What to do and see in Shimane Prefecture, Chugoku: The Best Sights & Landmarks

May 19, 2021 Hector Krause

Discover the best top things to do in Shimane Prefecture, Japan including Matsue Castle, Izumo Grand Shrine, Yaegaki Shrine, Susa Shrine, Izumo Hinomisaki Lighthouse, Former Taisha Station, Matsue Castle Town, Sanbe Azukihara Burried Trees Park, Manpukuji Temple, Tsuwano Castle.
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1. Matsue Castle

1-5 Tonomachi, Matsue 690-0887 Shimane Prefecture +81 852-21-4030 [email protected] https://www.matsue-castle.jp/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
9%
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4.5 based on 1,499 reviews

Matsue Castle

Matsue symbol Matsue Castle is said to be one of the national treasures and one of the only orthodox towers among the 12 towers that exist throughout the country. Matsue Castle can be proud, please enjoy.

Reviewed By jeffreygalino - Hiroshima, Japan

If you are into history and culture, you should visit this castle. The structure is still in its original form. It looks unique compared to other Japanese castles for its black color. Discounted ticket price is given to foreigners. A panoramic view of Matsue City is seen from top.

2. Izumo Grand Shrine

195 Taishacho Kizukihigashi, Izumo 699-0701 Shimane Prefecture +81 853-53-3100 http://www.izumooyashiro.or.jp/
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 2,114 reviews

Izumo Grand Shrine

Reviewed By HotRodHeart - France, null

Being one of the oldest and most revered shrine in Japan, you will feel the history of the place as you walk to the shrine and around. Look at the Japanese people to avoid little mistakes, like walking on the path reserved for the gods, etc... It's super countryside, so shops and restaurants close very early, and transportation is scarce. So plan ahead. English is not widespread neither. If you have a chance, follow the way toward the sea from the shrine (the one used for the annual event) , and enjoy a breathtaking sunset ;)

3. Yaegaki Shrine

227 Sakusacho, Matsue 690-0035 Shimane Prefecture +81 852-21-1148 https://yaegakijinja.or.jp/
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 444 reviews

Yaegaki Shrine

4. Susa Shrine

730 Sadacho Susa, Izumo 693-0503 Shimane Prefecture +81 853-84-0605 http://www.susa-jinja.jp
Excellent
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4.5 based on 162 reviews

Susa Shrine

5. Izumo Hinomisaki Lighthouse

Taishacho Hinomisaki, Izumo 699-0763 Shimane Prefecture +81 853-54-5341 https://www.izumo-kankou.gr.jp/677
Excellent
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4.5 based on 405 reviews

Izumo Hinomisaki Lighthouse

This white lighthouse boasts the height of Japan. The area is full of attractions, including the coastline where the cliffs are followed.

Reviewed By JAMBALDORJ_Altaa

This is the fascinating area that I was not expected before. You can release your stress and relax by sitting on the rock and seeing sea of Japan because this is a place perfectly composed of natural beauty. Also my son expressed that it was unbelievable memory and experience with such a strong waves of sea for the first time.

6. Former Taisha Station

441-3 Taishacho Kitaaraki, Izumo 699-0722 Shimane Prefecture +81 853-53-2112 [email protected] http://www.izumo-kankou.gr.jp/4609
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 338 reviews

Former Taisha Station

A beautiful wooden station building designated as an important cultural property of the country. Interiors and railway goods with high historical value are worth seeing as well as railway fans.

Reviewed By jeffreyrg - Higashihiroshima, Japan

Visiting this old station feels like going back in time. You can still see the schedules, mannequins wearing the original uniform, the railtracks and the train. The best part is it is free and near the other tourist spots.

7. Matsue Castle Town

Tonomachi, Matsue 690-0887 Shimane Prefecture http://www.kankou-matsue.jp/
Excellent
43%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 141 reviews

Matsue Castle Town

Reviewed By GaryH990 - Bloomington, United States

A stroll around the castle moat will take you to a collection of rather old houses, done in the early style but updated for convenience. Several are now tea houses or soba noodle shops, all set in very pleasant surroundings.

8. Sanbe Azukihara Burried Trees Park

58-2 Sanbecho Tane, Oda 694-0003 Shimane Prefecture +81 854-86-9500 [email protected] http://www.nature-sanbe.jp/azukihara/
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Sanbe Azukihara Burried Trees Park

The Sanbe Buried Forest is the hidden forest where many giant trees have been lying under the ground since the ancient times, that is the result of the volcanic eruption of Mt.Sanbe around 4,000 years ago. In the underground exhibition hall of the Sanbe Buried Forest Museum, you will find some huge trunks of trees standing straight as they were in the ancient days, and others being laid down there after having fallen down and been driven in an avalanche of sands and rocks caused by the eruption.

9. Manpukuji Temple

25-33 Higashimachi, Masuda 698-0004 Shimane Prefecture +81 856-22-0302
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Manpukuji Temple

10. Tsuwano Castle

Ushiroda, Tsuwano-cho, Kanoashi-gun 699-5605 Shimane Prefecture http://www.kankou-shimane.com/ja/spot/detail/971
Excellent
39%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 84 reviews

Tsuwano Castle

Reviewed By BZimm08 - Iwakuni, Japan

The Tsuwano Castle ruins was one of the highlights of visiting Tsuwano and I highly recommend coming here. There are a few options of getting to the top, you can hike or take a chair lift. It looks as if they are building a road closer so parking near the ruins, might be another option in the future. I opted for the chair lift since I have yet to do that in Japan. You can take the lift back down or hike. Once at the top, you do have to hike a little to get to the actual ruins but it is a fairly easy hike. The ruins and locations are incredible. The views from each ledge is gorgeous. The ruins itself are massive, I wish I could see what it would have been like when built up. The Tsuwano Castle ruins are easily one of my favorites in Japan.

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