Shimane and Tottori prefectures together form an obtuse angle along Japan's San'in coast. Myths that are inextricably woven into the birth of Japanese culture; castle towns that date from the Edo Period; an inland sea and Lake Shinji; Mount Daisen, the Fuji-san of Western JapanÅcthis area, with a mysterious appeal impossible to find in places with large cities, has it all. And getting around is easy. Go north from Yonago through Yumigahama to Sakaiminato using the train, then take a 30-minute bus ride to Matsue.


from Izumo Airport
Izumo : About 25 min. by a connected bus
Matsue : About 25 min. by a connected bus

from Yonago Airport
Yonago : About 25 min. by a connected bus
Mt.Disen : About 25 min. to JR Yonago station by a connected bus. 45 min from JR Yonago station a local bus on regular route
Matsue city

The castle town of the Duke of Humai has the beautiful views of Hori River and streets.
The castle town that Yakumo Koizumi loved
Hori River and old streets surrounding the Matsue Castle
You can enjoy Lake Shinji sunset.

This town has flourished as a castle town in the Edo period. Harusato matsudaira, the famous clan lord called "the Duke of Humai" have set the tea ceremony culture solidly in Matsue. Along the Hori River surrounding the Matsue Castle, there remain the old samurai residences in Shiomi-nawate. Yakumo Koizumi lived in one district of residences. "Hori River Tour" which allows you to enjoy the views from the Hori River on the pleasure boat is very popular. The sunset seen from the Lake Shinji is very beautiful. There are Matsue Vogel Park and Louis C. Tiffani Garden Museum on the lakeside.

 Izumo city

Original place of Japanese ancient myths
God of marriage "Izumo Shrine" and Hinomisaki where the lighthouse made of white stones stands
Tour Izumo, the original place of myths

This town is the original place of myths and the center of ancient Izumo region. The Izumo Shrine that enshrined Okuninushino-mikoto and the locations for myth stories such as "Kunibiki myth" are scattered. In Hinosaki located in the westernmost point of Shimane Peninsula, the reef extends and the white Hinosaki Lighthouse stands. In the mountain area, there are Tachikue Canyon that is famous for curious rocks along the mountain stream and beautiful autumn leaves, and hot springs. You should visit the "Izumo Culture Tradition Museum" which consisted of the landowner's residence dismantled and reconstructed.
Daisen kingdom

Let's play on the foot of Mt. Daisen
Originally the Mt. Daisen was famous for the place of practitioners of Shugen-do.
Now it changed to the resort area richly endowed with nature where you can enjoy in all seasons.

The "Daisen Kingdom" is an association in which local cities and towns on the foot of Mt. Daisen participate. Mt. Daisen is also called "Houki Fuji". Its shape greatly changes depending on angles. The Daisen Temple, which leaves trace of mountain worship, is located on its hillside where many people enjoy climbing or skiing. On its foot, the hotels, pensions, golf courses and ranches are scattered. The Yumigahama beach is spread on the Japan Sea side. There are Sakai Port which has the most landing of fish in Japan and Kaike hot spring.