bring water, a travel prayer mat and a qibla app, and check the weather; mountains and lakes can be much colder than the city.
Restrooms for wudu can be far apart on trails. Many Muslim travellers carry a small water bottle for wudu.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Hiroshima and the verified places to pray nearby.
Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.