Momijidani Park
紅葉谷公園
A park in a valley at the foot of Mount Misen, with about 700 maple trees that turn red in autumn. It is a famous maple spot and the route to the Misen Ropeway.
Momijidani Park lies in the valley of the Momijidani River behind Itsukushima Shrine. Maple trees were first planted here in the Edo period, and about 700 remain today. Autumn color peaks in mid to late November, when vermilion bridges, stone lanterns and the stream come together in a striking scene. The name of Miyajima's famous 'momiji manju' maple-leaf cakes comes from this place. The park is free to enter, and you can walk through it to the Momijidani Station of the Miyajima Ropeway to ride up Mount Misen. On weekends during the autumn color season, the ropeway lines are long, so arrive before 9 a.m. In summer, the streamside is cool and pleasant for a stroll.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Machiya-dori Street
- Itsukushima Shrine
- Senjokaku & Five-storied Pagoda
- Itsukushima Shrine Treasure Hall
- Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street
- Daisho-in Temple
- Tahoto Pagoda
- Daigan-ji Temple