Laura Payne
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Utsubuki Park
Travel off the beaten path and experience one of Japan’s top 100 cherry blossom viewing spots.
Kyusho Park (Tottori Castle Ruins)
Admire cherry blossoms and avoid large crowds in a park featuring castle ruins, a history museum and a mansion from the 1900s.
- Destination Shimane
- Speciality Traditional
Tsuwano Yabusame Festival
Watch traditional mounted archery held on a course lined with cherry blossom trees.
- Destination Shimane
- Speciality Traditional
Musha Gyoretsu Warrior Parade
Celebrate the founding of Shimane Prefecture’s capital city by watching samurai parade through the streets against a backdrop of cherry blossoms.
- Destination Tottori
- Speciality Arts & Entertainment
Yonago Waterbird Sanctuary
A natural habitat for over 100 species of wild birds both resident and migratory.
Sunrise Express
Discover rural destinations with Japan’s last regularly-operating sleeper train.
Fujimi Panorama Resort
Take a day trip from Tokyo to indulge in skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking and more.
Daisen White Resort
Ski or snowboard one of Japan’s tallest mountains while enjoying ocean views.
- Destination Shimane
- Speciality Traditional
Tamatsukuri Onsen
One of the oldest hot springs in Japan, and famous for waters that promote beautiful skin.
Tachikue Gorge (Tachikuekyo)
A hidden gem near the second biggest city in Shimane Prefecture
- Destination Shimane
- Speciality Traditional
Ichibata Yakushi
Founded over 1,000 years ago, Ichibata Yakushi is one of the most famous Buddhist temples in Shimane Prefecture. It’s a pilgrimage site and a popular autumn leaf viewing destination among other claims...