This place truly deserves its reputation as the Little Kyoto of the San'in region, tucked away in a basin surrounded by mountains.
Especially along the beautiful Tonomachi Street, one side is lined with traditional samurai residences with rustic white walls, while the other side has a crystal-clear canal.
Because there are relatively fewer tourists here, it lacks the bustle of more famous destinations. Instead, it perfectly preserves a sense of secluded elegance and tranquility. It’s an ideal place to slow all the way down and enjoy a deeper, more peaceful kind of travel.
