Activities Meet the Locals on the Volcanic Daikonjima Bryan Baier Daikonjima Island is located in the middle of Lake Nakaumi between Matsue City in Shimane Prefecture and Sakai-Minato City in...
Activities The Oki Islands Lisa Wallin The Oki Islands is a group of over 180 islands located in the Sea of Japan off the coast of Shimane Prefecture. Known for its...
Activities Mt. Asari-Fuji in Gotsu Neal Dang Making the most out of a less-traveled area of Shimane Prefecture with a view over sea cliffs, local specialties at cafes, an...
Activities Waterfalls of Tsuwano Denes Perlaky The waterfalls of Tsuwano are known for its high cliffs and crystal clear water. These scenic spots were often visited by dom...
Activities Matsue Umbrella Sky 2021 Kim The Matsue Umbrella Sky event sees 216 umbrellas decorate the terrace of the Karakoro Art Studio.
Activities Iwami Seaside Resort JJ Walsh Get together with friends and family at this great beach for summer fun along the Shimane coast in Hamada at the Iwami Seasi...
Activities Takuhi Shrine Rory Jackson On Nishinoshima's highest mountain, Mt Takuhi, sits the island's oldest shrine, the Takuhi-Jinja. It's a 15 minute walk up th...
Activities Iwami Ginzan Silver Mines Bryan Baier Historically significant silver mines, a Living Japanese history lesson, and a great way to beat the the summer heat, and a s...
Activities Bull Sumo in Oki Rory Jackson The bulls clash, grunting in exertion as sweat drips down their glossy black coats. The handlers dance deftly around their bu...
Activities Aquas Aquarium JJ Walsh Aquas is a great aquarium- local fish in spectacular tanks, seal and beluga shows and a fun adventure playground next door, w...