Shimane Prefecture offers discounted bus tickets for foreign tourists during Kansai Expo 2025
Having taken advantage of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, Shimane Prefecture is pleased to announce a special discount on bus fares for foreign tourists. Visitors can now…
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Matsue Community Event: Enjoy History, Culture, and Scenic Beauty
Matsue Junior Chamber Inc. will host a special event in the beautiful surroundings of Matsue, which is famous for its stunning castle and lush natural…
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Event Announcement: Tama Stage at Tamatsukuri Onsen
Tamatsukuri Onsen, the historic spa town, is excited to announce its beloved summer tradition, Tama Stage. This remarkable event will run for 43 consecutive days,…
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Matsue Suigo-Sai Fireworks Festival scheduled on August 3rd and 4th
Mark the dates for the exciting Suigo-Sai Fireworks Festival, which will light up the night skies on 3rd and 4th August. Known as the best…
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Fountain of beauty from Tamatsukuri Onsen
Discover the secret to timeless beauty at Hime Labo: Where ancient traditions meet modern skincare In the heart of Tamatsukuri Onsen, a place famed for…
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Discover the Rustic Charm of Okuizumo with TAVIKALA Tours
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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WOTZ2024 in Matsue City: The International Symposium on Woody Ornamentals of the Temperate Zone
Matsue City is hosting the 5th International Symposium on Woody Ornamentals of the Temperate Zone (WOTZ2024). This symposium is crucial for botanists and seed and…
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Aofushigaki Shinji : Mihonoseki’s esoteric Shinto rite mesmerises sightseers
On April 7th, a mystic Shinto rite took place at Mihonoseki, a small fishing hamlet in the eastern part of the Shimane peninsula, sandwiched between…
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Matsue’s lord reenters into his castle
While Japan’s iconic cherry blossoms were in full bloom, one of Matsue’s most significant events, Matsue Musha Gyoretsu, or the Matsue Samurai Parade, was held…
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Matsue Castle Festival heralds arrival of spring
The Matsue Castle Festival runs from March 27th to April 10th, drawing visitors despite the cherry blossoms not being fully bloomed. Sightseers enjoy the castle’s…
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