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Sandankyo Family River Exploration – Nature Learning Adventure

Sandankyo Gorge River Trek – Just 80 Minutes from Hiroshima

￥20,000
per adult
Sandankyo Gorge River Trek – Just 80 Minutes from Hiroshima
Izumo: Walking the Sacred Grounds of Izumo Taisha

Izumo: Walking the Sacred Grounds of Izumo Taisha

￥29,000
per adult
Izumo: Walking the Sacred Grounds of Izumo Taisha
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Izumo Taisha

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You can learn about the history of Izumo with a trip to Izumo Taisha. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
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Matsue Shinjiko Onsen

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Matsue Shinjiko Onsen. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Shinji or Shijimikan Museum.

Shiomi Nawate

If you're spending some time in Shiomi Nawate, Shimane University Old Okudani Lodging and Matsue Castle are top sights worth seeing.

Popular day trips from Shimane Prefecture

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Izumo

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Yonago

A traditional wooden building with a steeply pitched roof, surrounded by a paved area and cherry blossoms.

Masuda

A traditional Japanese torii gate in a serene lakeside setting with lush greenery and mountains in the background.

Hatsukaichi

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Matsue

A historic building with a large, rusted Ferris wheel structure atop it.

Hiroshima

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Yamaguchi

A cable-stayed bridge, a coastal road, and a harbor with boats.

Hamada

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