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    Samurai Residence
    Shimane

    Samurai Residence

    A restored mid-ranking samurai residence from the Edo period located near Matsue Castle. You can see how samurai lived, with displays of sword racks and formal gardens. The surrounding street remains historically preserved with black-plastered walls and ancient pines. It is a must-visit for history fans wanting to understand the samurai spirit and disciplined lifestyle.

    • Shimane
    • Sightseeing
    • Spring
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    Izumo Taisha
    Shimane

    Izumo Taisha

    One of Japan's most sacred sites, famous for the deity of "En-musubi" (matching of fates). It attracts visitors from around the world seeking good relationships. The massive "Shime-nawa" rope at the Kagura-den hall is a breathtaking sight. Walking the pine-lined approach in the sacred air allows you to feel the profound history and spirituality of Japan firsthand.

    • Shimane
    • Sightseeing
    • Spring
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    • Autumn
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    Gessho-ji Temple
    Shimane

    Gessho-ji Temple

    A peaceful temple serving as the family temple of the Matsue Matsudaira clan. Its silent grounds house ornate mausoleums and a famous giant stone turtle, said to come alive at night. In early summer, the temple is filled with hydrangeas, earning it the name "Hydrangea Temple of San'in." You can also enjoy matcha in a tea room while viewing the beautiful garden.

    • Shimane
    • Sightseeing
    • Spring
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    Motomiya Shrine
    Shimane

    Motomiya Shrine

    A shrine enveloped in a mystical atmosphere deep in the forests of Oki-no-shima Town. Its most significant feature is the landscape integrated with century-old giant trees rising behind the main hall. Walking along the approach, you can feel the energy of nature from moss-covered rocks and trees, realizing that this is a place where Japan's myriad gods dwell. Unlike touristy famous shrines, its silence and sacredness are ideal for travelers seeking a meditative time. It is one of the best power spots in Oki to experience Japan's original form of faith.

    • Shimane
    • Sightseeing
    • Spring
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    Sanbe Jomon Forest Museum
    Shimane

    Sanbe Jomon Forest Museum

    An amazing facility where a giant forest buried by a volcanic eruption about 4,000 years ago is exhibited in its original form. The huge cedar trees designated as a National Natural Monument transport visitors back to the world of thousands of years ago. This mystical time capsule is a globally valuable heritage where you can feel the pulse of the Earth firsthand. It is a spiritual nature spot that should be visited by everyone who wants to be moved by the drama of great nature and natural history.

    • Shimane
    • Sightseeing
    • Spring
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    Nima Sand Museum
    Shimane

    Nima Sand Museum

    A sand museum known for having the world's largest hourglass, the "One-Year Clock." This magnificent scale hourglass, with one ton of sand slowly falling over a year, allows you to luxuriously feel the passage of time. The building itself is very stylish, with six glass pyramids inspired by the Giza Pyramids. Inside, there are sand art exhibitions and a corner to experience "Singing Sand," satisfying intellectual curiosity. This quiet space where you can reconfirm the importance of time is sure to be a memorable experience for families and couples.

    • Shimane
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    • Spring
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    Enishizuku Umbrella Sky
    Shimane

    Enishizuku Umbrella Sky

    A photogenic event held in the central area of Matsue City around Karakoro Square during the rainy season. Matsue is known as a city where "rain brings connections (En)." The colorful "Umbrella Sky" filling the sky creates a beauty that is perfect for social media. Walking under the colorful umbrellas while listening to the sound of rain will turn a gloomy rainy day into a special memory. It's a modern popular spot where you can enjoy Matsue's unique heartwarming scenery and "rainy emotions."

    • Shimane
    • Sightseeing
    • Activities
    • Summer
    Shimane Prefecture
    Shimane

    Shimane Prefecture

    Located in western Japan, Shimane Prefecture is truly a "mystical land" where deep history from the age of mythology coexists with superb views created by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan. You can experience multi-layered Japanese culture at Izumo Taisha, one of Japan's oldest shrines; the World Heritage site Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine; and the beautiful castle town of Matsue, the "City of Water." For travelers who want to touch the roots of Japanese spirituality and rich nature away from the bustle of the city, it is a special place that should be visited at least once in...

    • Shimane
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    Narugashima Island
    Hyogo

    Narugashima Island

    A slender island about 2.5 km long floating as if snuggling up to the east coast of Awaji Island, also called "Awaji Island's Amanohashidate" for its beauty. The entire island is part of a national park and is a treasure trove of coastal plants and wild birds. From the hill in the center, you can overlook the mysterious landscape where the calm inner sea and the powerful outer sea meet across a thin strip of land. The coastline with untouched nature is beautiful, making it a sacred place for travelers who want to enjoy walking and bird watching away from...

