A perfect excursion from Hiroshima is a visit to Itsukushima. More commonly called Miyajima, the island hosts several historic temples and shrines plus one of Japan’s most iconic sites, the Great Torii of Itsukushima. You have three choices to make the trip across Hiroshima Bay. Most people take a train or tram from the JR Hiroshima station to the Miyajimaguchi Ferry Terminal. Ferries depart every 15 minutes for the short ride. Another ferry service originates at the Prince Hotel for a 30 minute journey. Finally, a scenic option is the 45 minute cruise on the Honkawa or Motoyasu River. This sightseeing boat departs from the Motoyasubashi Pier near the A-bomb Dome within Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park.