3 Day Trip to Traditional Japan in the Heart of the San'in Region

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Explore Japan's San'in region over three days, visiting ancient shrines, stunning gardens, historic castles, and majestic mountains, all while experiencing a different, traditional side of Japan.

3 days · 11 places · 3 experiences

Day 1 · 5 places · Shimane Prefecture, Japan

Day 1: Izumo Grand Shrine & Coastal Drive

“On Day 1, we'll visit the famous Izumo Grand Shrine, take a scenic drive along the coastline to Cape Hinomisaki and Hinomisaki Lighthouse, stop at Inasa Beach, and end the day in Tamatsukuri Onsen town with a meal and a bath.”

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Izumo Grand Shrine
Shinto shrine · Izumo
4.6 (33,583)Closed · opens Monday 6:30 AM
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Often considered the oldest and certainly one of Japan's most important shrines, Izumo Taisha has deep ties with Japan’s creation mythology. It's a revered site for those interested in traditional Japanese culture and history.
Izumo Taisha, 195 Taishacho Kizukihigashi, Izumo, Shimane 699-0701, Japan
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Cape Hinomisaki
Scenic spot · Izumo
4.5Closed
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Known for its beautiful views of the ocean, this cape offers stunning coastal scenery. It's a great spot to take in the natural beauty of the San'in region.
Cape Hinomisaki, 598 Taishacho Hinomisaki, Izumo, Shimane 699-0763, Japan
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Hinomisaki Lighthouse
Tourist attraction · Izumo
4.4Closed · opens Monday 9 AM
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A really tall lighthouse located at Cape Hinomisaki, offering stunning panoramic views from its top.
Izumo Hinomisaki Lighthouse, 1478 Taishacho Hinomisaki, Izumo, Shimane 699-0763, Japan
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Inasa Beach
Scenic spot · Izumo
4.5 (168)Closed
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A scenic beach located along the coastline, perfect for a stop on your drive back from Cape Hinomisaki.
Inasa Beach, Taishacho Kizukikita, Izumo, Shimane 699-0702, Japan
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Tamatsukuri Onsen
onsen-town · Matsue
Tamatsukuri Onsen is an onsen hot spring located in Tamayu, Shimane Prefecture. The closest large city to the onsen is Matsue, which can be accessed by car, bus, or rail.
Tamatsukuri Onsen, Tamayucho Tamatsukuri, Matsue, Shimane 699-0201, Japan

Day 2 · 3 places · Shimane Prefecture, Japan

Day 2: Gardens, Fortune, and a Castle

“On Day 2, we'll start bright and early with a visit to Yaegaki Shrine, head on to Adachi Art Museum and its beautiful landscape garden, and come afternoon, explore the historic Matsue Castle.”

Experience · 1 place
Fortune-telling at Mirror Pond
At Yaegaki Shrine, head to the special Mirror Pond out back. Here, you can participate in an interesting custom: place a coin on a piece of paper and lay it on the pond's surface. The time it takes for the coin and paper to sink signifies how long it will take for you to find your soulmate. It's a unique and fun way to engage with local traditions.
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Yaegaki Shrine
Shinto shrine · Matsue
4.4 (3,730)Closed · opens Tuesday 9 AM
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A shrine known for its special Mirror Pond, where visitors can participate in a unique fortune-telling custom related to finding one's soulmate.
Yaegaki Shrine, 227 Sakusacho, Matsue, Shimane 690-0035, Japan
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Adachi Museum of Art
Art museum · Yasugi
4.5 (121)Closed · opens tomorrow 9 AM
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Established in 1980, this complex is a fusion of Japanese garden design and art, best known for its award-winning garden which can be enjoyed all year round. It's a beautiful place to experience traditional Japanese aesthetics.
Adachi Museum of Art, 320 Furukawacho, Yasugi, Shimane 692-0064, Japan
Experience · 1 place
Moat boat tour around Matsue Castle
One of the best ways to explore Matsue Castle is by taking a boat tour in its moat. This offers a unique perspective of the historic castle, allowing you to see its impressive architecture from the water, just as it would have been viewed in feudal times.
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Matsue Castle
Castle · Matsue
4.4 (1,768)Closed · opens Monday 8:30 AM
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One of only twelve castles in Japan whose main keep has survived since the feudal era. It's a historic landmark that offers a glimpse into Japan's feudal past.
Matsue Castle, 1-5 Tonomachi, Matsue, Shimane 690-0887, Japan

Day 3 · 3 places · Tottori Prefecture, Japan

Day 3: Buddhist Experiences & Mount Daisen

“Our third and final day will see us drive to Yasugi Kiyomizu Temple for some traditional Buddhist experiences, before continuing on to snow-capped Mount Daisen and Daisenji Temple.”

Experience · 1 place
Buddhist experiences with a monk
At Yasugi Kiyomizu Temple, a hillside Buddhist temple, you have the chance to participate in traditional Buddhist experiences. These can include sutra copying and meditation, all guided by a Buddhist monk. It's a profound opportunity to engage with Buddhist practices and find inner peace.
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Yasugi Kiyomizu Temple
Buddhist temple · Yasugi
4.3 (778)Open · until 4:30 PM
Zuikozan Kiyomizudera Temple, 528 Kiyomizucho, Yasugi, Shimane 692-0033, Japan
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Mount Daisen
Mountain peak · Daisen
4.7
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The tallest mountain in the entire Chugoku Region, offering trailheads for hiking to its summit. It's a prominent natural landmark and a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts.
Daisen, Saihaku District, Tottori 689-3318, Japan
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Daisenji Temple
Buddhist temple · Daisen
4.2 (1,427)Closed
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The main temple on Mount Daisen, located on the mountainside. From here, visitors can join the trailhead to hike to the summit of the mountain.
Daisenji Temple, 9 Daisen, Saihaku District, Tottori 689-3318, Japan

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