Kami visit Sada Shrine in Kamiari Month
The venerable Shinto Shrine ‘Sada Shrine’ in the Izumo Province welcomes many gods as well as human visitors in late November Kashima – The…
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Kumano Grand Shrine’s unique “Kamedayuu” Shinto ceremony
Yakumo ー On October 15th, a unique Shinto ritual was held at Kumano Grand Shrine, a renowned shrine in Shimane Prefecture. Kumano Grand Shrine is…
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Tamatsukuri tries to attract wealthy foreign tourists
Tamatsukuri Onsen, a district nestled within Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, struggling to attract affluent foreign tourists, is undertaking its new strategy for inbound business Tamatsukuri…
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“Do Gyo Retsu” Parade captivates sightseers
Matsue – On October 15th, Matsue celebrated its cultural heritage with the “Do Gyo Retsu” grand drum parade. This annual festival, dating back to the Taisho…
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Tamatsukuri doctor tries wellness tourism
Tamatsukuri Onsen ー A progressive young doctor is trying to expedite the use of Kampo medicine and spa therapies in Tamatsukuri, part of the capital…
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Matsue Suitourou Festival 2023 attracts many sightseers
A tradition and pride of Japan’s hidden jewel, Matsue Matsue – Matsue has seen its lantern festival, Suitourou 2023, since September 23rd, attracting many a…
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Historical charm of Matsue: Rifle Troops and Samurai reenactment event
Matsue – The Matsue Castle hosts a unique and captivating event that attracts tourists. The Matsue JhoTeppoutai (Matsue Castle’s Rifle Troop) and Matsue Jho Himesama…
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Sakaiminato welcomes Japan’s flagship cruise liner AsukaⅡ
SAKAIMINATO (TOTTORI) – Sakaiminato is a vital maritime gateway nestled in the picturesque San-in region that spans Tottori and Shimane Prefectures. It hosted the grand…
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Japan’s enchanting Suirourou Lantern Festival illuminates Matsue nights
MATSUE – Suirourou, a lantern festival, is set to grace Matsue’s weekends from September 23rd to October 15th, lighting up the evenings from 6 pm…
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Matsue’s shijimi clams unveiled from Lake Shinji and Ohashi River
MATSUE – Shijimi shellfish, a staple of Matsue cuisine, thrive in the brackish waters of Lake Shinji and the Ohashi River. Every morning, fishermen pole…
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