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Mihonoseki celebrates Morotabune Shinji

deities 9 December 2023 1 Comment

Mihonoseki – The solemn atmosphere covered Mihonoseki Fishing Hamlet (now a major tourist site in Shimane) on December 3rd because of its venerable traditional Shinto…

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Kumano Grand Shrine’s unique “Kamedayuu” Shinto ceremony

deities 23 October 2023 1 Comment

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

deities 19 October 2023 No Comments

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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Dogyoretsu parade captivates sightseers

deities 19 October 2023 1 Comment

Matsue – On October 15th, Matsue celebrated its cultural heritage with the Dogyoretstu grand drum parade. This annual festival, dating back to the Taisho Period,…

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Matsue Suitouro Lanterns Festival 2023 attracts many sightseers

deities 24 September 2023 1 Comment

A tradition and pride of Japan’s hidden jewel, Matsue Matsue—Since September 23rd, Matsue has seen its lantern festival, the Suitouro 2023, attract many sightseers. Suitourou…

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Historical charm of Matsue: Rifle Troops and Samurai reenactment event

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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

deities 18 September 2023 No Comments

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

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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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Luminous serenity: Matsue’s floating lanterns illuminate Bon festival’s spiritual connection

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MATSUE – The floating lanterns event, a part of the Bon Festival, was held on August 16th on the Ohashi River in Matsue. This river…

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Matsue’s Iconic “Suigo-Sai” Festival returns in full splendor

deities 6 August 2023 No Comments

Matsue – The much-awaited and celebrated “Suigo-Sai,” a summertime extravaganza, has once again graced the cityscape. Drawing its name from the amalgamation of “Suigo,” signifying…

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