Light and Prayer at Gessho-ji Temple
Annual Mandoue ceremony offers prayers for peace during Obon season — 15th August 2025, Matsue, Shimane,Japan MATSUE — On the final day of Japan’s…
Auspicious Sagicho Parade Returns in Full Glory to Etomo and Koura Fishing Hamlets
Kashima – Making a full-scale comeback for the first time in five years, the annual Sagicho parade in the Etomo and Koura fishing hamlets of…
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Welcoming 2025: Shimane’s New Year of Tourism Opportunities
Happy New Year! The year 2025 will be a crucial one for Shimane Prefecture’s inbound tourism. While Japan has seen a surge in inbound tourism,…
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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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The Divine Province of Izumo: Morotabune Ritual in Mihonoseki and Ancient Legends
Mihonoseki ― Since the beginning, Shinto rituals have been in the Izumo region, the eastern part of Shimane Prefecture. These sacred practices are the essence…
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Matsue Special-Needs School’s Matsuyo Matsuri Festival – Fostering Student Growth and Community Connections
Matsue—The Matsuyo Matsuri Festival took place on November 1st at Matsue Special-Needs School. It brought together students, parents, teachers, staff, and local residents for an event…
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Rebirth of Yokota’s Abandoned Temple Gate by Dutch Sculptor Jikke van Loon and Collaborators
An artist from the Netherlands is collaborating with local residents and fellow artists to rebuild the gate of an abandoned temple in a remote part…
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The Descent of Kami: Reviving Tradition at Sada Shrine’s Oimi-san Festival
Kashima ― Sada Shrine has been hosting the annual Oimi-san Festival from November 21 to 25, steeped in tradition and reverence. The shrine, dedicated to…
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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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