Hi there.
I'm Hisa Backpackers Miyajima Hostel GM.
There is a big festival in Miyajima.
I introduce it to you taday.
It calls "Hinameguri", and detail is below.
Take the opportunity to visit this world-famous "Island of Gods" at the best time with its beautiful cherry blossoms. See private antique doll displays at over 30 locations including historical Japanese residences which are only open to the public during this festival.
English speaking volunteers will help you organize your visit at the Doll Festival Information Center in Omotesando Shopping Arcade (Info Omotesando).
Miyajima Hina Doll Tour in English
We welcome you to the international Hina Doll Festival in Miyajima.
Learn more about Japanese culture
Hina Doll Festival 2006
Discover the beautiful Hina doll heirlooms, and learn about the significance of the festival for Japanese girls.
Private antique dolls are on display at over 30 locations throughout Miyajima.
How to get there...
Get a free event map and directions from English speaking volunteers at Miyajima-guchi ferry terminal during the event. You will find them wearing "May I help?" armbands. You can orgnize your visit with their help at the Doll Festival Information Center in Omotesando Shopping Arcade.
A ticket is required for the four main exhibition sites. Get a passport ticket at the pier or at the four main sites.
| Ticket |
| Adult |
300yen |
| Age15-18 |
170yen |
| Age 6-14 |
150yen |
With this ticket you can see the dolls at the four main sites:
This museum is in a 170 year-old merchant house. It contains many interesting folkloric exhibits.
This is the oldest temple in Miyajima, with lots of attractive Buddhist pavillions and statues. The 14th Dalai Lama visited this temple to celebrate its 1200th year in 2006. Apart from the Hina doll exhibit, the Japanese culture workshop / International Cafe and the spring tea ceremony are also located here.
Yamanaka House
This historical residence is open to the public for the first time this year during Hina Doll Festival.
Konishi House
The Konishi family once brewed sacred sake (rice wine), dedicated to the gods of Itsukushima Shrine.
Spring Tea Ceremony

Experience an exclusive tea ceremony in the atmospheric Japanese tea room in Daishoin Temple. The room is decorated especially for the Hina Doll Festival, and has a lovely Japanese garden outside. Enjoy green tea and spring sweets served according to age-old ritual, with English explanation.
March 27 (Fri), 29 (Sat) and 30 (Sun)
11:00-16:00
Participation Fee: 500 yen
To make a reservation, send an e-mail to tea@miyajimanetwork.com,
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