Kikunoya

9.1

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.1/10, based on 2,109 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Oyado Tsukiusagi	9.8/10	210
🥈 2nd	Itsumoya	9.9/10	79
🥉 3rd	ITSUKUSHIMA IROHA	9.5/10	512
4th	Itsukushimahigashimonzen Kikugawa	9.4/10	899
5th	Bettei Fujiya	9.6/10	26
6th	Jukeiso	9.3/10	1,540
7th	Iwaso	9.3/10	1,298
8th	Kikunoya Current ryokan	9.1/10	2,109
9th	Kinsuikan	9.1/10	347
10th	宮島離れの宿 IBUKU -Miyajima Hanare no Yado IBUKU-	9.0/10	729
11th	Miyajima Seaside Hotel	9.0/10	686
12th	Yamaichi Bekkan	8.9/10	127
13th	Miyajima Hotel Makoto	8.8/10	385
14th	Mizuhasou	8.8/10	691
15th	Sakuraya	8.8/10	1,063
16th	Miyajima Morinoyado	8.6/10	52
17th	Ryokan with natural hot springs and okonomiyaki Miyajima-an Hiroshima	8.2/10	77
18th	Miyajima Shiro	7.7/10	113
19th	LiVEMAX RESORT Aki Miyajima	7.8/10	1,490

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Hot Spring Town Temple District Old Town Garden Setting Forest Surroundings National Park

Location

739-0523 Hiroshima, Miyajima, Hatsukaichi-shi Miyajima-cho 335, Japan

Staff 9,2/10

Facilities 8,8/10

Cleanliness 9,3/10

Comfort 9,0/10

Value for money 8,7/10

Location 9,4/10

Walkable shrine accessAbout five minutes on foot to Itsukushima Shrine and Momijidani Park.

Miyajima island settingStays directly on Miyajima, ideal for enjoying the island beyond daytime crowds.

Baths plus open-airLarge public bath and open-air bath offer a relaxing soak after sightseeing.

Seasonal local mealsKaiseki dinners highlight Seto Inland Sea seafood and other seasonal local ingredients.

Pier shuttle supportFree reserved pickup from Miyajima Pier helps with arrival and luggage handling.

Foot bath cafeA free foot bath café by the entrance adds a distinctive, easygoing touch.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsIts strongest stay driver is Miyajima itself: check in after ferry arrival, use the shuttle or walk via Omotesando and Itsukushima Shrine, enjoy dinner and baths, then see the shrine area at quieter evening and early-morning hours. Add a second night only if you want Mount Misen, Daisho-in, the aquarium, and slow island walks without rushing onward travel.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night Miyajima stay, or 2 nights if you want an unrushed shrine-and-Misen schedule with island evenings after day-trippers leave.

Know before booking

Not a long baseMiyajima is scenic but compact; most travelers risk running out of major sights after 2 nights.

Pier logisticsYou still need ferry transfers, and the hotel sits uphill from the pier, so luggage planning matters.

Bath expectationsIt has a large bath, open-air bath, and foot bath, but this is not a full hot-spring resort with many wellness facilities.

Restaurant (on-site)

on-site

Main dining room for seasonal kaiseki dinner and breakfast.

Kiku café (on-site)

on-site

Foot bath cafe for light drinks and sweets.

Yakigaki no Hayashi (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Popular Miyajima spot for oysters and anago.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, go by JR or Hiroden to Miyajimaguchi, take the ferry to Miyajima Pier, then use the ryokan shuttle if available or a short taxi ride with luggage. Hiroshima Airport is useful if you want a direct airport bus toward Miyajimaguchi, while Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport can also work well from the west or from Tokyo flights.

