🇯🇵 Miyajima,
Japan
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BUSINESS
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| 🧾 VAT | 10% (standard Consumer Tax). |
| 🏢 Studio Purchase Price (City Center) | Approx. ¥450,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = ¥18,000,000) - Note: Land on the island is highly restricted. |
| 🏢 Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) | Approx. ¥280,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = ¥11,200,000) in Hatsukaichi. |
| 🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) | Approx. ¥400,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = ¥24,000,000). |
| 🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) | Approx. ¥250,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = ¥15,000,000). |
| 🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) | Approx. ¥350,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = ¥28,000,000). |
| 🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) | Approx. ¥220,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = ¥17,600,000). |
| 💼 Corporate Tax | Effective rate approx. 30.6%. |
| 💵 Dividend Withholding Tax | 20.42% (standard for non-residents). |
| 🏦 Tax System | Resident-based taxation (Worldwide income if classified as 'permanent resident'). |
| 📈 Highest Income Tax Bracket | 45% plus 10% local inhabitant tax. |
| 🌐 Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules | Yes, applicable to foreign subsidiaries with low tax rates. |
| 🏠 Property Tax | Fixed Assets Tax at 1.4% of the assessed value. |
| 🏠 Property Transaction Tax | Real Estate Acquisition Tax (approx. 3-4%) plus Registration Tax. |
| 💻 Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads | Japan Digital Nomad Visa (6 months) allows remote work under specific bilateral agreements, but income is generally taxable if staying long-term. |
ESSENTIALS
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏙️ City | Miyajima (Itsukushima), Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan |
| 👥 Population | Approximately 1,500 residents |
| 💻 Internet Speed | Average 65 Mbps; fiber available in most Ryokans, pocket WiFi is recommended for outdoor use. |
| 💸 Currency & Banking | 1 JPY ≈ 0.0067 USD. Japan Post Bank ATM at the ferry terminal is the most reliable for international cards. |
| 🚰 Tap Water | Drinkable and of high quality. |
| 🔌 Power | 100V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets (Flat two-pin). |
| 📶 SIM Card | Ubigi (eSIM), Sakura Mobile, or Mobal (pickup at Hiroshima Airport or major post offices). |
| 💳 Banking for Expats | 7-Eleven ATMs (mainland Hatsukaichi) or Wise/Revolut are widely used. |
| 🛌 Accommodation | Traditional Ryokans and small guesthouses. Booking.com and Agoda are preferred over Airbnb here. |
| 💳 Cashless Friendly | Moderate; major shrines and hotels accept cards, but small street food stalls are cash-only. |
| 🏠 Short Term Rentals | Limited; Omotenashi Hostel Miyajima (on the mainland side) is a popular nomad hub. |
| 🛏️ Budget Accommodation | Miyajima Guest House Mikuniya (approx. ¥4,500/night). |
| 🏙️ Best Area to Stay for Tourists | Near Itsukushima Shrine for the iconic 'Torii' views and evening atmosphere. |
| 🏙️ Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads | Miyajimaguchi (Mainland side) for cheaper rent, 24/7 supermarkets, and better transit access. |
WORKING AND NETWORKING
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏢 Best Coworking Space | Shock Hall (Hiroshima City, 45 mins away) - ¥2,000/day. No dedicated coworking on the island. |
| ☕ Best Cafe for Work | Sarasvati (Coffee roaster with quiet second floor) - approx. ¥600 for a latte. |
| 💼 Networking Events | Hiroshima Creative Meetup (Monthly in Hiroshima City) or 'Startup Hiroshima' events. |
| 🥂 Social Events for Expats | Hiroshima International Center events and 'Internations' Hiroshima chapter. |
TRANSPORTATION
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| 🚕 Best Taxi/Ride App | JapanTaxi or GO App (pickups occur mostly on the mainland; very few cars on the island). |
| 🚲 Bike/Scooter Rental | Cycle Shop Kanayamachi (Mainland) or rental bikes at some guesthouses like Mikuniya. |
| 🏖️ Best Beach Nearby | Tsutsumigaura Natural Park Beach (on the east side of the island). |
| ✈️ Top Regional Airline | Ibex Airlines (operating out of Hiroshima Airport - HIJ). |
| ✈️ Top International Airline | ANA (All Nippon Airways) and JAL (Japan Airlines). |
| 🛣️ Highway Access | Sanyo Expressway via the Hatsukaichi Interchange. |
| 🚉 Main Train/Transit Hub | JR Miyajimaguchi Station (connected via 10-minute ferry to the island). |
