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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 Shinjiko Ohashi Bridge or Lake Shinji.

Popular day trips from Shimane Prefecture

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Izumo

Japanischen Garten in Sakaiminato, Japan

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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