"Iwaso" inn constantly watching over Miyajima.

Iwakuniya Sobei, the founder of "Iwaso" Inn in Miyajima, observed the busy market for a month before and after Kangensai (the Orchestra Festival held on June 17) and requested permission to open up Momijidani (presently Momijidani Park) from the local magistrate's office.Permission was granted and he proceeded to build a bridge across the Momiji River and teahouses serving refreshments for visitors resting along the river.Thus Iwaso was founded.Iwaso is an abbreviation of Iwakuniya Sobei.After the foundation of the inn, it became popular with many visitors and it was rebuilt as a modern Japanese style hotel just after the Meiji era.
Since then, many visitors have come to love the relaxing atmosphere of Miyajima.
 
 
At Momijidani you can experience the feeling of becoming one with nature and enjoy seeing the
crimson maple leaves of fall, the cherry blossoms of spring, and the new green leaves of spring. These are the characteristics of the seasons in Japan.
The inn is located within walking distance of Itsukushima Shrine, a world heritage site. And it offers hot spring water from the Wakamiya Hot Spring, cuisine using Hiroshima's local ingredients and the beautiful scenery of Miyajima, considered to be one of the top three views in Japan.
Miyajima has a "World Cultural Heritage Site" and "One of Japan's Best Views"
Miyajima, considered to be one of Japan's best three views, was registered as a world cultural heritage site in December 1996.
Miyajima, located in the Seto Inland Sea, has been worshiped as a "divine island" since ancient times and is rich in history and romance.You will appreciate the harmony between the island's natural beauty and the architecture's man-made beauty.
Miyajima Inn's Address in Iwaso: Momijidani Miyajima Saeki Hiroshima 739-0500
TEL +81-829-44-2233 FAX +81-829-44-2230
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