Things to Do - Shimane | GOOD LUCK TRIP

Shimane

Parks & Gardens

Shirakata Park

A relaxing spot for Matsue locals on the shore of Lake Shinji, famous for its sunsets.

Shimane

Parks & Gardens

Shinjiko Green Park

A nature-rich park with a birdwatching observatory next to the shore of Lake Shinji.

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Zoos & Aquariums

Shimane Prefectural Lake Shinji Nature Museum Gobius

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An interactive learning facility where you can discover the creatures living in Shimane’s freshwater and brackish environments through exhibits and hands-on experiences.

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Shrines & Temples

Shojoji Temple

A peaceful Zen temple also known as a famous spot for azaleas.

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Nature Spots

Candle Island

A strange rock formation that looks like a lit candle when the setting sun aligns with its tip.

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Museums

Okuizumo Tane Museum of Natural History

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A natural history museum where you can experience the evolution of the universe and the history of life through fossil exhibits and videos.

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Parks & Gardens

Karaoto Suisen Park

A famous winter flower spot where daffodils nurtured by the local community bloom against the backdrop of the Sea of Japan.

Shimane

Hot Springs & Hot Spring Resorts

Mimata Onsen

A renowned Sanin hot spring ranked No. 1 nationwide for three consecutive years in the Hot Spring General Election.

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Museums

Mori Ogai Memorial Museum

A literature museum standing at the birthplace of Mori Ogai, one of the great literary figures of the Meiji era.

Shimane

Hot Springs & Hot Spring Resorts

Matsue Shinjiko Onsen

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A hot spring district on the shore of Lake Shinji where you can enjoy skin-beautifying waters while taking in beautiful sunset views.

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Museums

Kumagai Residence

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The largest merchant residence in Iwami Ginzan, offering a glimpse into daily life from the Edo to Meiji periods.

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Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

Matsue Station

A station where public transportation convenient for sightseeing in Matsue and Izumo comes together.

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Nature Spots

Dangyo Falls

Two waterfalls flow through the grounds of a shrine standing beyond a towering cedar-lined approach.

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Experiences Facilities

Amanbo Underwater Sightseeing Boat

A sightseeing boat where you can observe the beautiful sea, nature, and many kinds of fish from both above and below the water.

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Nature Spots

Kotogahama

A popular beach where the sand makes beautiful sounds like a koto when you walk on it.

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Museums

Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center

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A guidance facility worth visiting before touring the World Heritage site of Iwami Ginzan.

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Nature Spots

Oni no Shitaburui

A grand canyon in Okuizumo, designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty and Natural Monument for its distinctive landscape lined with unusual rock formations.

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Shrines & Temples

Miho Shrine

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Rare architectural style found nowhere else in Japan remains at the main hall of this historic shrine.

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Shrines & Temples

Yaegaki Shrine

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A popular shrine for extra luck in love and matchmaking.

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Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Matsue Vogel Park

A lakeside themepark complete with vibrant flowers and bird encounters.

Things to Do
Shimane

Shimane Travel Guide

Shirakata Park

Shinjiko Green Park

Shimane Prefectural Lake Shinji Nature Museum Gobius

Shojoji Temple

Candle Island

Okuizumo Tane Museum of Natural History

Karaoto Suisen Park

Mimata Onsen

Mori Ogai Memorial Museum

Matsue Shinjiko Onsen

Kumagai Residence

Matsue Station

Dangyo Falls

Amanbo Underwater Sightseeing Boat

Kotogahama

Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center

Oni no Shitaburui

Miho Shrine

Yaegaki Shrine

Matsue Vogel Park

Things to Do Shimane

Shimane Travel Guide

Shirakata Park

Shinjiko Green Park

Shimane Prefectural Lake Shinji Nature Museum Gobius

Shojoji Temple

Candle Island

Okuizumo Tane Museum of Natural History

Karaoto Suisen Park

Mimata Onsen

Mori Ogai Memorial Museum

Matsue Shinjiko Onsen

Kumagai Residence

Matsue Station

Dangyo Falls

Amanbo Underwater Sightseeing Boat

Kotogahama

Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center

Oni no Shitaburui

Miho Shrine

Yaegaki Shrine

Matsue Vogel Park

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