| 🚍 Public Transport Passes | Visit Hiroshima Tourist Pass (¥1,000+), covers ferries and Hiroshima tams. |
| ✈️ Regional Travel | JR Sanyo Line to Hiroshima (25 mins, ¥420) or the Hiroden Streetcar (70 mins, ¥270). |
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏥 Best Hospital | Hiroshima Prefectural Hospital (Hiroshima City) with English support. |
| 🧘 Yoga & Wellness Centers | Zen meditation sessions at Daisho-in Temple (donations welcome/prior booking required). |
| 🏋️ Gyms & Fitness Centers | Hatsukaichi City Sports Center (Mainland, ¥500 per visit). |
| 🧺 Laundry Services | Coin Laundry near Miyajimaguchi Station (approx. ¥400 per wash). |
FOOD AND DRINK
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| 📱 Best Food Delivery App | UberEats (Mainland only; no delivery service to the island itself). |
| 🍽️ Best Local Dish to Try | Grilled Oysters (Kaki-no-dote-nabe) at Kakiya (¥1,500 - ¥3,000). |
| 🍱 Vegan/Vegetarian Options | Omotenashi Hostel Kitchen or 'Towa' (Vegetarian-friendly cafe on the island). |
| 🍫 Best Dessert Spots | Momiji Manju (Maple leaf cakes) at Momido (approx. ¥100 per piece). |
| 🛒 Affordable Shopping Spots | YouMe Town Hatsukaichi (Massive mall on the mainland). |
| 🛒 E-commerce/Online Store | Amazon Japan and Rakuten (Delivery to island Ryokans is possible). |
| 🛒 Grocery Delivery | Aeon Net Super (Delivers to the ferry port area). |
| 🍸 Bar/Nightlife Area | Nagarekawa District (Hiroshima City) - 45-60 mins away. |
| 🍻 Local Brewery | Miyajima Brewery (Craft beer overlooking the sea; approx. ¥800 per pint). |
| 🍷 Wine Bars | Akai Torii (Casual wine/sake bar near the shopping street). |
| 🍲 Street Food Stalls | Omotesando Shopping Street (Famous for Nigiri-ten fish cakes). |
| 🍕 Popular International Cuisine | Les Clos (French-inspired bakery and cafe). |
CULTURE AND ATTRACTIONS
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| 🎟️ Must-See Landmarks | Floating Torii Gate and Itsukushima Shrine (Entrance ¥300). |
| 🏛️ Museums & Art Venues | Itsukushima Treasure Hall and the Miyajima History & Folklore Museum (¥300). |
| 🏰 Historical Sites | Five-Story Pagoda (Gojunoto) and Senjokaku (The Hall of 1000 Mats). |
| 🕍 Religious Sites | Daisho-in Temple (Esoteric Buddhism hub at the foot of Mt. Misen). |
| 🎉 Annual Events | Kangen-sai Festival (Lunar calendar July/August) and the Miyajima Water Fireworks. |
| 🎨 Cultural Districts | Machiya Street (Historical residential backstreet). |
| 🎭 Theater Venues | The Noh Stage at Itsukushima Shrine (only for specific festivals). |
| 🛍️ Local Markets | Omotesando Arcade (Daily tourist market for crafts and snacks). |
| 🎼 Music Scene | Occasional traditional Gagaku music performances at the Shrine. |
| 🎨 Street Art | Decorative manhole covers and traditional wood-carved rice scoops (Shamoji). |
| 🧑🍳 Cooking Classes | Momiji Manju making at the Miyajima Traditional Crafts Center (¥880). |
| 👩🎨 Art Galleries | Galerie Miyawaki (Small contemporary space near the ferry). |
| 🕰️ Historic Buildings | Kikaigahara traditional residences. |
| 🏴 Local Heritage | The world's largest wooden rice scoop (Shamoji) displayed on the shopping street. |
NATURE AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| 🌅 Nearby Nature Escapes | Mount Misen (Hiking or Ropeway access for views of the Seto Inland Sea). |
| 🏞️ National Parks Nearby | Setonaikai National Park (Miyajima is a core part of this park). |
| 🚲 Cycling/Walking Paths | The mountain trails (Momijidani, Daisho-in, and Omoto paths). |
| 🌄 Scenic Viewpoints | Shishiiwa Observatory (at the top of the Miyajima Ropeway, ¥1,100 one way). |
| 🦉 Birdwatching Locations | Momijidani Park (Acer valley). |
| 🔥 Bonfire-Friendly Spots | Tsutsumigaura Campsite (Permitted in designated BBQ areas only). |
OTHER SERVICES AND AMENITIES
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| 📦 Parcel Delivery Service | Yamato Transport (Kuroneko) - service available via hotel receptions. |
| 🛠️ Tech Repair Services | Apple Hiroshima (Hiroshima City Center). |
| 🏓 Table Tennis Spots | Hatsukaichi City Sports Center (Mainland). |
| 🧑🏫 Language Classes | Hiroshima YMCA Wellness & Language Center (Hiroshima City). |
| 📚 Libraries & Study Spots | Hatsukaichi City Library (Mainland near the station). |
| 🏘️ Community Centers | Miyajima Citizen’s Center (Local administrative office on the island). |
| 🕹️ Gaming Lounges | GiGO Hiroshima Hondoori (Large arcade in Hiroshima City). |
| 🎰 Casino & Gaming Halls | Pachinko Parlors located near Miyajimaguchi Station (Mainland). |
🧭 CONTINUE EXPLORING MIYAJIMA