Activities The Oki Islands Lisa Wallin The Oki Islands is a group of over 180 islands located in the Sea of Japan off the coast of Shimane Prefecture. Known for its fascinating..
Culture Gesshoji Temple Kim Gesshoji Temple is one of Matsue's best temples to visit. It's known for the giant tortoise statue on the grounds, as well..
Culture Former Hatagasako Hospital Denes Perlaky The Hatagasako former hospital was the second of its kind to be established in Shimane Prefecture which was quite modern at that..
Culture Tsuwano Japan Heritage Center Denes Perlaky Tsuwano Hyakkeizu, 100 drawings about the traditions and famous sights of the Tsuwano Domain from 150 years ago. Half of these..
6 Food Ajinokura Sherilyn Siy The Oki Islands is a sushi and sashimi afficionado's paradise. One of the best local restaurants to enjoy the freshest catch..
7 Food Oki Sannana Sherilyn Siy What is comfort food like in the Oki Islands? The freshest seafood you can get, which includes the prized turban shell, known ..
8 Food Okigyu Sherilyn Siy Beautifully marbled beef richer than its commercial counterparts in monosaturated fats, omega-3, and omega-6 fatty acids and lower..
Culture Enjoying the Adachi Museum of Art Kim The Adachi Museum of Art is in Yasugi, Shimane Prefecture. The museum displays a wide range of ceramics and paintings, but is best..