6 Culture Tamawakasu-Mikoto Shrine Sherilyn Siy Tamawakasu-Mikoto Shrine is one of the most important shrines in Japan for many reasons: It is the main shrine of the Oki Islands...
7 Culture Oki Nature Museum Sherilyn Siy If you want to learn more about the natural history of the Oki Islands, the Oki Nature Museum is a must-visit. Catering to all visitors..
Transportation Ichibata Electric Railway Kim Bergström The Ichibata Electric Railway connects two major centers in Shimane, Izumo and Matsue, with some great stops along the way. The..
12 Activities Fauna and Flora of Akiyoshidai Tristan Scholze Most visitors to Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park come for the otherworld panoramas and underground adventures in this geologic..
Culture Hori Mansion and Garden Denes Perlaky Hori Mansion and Garden is the lavish home of a wealthy family, with a guesthouse for high-society business men and politicians...
Culture Otome Toge St. Maria Chapel Denes Perlaky Otome Toge St. Maria Chapel is where the hidden Christians of Nagasaki were brought to, and tortured to give up their faith. After..
Transportation Getting Around the San’in Region Niaya Harper Plane, train or car; how to access the hidden gems of San'in. Here's a few great things to do around Izumo Airport.
Food Tasting Across the San’in Region Niaya Harper Introducing the culinary delights exclusive to the San'in Region. Discover a new way to eat wagyu Tottori-style!