Culture Wagashi Making in Matsue Kim Bergström Ever wanted to try your hand at making traditional Japanese sweets? At the Karakoro Art Studio in Matsue, you're able to do..
Historical Horikawa Boat Cruise Featured Matsue, being a castle town, has an intricate web of waterways running through the town, spreading out from the inner and outer..
Culture Gesshoji Temple Kim Bergström Gesshoji Temple is one of Matsue's best temples to visit. It's known for the giant tortoise statue on the grounds, as well..
Museums Lafcadio Hearn Museum, Matsue City Louise Waghorn The Lafcadio Hearn Museum offers not only a glimpse into a fascinating man's life and works but an introduction to a never before..
Culture Matsue's Kounkaku Kim Bergström Matsue's Kounkaku was built to entertain the Emperor of Japan in the early 1900s. Since then, it's been a venue for events..
Culture Shimane Art Museum Kim Bergström The Shimane Art Museum has a wealth of art on display from both Japanese and international artists. Of particular interest are works..
Culture En Route to Impressionism 2020 Sep 12th - Nov 3rd 2020 Past Event From September 12th to November 3rd, the Shimane Art Museum in Matsue is hosting a special exhibition of 19th century French p..
Culture Exploring Shimane – Part Two Rey Waters Touring Shimane Prefecture with its many historical and cultural attractions