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Explore the best of Shimane Prefecture with this countdown of its top 10 tourist attractions, from ancient shrines and beautiful gardens to stunning coastlines and historical sites.

10 places

1
Kuniga Bay
Scenic spot · Nishinoshima
4.7Closed
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A scenic bay known for its dramatic coastal cliffs and rock formations, offering stunning views of the Sea of Japan. It's a popular spot for nature lovers and photographers.
Kuniga Coast, Mita, Nishinoshima, Oki District, Shimane 684-0303, Japan
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Matsue Vogel Park
Theme park · Matsue
4.4 (361)Closed · opens Monday 9 AM
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A large bird park and flower garden featuring a wide variety of birds, including owls and penguins, as well as beautiful floral displays in greenhouses.
Matsue Vogel Park, 52 Ogakicho, Matsue, Shimane 690-0263, Japan
3
Shinji Lake
Lake
4.4
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The seventh-largest lake in Japan, famous for its beautiful sunsets and the small Yomegashima Island with a shrine. It's a popular spot for scenic views and local seafood.
Lake Shinji, Shimane, Japan
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Izumo Hinomisaki Lighthouse
Tourist attraction · Izumo
4.4Closed · opens Monday 9 AM
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Japan's tallest stone lighthouse, offering panoramic views of the Sea of Japan and the surrounding coastline. Visitors can climb to the top for breathtaking vistas.
Izumo Hinomisaki Lighthouse, 1478 Taishacho Hinomisaki, Izumo, Shimane 699-0763, Japan
5
Inasa Beach
Scenic spot · Izumo
4.5 (169)Closed
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A sacred beach near Izumo Grand Shrine, known for its picturesque rock formations, including Bentenjima Island with a small torii gate. It's a significant site for Shinto mythology.
Inasa Beach, Taishacho Kizukikita, Izumo, Shimane 699-0702, Japan
6
Yaegaki Shrine
Shinto shrine · Matsue
4.4 (3,730)Closed · opens Tuesday 9 AM
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A shrine dedicated to matchmaking and marital harmony, famous for its 'mirror pond' where visitors can float paper fortunes to predict their romantic future.
Yaegaki Shrine, 227 Sakusacho, Matsue, Shimane 690-0035, Japan
7
Yuushien Garden
Garden · Matsue
4.3 (39)Closed · opens Monday 9:30 AM
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A traditional Japanese garden renowned for its beautiful peony flowers, especially during spring, and its meticulously maintained landscape with ponds, waterfalls, and seasonal foliage.
Yuushien, 1260-2 Yatsukacho Hanyu, Matsue, Shimane 690-1404, Japan
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Matsue Castle
Castle · Matsue
4.4 (1,768)Closed · opens Monday 8:30 AM
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One of Japan's few remaining original castles, known for its distinctive black exterior and well-preserved structure. Visitors can explore its interior and enjoy views from the top.
Matsue Castle, 1-5 Tonomachi, Matsue, Shimane 690-0887, Japan
9
Adachi Museum of Art
Art museum · Yasugi
4.5 (121)Closed · opens tomorrow 9 AM
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A museum famous for its collection of modern Japanese art and its six stunning Japanese gardens, which are considered among the best in Japan. The gardens are designed to be viewed as living works of art.
Adachi Museum of Art, 320 Furukawacho, Yasugi, Shimane 692-0064, Japan
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Izumo Grand Shrine
Shinto shrine · Izumo
4.6 (33,583)Closed · opens Monday 6:30 AM
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One of Japan's oldest and most important Shinto shrines, dedicated to the deity of marriage and good fortune. It features massive torii gates and a distinctive architectural style.
Izumo Taisha, 195 Taishacho Kizukihigashi, Izumo, Shimane 699-0701, Japan