Itsukushima Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine on the sacred island of Miyajima is famous for its vermilion floating torii gate, which appears to rise from the sea at high tide. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, it is one of the most iconic backdrops in Japan for kimono pre-wedding photography.

The shrine offers official wedding photo plans on the corridor that extends over the water, accommodating shiromuku and iro-uchikake. Couples should book the shoot together with the ferry crossing, as Miyajima requires a 10-minute boat ride from the mainland.