Sakuraya

8.8

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.8/10, based on 1,063 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	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 Current ryokan	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

Sea Views Temple District Station Access Old Town Public Onsen Hot Spring Bath

Location

739-0588 Hiroshima, Miyajima, Miyajima-cho 853-1, Japan

Staff 9,0/10

Facilities 8,0/10

Cleanliness 9,0/10

Comfort 8,0/10

Value for money 8,0/10

Location 10,0/10

Pier-Short WalkAbout three minutes on foot from Miyajima Pier for smooth ferry arrivals.

Shrine-Facing LocationPositioned facing Itsukushima Shrine, with major Miyajima sights close by.

Easy Island ExploringWell placed for walking to famous spots without relying on extra transport.

Japanese Inn FeelOffers a relaxing Japanese-style stay rather than a standard business hotel feel.

Modern, Simple StayBlends traditional atmosphere with modern facilities and uncomplicated stay plans.

Warm HospitalityPromotes friendly staff hospitality, fitting travelers seeking a welcoming local stay.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsAccess is the strongest driver: it is about 3 minutes from Miyajima Pier and around 10 minutes on foot to Itsukushima Shrine, so 1 night neatly covers late-afternoon arrival, evening island walk, bath, overnight stay, and next-morning sightseeing before moving on. Choose 2 nights only if you want a slower Mount Misen day, repeated shrine-area walks, or a relaxed island pace after Hiroshima.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a 1-night Miyajima stay for travelers who want the island after day-trippers leave, with optional 2nd night for a slower Misen and shrine schedule.

Know before booking

Limited long-stay scopeMiyajima is rewarding overnight but usually too small to justify a long regional base from this property.

Early-closing island diningMany restaurants on Miyajima close early, and Sakuraya is commonly sold room-only, so dinner timing matters.

Some room access by stairsMountain-side rooms on the 5th floor may require stairs, which matters with heavy luggage or mobility limits.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Simple on-site breakfast service; dinner is not served.

Tensen (nearby)

nearby5 min walk

Hidden-style sushi spot near Miyajima Pier with Setouchi seafood and local sake.

Iwamura (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Useful nearby Japanese spot known for Miyajima oyster dishes and rice meals.

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, use JR Miyajimaguchi Station or Hiroden-miyajimaguchi Station, walk to the ferry terminal, cross to Miyajima, and then walk about 3–5 minutes to the ryokan. Hiroshima Airport is the most practical air gateway for most domestic arrivals, while Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport can also work for some itineraries from the west or via Tokyo.

JR Miyajimaguchi Stationstation
2.0 kmnot practical to the ryokan because a ferry crossing is requiredabout 5–10 min by taxiabout 25–35 min by JR train from Hiroshima Station, then a short walk to the ferry and about 10 min by ferry
Best rail access for most visitors coming from Hiroshima or the JR network; especially convenient if continuing by JR ferry connection.
Hiroshima Stationstation
18 kmabout 45–70 min by car to Miyajimaguchi, plus ferryabout 45–60 min total to Miyajima area by JR train plus ferry, then a short walk on the island
Major long-distance arrival hub for shinkansen and regional trains; the easiest city transfer point if you are not driving.
Hiroden-miyajimaguchi Stationmetro
1.9 kmnot practical to the ryokan because a ferry crossing is requiredabout 5–10 min by taxiabout 60–80 min by tram from central Hiroshima, then a very short walk to the ferry and about 10 min by ferry
Useful for travelers already using Hiroshima's tram network, though slower than JR from Hiroshima Station.
Miyajima Pierbus
390 mabout 3–5 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxiarrival point after about 10 min by ferry from Miyajimaguchi
This is the key arrival point on the island and the most useful final transfer point for the ryokan with luggage.
Miyajimaguchi Ferry Terminalbus
1.8 kmnot applicableabout 5–10 min by taxiabout 10 min by ferry to Miyajima Pier
Primary mainland transfer point before boarding for Miyajima; use this if arriving by train, tram, bus, or taxi from the mainland.
Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airportairport
19 kmabout 45–70 min to Miyajimaguchi depending on traffic, plus ferryoften about 70–120 min with train or bus-and-train combinations, then ferry
A reasonable alternative airport, especially for some domestic flights and westbound itineraries, but compare total transfer time carefully.
Hiroshima Airportairport
57 kmabout 70–100 min to Miyajimaguchi depending on traffic, plus ferrytypically about 90–140 min via airport bus and rail or bus connections, then ferry
Usually the most practical airport for reaching Miyajima from elsewhere in Japan, but expect at least one onward transfer before the ferry.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Excellent Miyajima locationIt is about a 3-minute walk from Miyajima Pier, which makes arrival and departure very easy with luggage. Major sights such as Itsukushima Shrine and Momijidani Park are also reachable on foot.
Stay on the island after the crowdsSleeping on Miyajima lets you enjoy the island in the quieter early morning and evening hours instead of rushing back to the mainland. That can make the overall Miyajima experience feel calmer and more memorable.
Simple Japanese-style atmosphereThe property blends a traditional Japanese feel with straightforward modern comforts, so it gives a ryokan-style stay without feeling overly formal. This works well for travelers who want local character in a relaxed format.
Good choice for independent travelersThe inn offers simple stay plans without meals, which gives you flexibility to explore local restaurants and shape your day freely. It is especially convenient for travelers who prefer to plan around sightseeing rather than fixed dinner times.
Some rooms offer sea viewsA limited number of seaside rooms overlook the water, and sunset views are a real plus if you book the right category. This can noticeably elevate the stay compared with a standard island base.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

No in-house mealsThis property does not serve meals, so it is not the classic kaiseki-and-breakfast ryokan experience many travelers expect. You will need to organize dinner and breakfast elsewhere.
Not every room has a strong viewMountain-side rooms are more budget-friendly but have little to almost no view. If scenery matters to you, booking the wrong room type could feel disappointing.
Limited sea-view inventoryOnly a small number of rooms are on the seaside, so the most attractive room category is not widely available. Popular dates may leave you with less distinctive options.
More practical than luxuriousThis is better described as a comfortable, well-located inn than a high-end ryokan retreat. Travelers seeking elaborate service, refined dining, or a special-occasion splurge may find it too simple.
Shared-bath setup in some roomsNot all rooms have the same private facilities, as some use a shared bathroom arrangement. That may be inconvenient if you want full privacy in your room.

Current position: 15th out of 19 ryokans in Miyajima.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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 Current ryokan	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