Kikunoya Hotel - Hatsukaichi

3-star traditional ryokan near Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island

Amenities

Kikunoya Hotel provides a free shuttle service from the Miyajima Sanbashi Ferry stop and back, along with complimentary bike rentals for exploring the island. The property offers an outdoor foot bath and a cafe, plus vending machines for snacks and drinks. Guests also have access to a garden, luggage storage, and a designated smoking area.

Rooms

Guestrooms at Kikunoya Ryokan feature traditional Japanese tatami mat flooring and futon bedding, with some rooms offering sea views of the Itsukushima torii gate. Each room includes air conditioning, cable TV, and a DVD player, with toiletries and slippers provided for private and shared bathrooms. Yukatas are available for guest use, and certain rooms have an en suite bathroom.

Location

Located a 7-minute walk from Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kikunoya on Miyajima sits close to Momijidani Park and the ropeway to Mount Misen. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from the Miyajima Sanbashi Ferry stop, with the free shuttle available for guests. Nearby attractions also include the Museum of History and Folklore and Shiraito Falls.

Dining

Hotel Kikunoya operates an on-site restaurant serving traditional Japanese breakfast sets and dinner, both available for an extra fee. Dinner must be booked at least 3 days in advance and offers a multi-course kaiseki meal featuring local ingredients like oysters. The restaurant provides English explanations of how to eat each dish properly.

Wellness

Kikunoya Hatsukaichi offers on-site public baths, including an indoor bath and an open-air bath for guest relaxation. An outdoor foot bath is also available, which guests can use while enjoying the garden setting. The open-air bath provides a serene environment after a day of hiking on Mount Misen.

• Location: 7-minute walk from Itsukushima Shrine UNESCO site
• Rooms: Traditional tatami rooms with futon bedding and Yukata
• Dining: On-site Japanese breakfast and multi-course kaiseki dinner
• Wellness: Indoor and open-air public baths plus foot bath
• Free Services: Shuttle from ferry terminal and bike rentals
• Target Audience: Tourists visiting cultural landmarks, families and couples