    • Hyogo
    • Nature
    • Spring
    • Summer
    • Autumn
    • Winter
    Akashi Municipal Planetarium
    Hyogo

    Akashi Municipal Planetarium

    A museum themed on "time," built right above the "135 degrees East Longitude Japan Standard Time Meridian," which serves as the basis for Japan's standard time. From the iconic large clock tower, a superb view of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and Awaji Island spreads out. The greatest attraction here is the manual planetarium, which boasts the oldest operating period in Japan. Watching the starry sky while listening to the live commentary full of vitality gives a romance beyond science. As a symbol of Akashi, the "City of Time," it is a popular spot that stimulates intellectual curiosity, where you can...

    • Hyogo
    • Sightseeing
    • Spring
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    Akashi Park
    Hyogo

    Akashi Park

    A vast historical park centered on the Akashi Castle ruins, spreading right in front of Akashi Station. The two existing three-story turrets (Important Cultural Properties) of Akashi Castle, built in 1619, and the magnificent stone walls are overwhelmingly powerful. Having two turrets existing side-by-side is very rare even in Japan, making it a spot of high historical value. The seasonal nature in the park is beautiful, and it is known as one of Hyogo Prefecture's leading cherry blossom spots with about 1,000 trees blooming especially in spring. With large lawn areas and ponds, it is a healing spot with outstanding...

    • Hyogo
    • Sightseeing
    • Activities
    • Nature
    • Spring
    • Summer
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    • Winter
    Amagasaki Castle
    Hyogo

    Amagasaki Castle

    Rebuilt in 2019 through citizen donations, this is a new symbol of Amagasaki. The interior, reproducing an Edo-period fortification with the latest technology, is full of not only historical exhibits but also experiential attractions using VR (Virtual Reality), allowing both children and adults to learn history enjoyably. Samurai experiences holding a sword and corners where you can take commemorative photos wearing costumes of the time are very popular with international tourists. The area around the castle is maintained as a beautiful park, and its illuminated appearance at night is also photogenic. You can enjoy a new style of Japanese castle...

    • Hyogo
    • Sightseeing
    • Spring
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    • Autumn
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    Amagasaki City
    Hyogo

    Amagasaki City

    Located between Osaka and Kobe, this is a vibrant city that once flourished as a "factory town." Recently, through redevelopment, it has transformed into a very energetic city where modern shopping areas and downtown flavor coexist. Especially with the reconstruction of "Amagasaki Castle," its appeal as a historical sightseeing base has increased. In popular shopping streets, you can enjoy cheap and delicious "Osaka/Hyogo gourmet" along with local vitality and interact with friendly residents. With very good transportation access, it is a perfect base for active travelers who want to experience unadorned "real Japanese urban culture."

    • Hyogo
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    • Spring
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    Former Fujimori Family Residence
    Hyogo

    Former Fujimori Family Residence

    A historically precious old private house that conveys the dignity of an Edo-period wealthy farmer's mansion to the present. The space with a heavy thatched roof, a magnificent central pillar, and a well-used hearth reflects the rich rural life of the time as it was. It harmonizes with the surrounding quiet natural scenery, and stepping inside, a calm time flows as if you have slipped back in time several hundred years. Here you can deeply learn about traditional Japanese residential structures and wisdom for coexisting with nature. For old house fans and travelers interested in the roots of Japanese living,...

    • Hyogo
    • Sightseeing
    • Activities
    • Spring
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    Tegarayama Central Park
    Hyogo

    Tegarayama Central Park

    A vast general park in Himeji City that is a place of relaxation for citizens and gathers diverse cultural facilities. Rare tropical plants can be enjoyed at the symbol "Tegarayama Greenhouse Botanical Garden," and the ecology of familiar Satoyama creatures can be learned at "Himeji City Aquarium." Since the entire park is located on a hill, it is also excellent as an observation spot overlooking Himeji Castle and the city. Cherry blossoms in spring and autumn foliage are beautiful, and you can feel the seasonal transitions while walking the paths. There are also unique landscapes utilizing the remains of a...

    • Hyogo
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    • Spring
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    Taiyo Park
    Hyogo

    Taiyo Park

    A unique theme park in Himeji City that reproduces world stone structures and famous sites at actual or elaborate scales. The greatest highlight is "Hakucho-jo" (White Swan Castle) at the top of a mountain, modeled after Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle, where you can enjoy the latest trick art inside. Also, in the "Stone Area" at the base, mysterious monuments from around the world such as the Great Wall, Pyramids, Terracotta Army, and Moai statues are assembled. You can taste the mysterious sensation of taking a world tour while being in Japan. This park, with its overwhelming sense of scale and playfulness,...

    • Hyogo
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    • Spring
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    Japan Toy Museum
    Hyogo

    Japan Toy Museum

    A world-famous private museum in the suburbs of Himeji City, utilizing an old storehouse-style building. About 160,000 toys and dolls collected from all over Japan and 160 countries worldwide are housed, and the vast collection is spectacular. From traditional Japanese "kokeshi" and "temari" to rare folk toys from around the world, humanity's culture and wisdom can be learned through play. There is also a corner where you can actually handle and play with them, a space that both children and adults can get lost in. It is a spot full of intellectual surprises where you can touch Japan's simple aesthetic...

