Culture Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony 2026 JJ Walsh A time to respect those who lost their lives and hope for a peaceful, war-free future for the world. August 6th is a signific...
Culture The Shape of the Sword Kenji Chida A quick look at the history of the shape of the Japanese sword
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...
Food Asian Beer Garden in Fukuyama Gerard Spalding Fukuyama's Asian beer garden is great when summer rolls around, rooftops suddenly become a very exciting place to be.That’s b...
Culture The Secrets of the Japanese Sword Kenji Chida The Osafune Sword Museum is a magnet for sword enthusiasts. This a breakdown of the sword making process.
10 Activities A Day in Niimi City Judith Mikami Driving around Niimi City will surprise you with the pure beauty of nature and the beauty of man-made structures. A northern ...
Culture Sasago Beach, a Shimane Secret Judith Mikami You have to drive over a weirdly tall bridge and wind down this narrow road, straight in front you will see a pristine beach ...
Shopping Kojima Fiber Festival Junichi Okazaki Kojima Fiber Festival is held two times a year in spring and fall. Highlighting the best of the jean makers products. A gre...
Culture Hinomisaki Lighthouse in Izumo Adam Hacker The Hinomisaki Lighthouse in Izumo is one of the more unique spots in all of Shimane. This massive white structure towers in ...