Miyajimaguchi Stationstation
2.6 kmMiyajimaguchi, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japanabout 35 min walkabout 6–11 min by taxiabout 10 min by ferry after transfer to the pier, plus onward island transfer
Best main rail gateway for most visitors arriving by JR from Hiroshima, Iwakuni, or the wider Sanyo corridor; transfer to the nearby ferry terminal.
Hiroshima Stationstation
18 kmMatsubaracho, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Japanabout 31–46 min by carabout 45–70 min to Miyajimaguchi by JR or tram/train combination, then ferry and island transfer
Best major transfer hub for shinkansen arrivals and many regional connections. A strong choice if you are coming from Osaka, Kyoto, or Tokyo by rail.
Hiroden-miyajima-guchi Stationmetro
2.5 km1-12-32 Miyajimaguchi, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japanabout 35 min walkabout 6–11 min by taxiabout 10 min by ferry after transfer to the pier, plus onward island transfer
Useful if you prefer the Hiroshima tram network; slower than JR from central Hiroshima but convenient for direct streetcar access.
Miyajima Aquarium / Miyajima Suizokukan-mae area bus stopbus
170 mNear Miyajima Aquarium, Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japanabout 3–6 minabout 3–5 min by taxishort island bus ride from Miyajima Pier, best checked locally
Useful island bus stop for travelers who want to minimize the uphill walk from the pier; especially practical in bad weather or with light luggage.
Miyajima Pierbus
1.1 kmMiyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japanabout 15–20 min on foot uphill to the ryokan, depending on luggageabout 5 min by taxiabout 5–10 min by island bus when operating, or hotel shuttle if arranged
Most important arrival point on the island. Best place to transfer to the ryokan shuttle, a taxi, or local island transport rather than walking with heavy bags.
Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airportairport
18 kmIwakuni, Yamaguchi, Japanabout 40–60 min to Miyajimaguchi, then ferry and island transferabout 60–80 min via bus to JR Iwakuni and JR train to Miyajimaguchi, then ferry
A practical alternative airport, especially from western Japan or Haneda-linked trips. Often convenient if you plan to connect by JR via Iwakuni.
Hiroshima Airportairport
57 km64-31 Zennyuji, Hongo-cho, Mihara, Hiroshima, Japanabout 75–105 min to the ferry side under normal conditions, then ferry and island transferabout 60 min by airport bus to Miyajimaguchi, then ferry and island transfer
Most useful full-service airport for international and broader domestic access to Miyajima. Good option if you want an airport bus toward Miyajimaguchi.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Great base for Itsukushima ShrineThe property is about a 5-minute walk from Itsukushima Shrine, which makes early-morning or evening strolls around Miyajima much easier than staying farther from the center.
Helpful pier shuttleAlthough it is walkable from Miyajima Pier, the hotel also offers pickup, which is especially useful with luggage on the island's uneven, often busy streets.
Comfort-first ryokan styleKikunoya mixes Japanese-style hospitality with more modern room comfort, so it suits travelers who want a ryokan feel without giving up practical in-room amenities.
Good bath options after sightseeingThere is a large public bath, and some room categories add private bathing convenience, which is a real plus after climbing around Miyajima or visiting Mt. Misen areas.
Breakfast and dinner are easy on-siteThe hotel offers meal options on property, making it convenient if you want a quieter evening on Miyajima after day-trippers leave and do not want to search for restaurants late.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not the closest spot to the pierEven with the shuttle, it is not the most pier-adjacent choice on Miyajima, so travelers wanting to step straight off the ferry and into the hotel may prefer somewhere nearer the waterfront.
More practical than luxuriousThis is better suited to travelers seeking comfort and convenience than a deeply exclusive ryokan experience, so it may feel less special than Miyajima's more premium traditional stays.
Meal planning can be restrictiveDinner and breakfast arrangements may require advance planning, which is less flexible if you prefer deciding meals at the last minute while exploring the island.
Public bath may not suit everyoneIf you are not comfortable with communal bathing, a key part of the stay's appeal becomes less relevant unless you book a room type with more private bathing features.
Can feel busy in peak Miyajima seasonsBecause of its strong location near major sightseeing areas, the atmosphere may feel more active during popular travel periods rather than secluded or retreat-like.

Current position: 8th out of 19 ryokans in Miyajima.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥉 3rd	ITSUKUSHIMA IROHA	9.5/10	512
4th	Itsukushimahigashimonzen Kikugawa	9.4/10	899
5th	Bettei Fujiya	9.6/10	26
6th	Jukeiso	9.3/10	1,540
7th	Iwaso	9.3/10	1,298
8th	Kikunoya Current ryokan	9.1/10	2,109
9th	Kinsuikan	9.1/10	347
10th	宮島離れの宿 IBUKU -Miyajima Hanare no Yado IBUKU-	9.0/10	729
11th	Miyajima Seaside Hotel	9.0/10	686
12th	Yamaichi Bekkan	8.9/10	127
13th	Miyajima Hotel Makoto	8.8/10	385