    • Hyogo
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    • Spring
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    Ieshima Island
    Hyogo

    Ieshima Island

    An archipelago consisting of over 40 islands floating off the coast of Himeji. Many active fishermen still live here, and the maze-like alleys, houses lined up on slopes, and fishing boats filling the port tell the story of "life on a Japanese island" as it is. Strolling through the island, you can encounter nostalgic remnants of the Showa era, and the warm hospitality of local people will soothe your heart. Eateries where you can taste freshly caught seafood on the spot are true gastronomic hidden gems. Away from the bustle of the city, enveloped in sea breeze and the sound...

    • Hyogo
    • Sightseeing
    • Spring
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    • Autumn
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    Himeji City
    Hyogo

    Himeji City

    The central city of southwestern Hyogo and a historical sightseeing hub housing the World Heritage "Himeji Castle." The cityscape, which harmonizes modern convenience while protecting the tradition as a castle town, is attractive. Surrounding Himeji Castle, there are the beautiful Japanese garden "Koko-en" and the brick-built "Himeji City Museum of Art," allowing you to fully enjoy history and art at once. Himeji is also a city of gourmet, with local conger eel dishes, sake, and "Himeji Oden" coloring your trip. With excellent access from Kyoto and Osaka, it is an essential tourist city where you can directly experience Japan's traditional...

    • Hyogo
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    Shoshazan Engyo-ji Temple
    Hyogo

    Shoshazan Engyo-ji Temple

    An ancient temple boasting over a thousand years of history, also referred to as the "Hieizan of the West." Located on Mt. Shosha at an altitude of 371 meters, beyond the ropeway climb spreads a sanctuary of silence where solemn temple buildings (hall buildings) stand in line amidst deep forest. Famous as a filming location for the movie "The Last Samurai," its overwhelming presence and historical weight overwhelm visitors from all over the world. Zazen and sutra copying experiences are also possible here. It is one of the most recommended places for authentic travelers seeking a quiet journey to touch...

    • Hyogo
    • Sightseeing
    • Spring
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    • Autumn
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    Takarazuka Grand Theater
    Hyogo

    Takarazuka Grand Theater

    A dedicated theater for the "Takarazuka Revue," a unique world-class performing art composed only of unmarried women that Japan is proud of. The "dream world" woven by gorgeous costumes, grand orchestra performances, and overwhelming dance performances has a magical charm that captivates once seen. Inside the theater, there is also the "Takarazuka Revue Hall of Fame" where you can learn about its history and touch the enthusiasm of fans and the power of art. Along with the elegant atmosphere of the entire town of Takarazuka, it is a hall of emotion and excitement where you can experience the pinnacle of...

    • Hyogo
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    • Spring
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    HELLO KITTY APPLE HOUSE
    Hyogo

    HELLO KITTY APPLE HOUSE

    A giant apple-shaped observatory theater of the world-famous character "Hello Kitty," built along the beautiful coast of Awaji Island. Inside the apple, Hello Kitty's cute worldview spreads out, and you can enjoy the latest projection mapping. From the rooftop observation deck, you can see a panoramic view of the sea and sky, with a surprise of seeing Hello Kitty's giant face. Combined with the adjacent restaurant "HELLO KITTY SMILE," it is a very popular photogenic spot for families and couples where you can enjoy fun character experiences and a sophisticated resort mood at the same time.

    • Hyogo
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    • Spring
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    Awaji Hanasajiki
    Hyogo

    Awaji Hanasajiki

    A vast 15-hectare flower field spreading across hilly terrain at an altitude of about 300 meters. With the blue Seto Inland Sea and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge stretching out before you, the seasonal landscapes colored by canola flowers, poppies, sunflowers, and cosmos give an openness as if you are above the sky. The panorama of endless flowers and sea is a superb view symbolizing "Awaji Island, the Island of Flowers," and is popular as a driving route. Spending time for a slow stroll amidst the overwhelming carpet of colors woven by nature makes everyone who visits feel happy.

    • Hyogo
    • Sightseeing
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    • Nature
    • Spring
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    Nadagogo Sakedokoro
    Hyogo

    Nadagogo Sakedokoro

    A base where you can experience the culture of "Nada-Gogo," known as Japan's top sake district, with all five senses. In a space renovated from a former sake brewery, you can compare and taste famous Nada sake and learn about the delicate differences in taste by region. "Otsumami" snacks utilizing local ingredients that match the sake are also plentiful, making the pairing experience very popular with international tourists. By touching exhibits on brewing history and traditional brewing techniques, you can learn the depth of Japan's world-class SAKE culture. For sake fans, it is truly a heavenly place.

    • Hyogo
    • Food
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