The Ultimate SUP Awaits

Stand-up paddle for an up-close look at the most famous shrine gate in Japan

Hiroshima Prefecture in western Japan is where you’ll find one of Japan’s most beautiful locations, the Otorii gate of Itsukushima Shrine. It is 16 meters high and a designated UNESCO World Heritage site set amidst the natural and cultural beauty of Setonaikai National Park.
But now, instead of just snapping a picture like most other visitors, experience the magic of a self-powered stand-up paddle (SUP) tour that will bring you up close and personal with the famous vermilion gateway.

Magic Island SUP tours are reasonably priced, fit into half a day, and have certified staff on hand to ensure even beginners can enjoy a memorable and magical experience.

The experience is exciting, exhilarating, and can be captured for posterity with your own commemorative photo. Tap into the energy of this 1,400-year old venue; there’s even a special two-kilometer course available for advanced participants.

Access: From Shin-Osaka Station, take the Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen to Hiroshima Station (about one hour 30 minutes), then transfer to the Sanyo local line to Miyajimaguchi Station (about 30 minutes) and walk two minutes to the Miyajima Ferry Terminal.

SUP Tour of the Great Shrine Gate of Itsukushima Shrine (Magic Island)