This is the area around Shimane.

Shimane Prefecture is rich in attractions such as historic shrines and matchmaking spots. There are many famous historical sites, hot springs, and specialty gourmets and souvenirs that can not be missed. Check the location and sights of each area and go on a trip to the country of your connection! We also recommend Yokai Town, Sakaiminato, which is easy to stop from Matsue and Izumo!

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Matsue/Tamatsukuri Onsen
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The main tourist attraction is the national treasure Matsue-jo, which leaves the only castle tower in the Sanin area. It is also fun to take a sightseeing tour boat and look at the castle town where the atomosphere of Edo period remains. It is also interesting to see the Tamatsukuri Onsen and Matsue Shinjiko Onsen, which are known for efficacy their beautiful skin.

National Treasure Matsue-jo

A building that symbolizes Matsue. It is also called Chidori-jo because of its beautiful appearance.

Yaegaki Jinja

A well-reputed matchmaking spot that enshrines a couple gods. Telling fortune of connection that people float paper in a pond is popular.

Adachi Museum of Art

The vast and beautiful Japanese garden is also famous overseas. The museum has a full collection of Japanese paintings by Taikan Yokoyama and others.

Yushien

The Chisen Kaiyu-shiki garden, which fascinates with seasonal colors such as irises and peonies and autumn leaves.

Tamatsukuri Onsen

One of Japan's oldest hot water from "Izumonokuni Fudosha".

Shinjiko Shichin

It means seven of the most representative species of seafood from Lake Shinji; you can taste it at a local restaurant in Matsue.

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\ Mythical land filled with power of matchmaking/
Around Izumo
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The hometown of mythology known as Izumo Taisha, the sacred place of the matchmaking. The surrounding area is dotted with shrines related to myths. I would also like to visit the historical tour of Kamamoto, Okuizumo, which is scattered with the remains of Tatara Iron Works, and the Japanese 3 bijin-yu, Yunokawa Onsen.

Izumo Taisha

I want to experience the majestic atmosphere with the power spot that connects the relationship. The photo is Kagura-den.

Matchmaking items

Cute matchmaking goods with rabbit and jewel motifs for souvenirs!

Izumo Soba

After visit to Taisha, enjoy the flavorful local soba with three layers.

Yunokawa Onsen

Hot spring town in mountain valley is one of Japan's 3 beauty hot springs.

Seafood Gourmet

You can taste dishes made with fresh fish at each store.

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Iwami Ginzan
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Iwami Ginzan, which is highly regarded as an archaeological site that coexisted with the natural environment; visit the silver mining mineshaft and the townscape with a nostalgic atmosphere to remember its former prosperity; the retro Yunotau Onsen is also popular with tourists.

Iwami Ginzan

Let's take a walk through a good old town where the remains of samurai and Gosho residences.

Sanbesan Nishi no hara

A national park with a streak of six mountains; perfect for hiking and driving.

Yunotsu

The venerable Tojiba, which also has many repeat customers. You can enjoy Onsen outside.

Shimane-kenritsu Shimane Kaiyo-kan Aquas

The largest aquarium in Chugoku and Shikoku area. The performance of the beluga whale is not to be missed!

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\ Unique city where yokai line up in a row/
Sakaiminato
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Known as the birthplace of Shigeru Mizuki, manga artist of "Gegege no Kitaro", Mizuki Shigeru Road is full of tourist attractions such as Mizuki Shigeru Museum. Sakaiminato is also one of the best fishing ports in Sanin area. You can enjoy the specialty seafood as much as you want.

Mizuki Shigeru Road

There are 178 Yokai bronze statues lined up on a road about 800m. They are illuminated at night and shadow pictures are projected on the ground.

Yokai Souvenirs

A wide variety of cute yōkai souvenirs such as sweets and sundries.

Kaike Onsen

The seaside hot spring town, which is crowded with sea bathing, boasts an abundance of hot water and also has a reputation for its beautiful skin effect.

• This article is created based on the contents of "Rurubu Information Edition" or "Rurubu & more." "Rurubu +".
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• The holiday of stores and facilities omits the year-end holiday, Obon holiday, Golden Week, and temporary holidays in principle.
• The published fees are in principle the fee including consumption tax that we have confirmed at the time of the interview, and the entrance fee is the adult fee if there is no special mention.
• In principle, the published times are open (hall) to closed (hall). Please note that the last order or entrance (hall) time is 30 minutes to 1 hour before the normal closing (hall) time. The last order is denoted LO.
• For the spring quality and efficacy of the hot springs listed, manuscripts are prepared based on answers from each facility.