All Reviews of Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street

As you stroll along Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street, the most distinctive sights along the way are all the different Miyajima specialties. There are many souvenir and snack shops lining both sides of the street, and momiji manju is a treat that you almost have to eat and take home when visiting Miyajima.

Besides momiji manju, Miyajima has another very distinctive specialty—rice scoops. Miyajima has long been known for making rice scoops, and you can see all kinds of wooden ones along the street, from small, cute souvenirs to practical household items, all with distinctive designs.

You can browse Omotesando while looking for unique Miyajima trinkets, eat a piping-hot momiji manju, and even see deer weaving through the crowds along the way. This shopping street isn't just a place to buy souvenirs; it also holds quite a bit of Miyajima's local life and culture.

Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street is about 350 meters long and is the liveliest street on the way to Itsukushima Shrine. Along the way, you'll find momiji manju, fried momiji manju, grilled oysters, conger eel dishes, and all kinds of souvenir shops, as well as distinctive crafts such as Miyajima rice scoops and wood carvings. The entire street is bustling with people and filled with delicious aromas, creating a sightseeing atmosphere unique to Miyajima. It's a great place to stroll, sample local food, and pick out a few distinctive souvenirs to take home.

While strolling along Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street, besides soaking up the lively Japanese atmosphere, what I looked forward to most was trying the two most famous must-eat local foods: freshly grilled oysters and momiji manju!
Miyajima's grilled oysters definitely didn't disappoint! Even from a distance, I could smell the enticing aroma of charcoal-grilled seafood as I approached the oyster stand. I ordered a large freshly grilled oyster that day. The outside was lightly charred and fragrant, and with one bite, the meat inside was incredibly plump and succulent, bursting with fresh, sweet juices in my mouth. It had plenty of ocean flavor without any fishiness at all, and the freshness was off the charts. After finishing one, I couldn't help wanting to order another serving!
After the savory food, of course it was time for a piping-hot signature momiji manju for dessert. I went into a long-established shop on the street and bought freshly baked classic red bean and custard flavors. The outer cake layer was crisp yet slightly soft, with sweet but not overly rich fillings inside. Biting into them while they were still warm made me so happy. These two are definitely the perfect snack combination for a trip to Miyajima. I highly recommend coming here and trying this perfect pairing for yourself!

Just like the areas around temples in Taiwan are packed with delicious food, the road to the shrine here is no different. Temples and shrines are always great places to experience the local culture.

The shopping street is packed with all kinds of souvenir shops and restaurants.