What to do in Shimane Prefecture

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A serene garden with a pond, rocks, and traditional Japanese architecture in the background.
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A tranquil lake at sunset with a small island featuring a gazebo and a torii gate.
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Activities

Izumo: Walking the Sacred Grounds of Izumo Taisha

Izumo: Walking the Sacred Grounds of Izumo Taisha

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Izumo: Walking the Sacred Grounds of Izumo Taisha
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What to do in Shimane Prefecture

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Matsue Shinjiko Onsen

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Matsue Shinjiko Onsen. You might want to make time for a stop at Shijimikan Museum or Shinjiko Ohashi Bridge.

 

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Day trip destinations from Shimane Prefecture

A traditional Japanese torii gate in a serene lakeside setting with lush greenery and mountains in the background.

Hatsukaichi

A river with a stone bridge, buildings, and a forested hillside.

Iwakuni

A serene Japanese garden with a pond, neatly trimmed bushes, and a backdrop of lush hills.

Yasugi

A coastal landscape with rocky formations and a calm sea at sunset.

Nishinoshima

A rocky coastline with a rope bridge connecting two cliffs over calm water.
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