Shimane Prefecture

Japan

A serene Japanese garden with a pond, neatly trimmed bushes, and a backdrop of lush hills.
A serene garden with a pond, rocks, and traditional Japanese architecture in the background.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by a paved area and trees.
A tranquil lake at sunset with a small island featuring a gazebo and a torii gate.
A traditional Japanese building with a curved roof, wooden pillars, and hanging lanterns.

Popular cities in Shimane Prefecture

A serene garden with a pond, rocks, and traditional Japanese architecture in the background.
Matsue
Known for Historical, Castle and Temples
Get away to Matsue! Enjoy the history, temples, and festivals.

Reasons to visit

  • Mihokan Onsen
  • Ushio Onsen
  • Yunokawa Onsen
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A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by a paved area and trees.
Izumo
Known for Temples, Monuments and Natural parks
Explore quaint Izumo: its temples, monuments, parks, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Hatago Oda Onsen
  • Izumo Taisha
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A snow-covered landscape with a river, buildings, and mountains.
Tsuwano
Known for Temples, Sunny and Festivals
Get away to Tsuwano! Enjoy the temples, sunny weather, and festivals.

Reasons to visit

  • Hikimikyo Onsen
  • Mukaichi Onsen
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A cable-stayed bridge, a coastal road, and a harbor with boats.
Hamada
Known for Surfing, Aquariums and Culture
Explore Hamada: its surfing, aquarium, adventures, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Aquas Aquarium
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A traditional wooden building with a steeply pitched roof, surrounded by a paved area and cherry blossoms.
Masuda
Known for Temples, Small town and Castle
Get away to quaint Masuda! Enjoy the temples, castle, and beaches.
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Unnan
Unnan
Known for Wineries, Nature and Natural parks
Unnan awaits: its wineries, natural setting, and more!
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