Historical Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine Featured The stunningly beautiful Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine in Shimane Prefecture is one of the oldest shrine sites in Japan.
Historical Shimane: Japan's Well-Kept Secret Featured Shimane prefecture is a coastal area in the west of Honshu — Japan’s main island. While not too far from the popular Hiroshima..
Historical Hinomisaki Lighthouse in Izumo Adam Hacker The Hinomisaki Lighthouse in Izumo is one of the more unique spots in all of Shimane. This massive white structure towers in stark..
Museums The Gardens of Adachi Museum of Art Adam Hacker A “must see” in Shimane, go to the Adachi Museum of Art. Set in the countryside of Yasugi, Adachi is tucked away between drama..
Historical Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine Featured Omori Town is part of the Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine World Heritage Site, which is one of Japan’s most important mining areas.
Historical Japan's Oldest Hot Springs Featured The natural hot springs of Tamatsukuri are known as one of the oldest onsen in Japan.That means that at the very least, this onsen..
10 Historical Iwami Ginzan's Omori-cho Sandra Isaka The town of Omori is one of Japan's least known treasures. Hidden in Shimane Prefecture and rarely visited, it is now part of..
Historical Step into the Homelife of Samurai Featured Walking along Shiomi-nawate street, the traditionally walled houses create and Edo period atmosphere. A finely preserved samurai..