Locally known as a popular hiking spot, this designated national scenic spot is great for chilling out or having a leisurely picnic. It's found on the east side of Dogojima along the Jodogaura Coast with its contrasting reefs and clear blue ocean shore that stretches on for over a kilometer. In Japanese, "Jodo" means "Pure land in Buddhism".
Japanese Zen Buddhist monk Ikkyu Sojun once visited this place, and praised it to be the Land of Pure and Happiness. Ancient pines on this island have endured the moist ocean wind and flourished over the years, creating a beautiful landscape worthy of a painting. The scenery here has also inspired postal stamp designs, spreading its fame nationwide. This spot is also a marine park, with many scuba divers frequenting its waters.
Located east of the foot of Mt. Omachiji, this interestingly named tree is estimated to be about 800 years old. The locals hold festivals in honor of this sacre
Literally translated to "Sazae Village", this restaurant specializes in all dishes related to sazae. Sazae is a type of sea snail that is used as a local delica
Serving various dishes that include sazae, a type of sea snail, this restaurant is known for its reasonable prices and homely atmosphere. It’s found on the road
The Shirashima Observation Deck is a favorite among locals for its scenic view of the land and sea. It is often said that the contrast between the sky and sea i
Located just two minutes from Saigo-ko Port, this hotel boasts a scenic view of the ocean from the lobby and guest rooms.
This restaurant is famous for their roasted rice ball tea-soup. Based on a traditional Japanese dish called ochazuke, this simple Japanese dish is made by pouri
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Mihokan offers accommodation in Mihonoseki, 26 km from Matsue. Every room at this ryokan is air conditioned and fe
Counting an almost 200-year history, Fukumakan features Japanese-style rooms and freestanding cottages, some overlooking Miho Bay. Bicycle rentals are available
Featuring free WiFi and a hot spring bath, Onyado Nono offers accommodation in Sakaiminato. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is ava
Higashi-Noshiro Station is the first station of the Gono Line, a popular local line running close to the shore of the Sea of Japan, which connects Akita and Aom
Tennoji refers to the area which hosts Tennoji Station and Tennoji Park at its center. It harbors Osaka-kanjo Line, Hanwa Line, Kaisai Main Line, Kintetsu Minam
Hakkei no Ike, the first of twelve lakes that makes up Juniko, has a guest-house and a boat rental shop on its shore.
Filled with good quality bracken water and with a shore of 105km, this lake is enclosed by the Shimane Penninsula and Yumigahama Penninsula. The lake connects L
The Statue of Maidens, located on the shore of Lake Towada, is a bronze statue by Kotaro Takamura.