In the heart of Matsue, a former barista now running a guesthouse is redefining hospitality. By blending tradition, coffee, and a community spirit, Yohaku isn’t…
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Ancient hot spring Tamatsukuri Onsen welcomes visitors with sake, sakura
Tamatsukuri Onsen has been welcoming visitors for its annual cherry blossom (Sakura) festival, held from 22nd March to 6th April, as part of wider efforts…
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How Matsue Celebrates St Patrick’s Day with Irish Traditions and Its Lafcadio Hearn Legacy
Matsue — If you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate Irish culture in Japan, Matsue offers a truly memorable experience. Often called The Chief City…
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Journey of Myth and Iron-making: Discovering Another Japan in the Chūgoku Mountains
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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Autumn Cycling Adventure through Daisen’s Hidden Beauty (Tottori Special)
Why not take a cycling adventure through the breathtaking beauty of Mt. Daisen? Feel the crisp autumn air, immerse yourself in the stunning mountain views,…
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Matsue celebrates centuries-old Dogyoretsu Festival, welcoming visitors worldwide
Matsue, the capital of Shimane Prefecture, hosted the Dogyoretsu festival on 20th October, attracting visitors from near and far. This Shinto-based event, rooted in over…
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Little Mardi Gras Matsue celebrates 30 years of friendship with New Orleans
Matsue － On 13 October, a music festival was held in Matsue City to celebrate the city’s friendship with the US city of New Orleans.…
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Lanterns Light the Way – Matsue’s Autumn Spectacle Suitouro 2024
Matsue － Around 1,000 lanterns have been placed around Matsue Castle and its grounds for the Matsue Suitouro 2024, signalling the arrival of autumn in…
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Journey into timelessness with allure of Okuizumo area
Okuizumo area ― The prominent 19th-century British writer Isabella Bird visited East Japan and wrote Unbeaten Tracks in Japan. Had she explored West Japan, she…
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Night of peaceful prayers at Matsue’s Floating Lanterns Event
MATSUE ― The floating lanterns event, part of the Bon Festival, was held on 16th August, the final day of Obon in 2024, on the…
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