Travel information about Shimane and Tottori in English. Discover nature, culture, and places to stay in the San’in region.
A quiet walk through Matsue, from the old streets of Teramachi to Lake Shinji, Shirakata Park and a nostalgic café I had not visited for decades. A small visual journey through the landscapes and memories of Matsue.
A Walk from Teramachi to Lake Shinji | Rediscovering Matsue and an Old Café 続きを読む »
Discover Okuizumo, a quiet mountain region in Shimane shaped by Japanese mythology, tatara ironmaking, terraced rice fields, local food, hot springs, and the slow rhythms of rural life.
Okuizumo｜Japanese Mythology, Tatara Ironmaking, Rice Terraces and Mountain Life 続きを読む »
Discover two unique places to stay in Sakaiminato, from the convenient hot spring hotel beside the station to a small luxury retreat on Mizuki Shigeru Road. Experience the quiet atmosphere of the yokai town after dark.
Stay Overnight in Sakaiminato | Two Places to Experience the Yokai Town After Dark 続きを読む »
Walk through Mizuki Shigeru Road from daylight to night, discover bronze yokai statues, fresh seafood, a peaceful harbor at sunset, and the mysterious atmosphere of Sakaiminato after dark.
Mizuki Shigeru Road — From Daylight to Night 続きを読む »
Yonago Kitaro Airport is the gateway to Sakaiminato, Kaike Onsen, and Mt. Daisen. Discover Yokai-themed attractions inside the terminal, transportation options, local food, and the best ways to begin your journey through western Tottori and the San’in region.
Yonago Kitaro Airport | Your Gateway to Sakaiminato, Kaike Onsen, and Mt. Daisen 続きを読む »
Discover three beautiful ryokan in Matsue and Tamatsukuri Onsen where tranquil Japanese gardens, hot springs, and quiet hospitality create unforgettable stays. Also featuring Saginoyusou, the perfect base for visiting Adachi Museum of Art.
3 Beautiful Garden Inns in San’in｜Where Japanese Gardens Become Part of Your Stay 続きを読む »
Discover Gesshoji Temple in Matsue, where hydrangeas, traditional gardens, quiet tatami rooms, and centuries of history reveal the gentle beauty of Japanese garden culture.
Gesshoji Temple in Matsue｜Hydrangeas, Japanese Gardens and Quiet Beauty 続きを読む »
Travel overnight from Tokyo to the quiet landscapes of San’in aboard the Sunrise Izumo. Discover sleeper rooms, Nobinobi Seating, the scenic Hakubi Line, and peaceful journeys through western Japan.
Sunrise Izumo — A Night Train into the Quiet of San’in 続きを読む »
A walk through Yushien Garden on Daikonshima Island, where ponds, peonies, moss, and changing seasons create a quiet landscape shaped by water.
Yushien Garden｜Walking Through the Seasons on Daikonshima Island 続きを読む »
A quiet drive along the northern shore of Lake Nakaumi, tracing a road said to have been traveled by the gods. Discover Daikonshima, Eshima Ohashi, Sakaiminato, and the landscapes leading toward Mihonoseki.
The Path of Gods and Buddhas — A Quiet Waterside Road from Matsue to Mihonoseki 続きを読む »