Embark on a journey to explore Japanese mythology, nature worship, and traditional iron-making. Japanese myths are deeply intertwined with over a thousand years of culture…
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Okuizumo area — like many municipalities in Japan — faces significant challenges related to depopulation and vacant houses. To address these issues, the development of…
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Yonago, Tottori – Japanese fish consumption is said to have fallen since the 1990s, according to the Japanese Fisheries Agency, but it may not apply…
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Matsue – Masahiko Nakasumi makes cocktails with an air of calm and assurance. The bartender at the illustrious Isemiya in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture’s most popular…
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Yatsuka（Daikon Island） – Fall coming brought an illusion to a Japanese garden in Matsue. The garden belongs to a part of Yuushien （由志園）on which the…
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Izumo ー In the venerable city of Izumo, renowned for its mythical heritage, lies the illustrious La Chocolaterie NANAIRO. Here, the art of chocolate-making transcends…
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Matsue ― Frank Sinatra mesmerized audiences with his rendition of On the Road to Mandalay. He might have crooned another tune, Go to Warsaw if he…
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Japanse countrysides have its unique banquet. Shimane prefecture also has appetizing cuisines. The famous food in Shimane is Izumo Soba(buckwheat noodles), Corbicula Clams, and Ayu(sweetfish).…
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Matsue – Shimane has a well-reputed coffee shop in Matsue. The shop’s name is Imagine Coffee, named after the music band group Beatles singer John…
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Matsue – Imagine walking into a quaint coffee shop on a misty morning in Matsue. The rich aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans fills the…
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