Miyajima's entrance, Meiji era (1868-1912)

View of Miyajima – Sacred Island with Floating Torii, Meiji Era

Details

• Museum-grade fine art reproduction from an original hand-colored photograph from the Meiji period (1868–1912), Japan

• Features sacred deer, stone lanterns, and the iconic floating torii of Itsukushima Shrine

• A symbol of harmony between nature, belief, and everyday life in Shinto Japan

• Ideal for collectors of Japanese culture, spiritual art, and serene landscape photography

About the Artwork

Step into a vision of peace and spiritual grace with this exquisite reproduction from Miyajima (Itsukushima)—a sacred island off the coast of Hiroshima, celebrated for its floating torii gate and natural sanctity. Captured during the Meiji era, this hand-colored photograph reveals a rare, quiet moment where Shinto beliefs and the rhythms of nature meet.

In the foreground, deer roam freely, symbols of purity and messengers of the gods according to ancient Shinto tradition. Their gentle postures and calm presence invite reflection. Just beyond, a row of stone lanterns leads the eye to the majestic torii gate, rising gracefully from the sea. The water is still, the sky soft, and the mountains hazy—everything rendered in delicate, hand-tinted tones that add warmth and soul to the scene.

The careful application of color—so typical of high-end Meiji photographic studios—transforms the photograph into something painterly and timeless. With its soothing palette of cool blues and warm earth tones, this work is both a visual meditation and a cultural artifact.

Whether hung in a meditative space, a gallery wall, or a place of quiet inspiration, this print connects you to Japan’s living spiritual heritage—an island where gods walk among deer and the sea cradles sacred symbols.