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Opposite Hiroshima, the beautiful island Miyajima, with his famous O-Torii give peace and silence.
The O-Torri of the Itsukushima Shrine in front of Miyajima is one of Japan's "3 most beautiful spots".
Itsukushima Shrine, first built in the latter half of the sixth century, standing in the sea, is best known
for its grand and unique construction. Its Grand Gate ( O-Torii ) is the symbol of Miyajima.
As the headquarters of the Omuru Branch of the Shingon denomination of Buddhism, Daishoin Temple is the most distinguished temple
of Miyajima, having taken charge of all the rituals as Betto (administrator) of the Itsukushima Shrine.
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