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The halls and roofed corridors stand on piles over the tidal flat, so the same floor is over water at high tide and over sand at low tide. The great torii in front is about 16.8 m high, the ninth gate on the site, erected in 1875, and it stands on the seabed by its own weight.
Three things the plaques won't tell you
- Check the tide for your call in the complete guide before you choose the hour.
- The corridor floorboards have gaps: the shrine asks visitors to wear comfortable shoes, not high heels.
- Keep paper maps and tickets in a closed bag: the deer eat paper.
The great torii in front is about 16.8 m high, the ninth gate on the site, erected in 1875, and it stands on the seabed by its own weight.
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Questions people ask here
How far is Itsukushima Shrine from the tender landing?
The landing pier is not published. From the island's ferry terminal the shrine entrance is 831 m, about 10 minutes on foot along the shore by our estimate. Ponant gives a 20-minute walk from its tender landing to the gate.
When can I walk out to the torii?
When the tide is below 100 cm, by the Miyajima Tourist Association's rule. The complete guide gives the Japan Meteorological Agency's prediction for each 2027 call.