Hamada City is a scenic port city on the Sea of Japan in the Iwami region of western Shimane Prefecture. The city has developed through maritime transportation and fishing since ancient times and is now one of the major centers of the Iwami region. Hamada is bordered by Oda City to the east and Mas...»
Roadside Station Yuhi Park Hamada is located in Harai-cho, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture, along National Route 9's Hamada Bypass. Its elevated location and convenient access make it a popular place to stop during a drive through the San'in region. The facility also serves as a service area for th...»
Roadside Station Yuhi Park Misumi is located along National Route 9 in Orii, Misumi Town, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. Perched on a hill overlooking the Sea of Japan, this distinctive roadside station combines spectacular coastal scenery with colorful art and a variety of facilities for traveler...»
Iwami Tatamigaura is one of the most remarkable scenic sites along the Sea of Japan coast in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. Also known simply as Tatamigaura, the area is famous for its vast expanse of exposed rock that resembles a giant floor covered with traditional Japanese tatami mats. Created...»
Hamada Castle is a historic castle site located in Tonomachi, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. During the Edo period, it served as the political and administrative center of the Hamada Domain for approximately 250 years. Although most of the castle buildings have disappeared, stone walls, earthwork...»
Hamada Children's Museum of Art is a unique cultural facility located on a hilltop in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. Opened in 1996, the museum was founded on the idea that encountering art from an early age helps nurture creativity and sensitivity. With its striking white exterior and elevated l...»
Asahi Onsen is a tranquil hot spring resort in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture, surrounded by the beautiful natural landscapes of the Chugoku Mountains. Known for its exceptionally soft water and gentle warmth, the spring is sometimes described as feeling as gentle on the skin as facial lotion. Far...»
Mimata Onsen is a peaceful hot spring resort nestled in the mountains of Kanagi Town, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. Known for generations as a “beauty hot spring”, it has attracted visitors seeking relaxation and traditional hot spring experiences for around 150 years. Since opening at the end o...»
Shimane AQUAS Aquarium, officially known as the Shimane Prefectural Aquarium, is one of the largest aquariums in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions of Japan. Located on the Sea of Japan coast between Hamada City and Gotsu City in Shimane Prefecture, the aquarium introduces visitors to everything from t...»
Sekishu Washi is a traditional Japanese paper that has been produced for centuries in the Iwami region of western Shimane Prefecture. With a history stretching back approximately 1,300 years, it is one of Japan's best-known traditional papermaking traditions. According to tradition, the famous Nara...»
Sekishu Washi Hall is an interactive cultural facility located in Misumi Town, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. It serves as an important center for preserving and introducing the techniques and culture of Sekishu Washi, a traditional Japanese paper with a history of approximately 1,300 years. The ...»
Akaten is a traditional fish-based specialty made and sold mainly in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. It is a type of fried fish cake, created from the abundant seafood of Hamada, a port town facing the Sea of Japan. Today, Akaten has become one of Shimane’s best-known local foods and is enjoyed far...»
Kokufu Beach is a beautiful sandy beach on the eastern side of Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. It is known for its fine white sand, clear waters, and magnificent views of the Sea of Japan. The beach is part of the Hamada Coast Prefectural Natural Park and is located next to Iwami Tatamigaura, a coa...»
Rikyu Manju is a traditional Japanese confectionery and one of the best-known sweets of Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. It has long been loved by local residents and is so closely associated with the city that people often say, “If you are looking for a souvenir from Hamada, choose Rikyu Manju.” E...»
The Iwami Adachi Museum is a cultural museum located near the border between Hamada and Gotsu cities in Shimane Prefecture. Opened in 1977, the museum houses and displays a wide range of traditional artworks, crafts, folk objects, and historical materials from the Iwami region. Its collection offer...»
The Hamada Local History Museum is a museum in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture, dedicated to preserving and introducing the region's history, culture, and traditional way of life. Opened in July 1984, the museum traces the story of Hamada from ancient times through the feudal period and into the mod...»
Tonoura is a historic port area in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. From the Edo period through the Meiji period, it flourished as a port of call for Kitamaebune merchant ships, traditional Japanese cargo vessels that traveled along the Sea of Japan. Today, Tonoura is recognized as one of the compo...»
The Misumi Ohira Cherry Tree stands quietly in Misumi Town, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. Designated as a National Natural Monument of Japan in 1935, this magnificent tree is regarded as one of the region's most remarkable ancient cherry trees. Its estimated age is approximately 660 years. Havin...»
Hamada City Asahi Furusato History Park is located in Asahi Town, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. Surrounded by a peaceful natural environment, the park offers visitors an opportunity to learn about the history and culture of the local area while experiencing what life was like during Japan's ancie...»
Shimane Prefectural Iwami Seaside Park stretches across the western part of Shimane Prefecture, extending from Hamada City to Gotsu City. Centered around approximately 5.5 kilometers of coastline, this expansive seaside park combines beautiful natural scenery with a wide variety of recreational faci...»
Hashii Tower is a distinctive pedestrian bridge and one of the symbolic landmarks of Shimane Prefectural Iwami Seaside Park. Located along the coast of western Shimane Prefecture, the bridge crosses National Route 9 and provides a safe connection between the park's northern and southern areas, the s...»
Kinta Farm Berryne is a large-scale fruit farm surrounded by the beautiful natural landscape of Kanagi Town, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. The farm offers visitors the chance to pick fresh seasonal fruit with their own hands and enjoy it on the spot, making it a popular destination for families a...»
Kanagi Western Riding Park is a scenic outdoor attraction in Kanagi Town, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture, where visitors can enjoy spending time with horses in a beautiful natural setting. Surrounded by the mountains of the Chugoku region, the spacious grounds offer panoramic views of the surroundi...»
Gotsu City is located in the Iwami region of western Shimane Prefecture, where the Sea of Japan, the Chugoku Mountains, and the Gōnokawa River come together. The Gōnokawa is the largest river in the Chugoku region, and its broad flow has shaped the landscape and supported local life for centuries. ...»
The Tsukawa Rice Terraces spread across Asahi Town in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. Surrounded by mountains, these remarkable terraced rice fields combine traditional agricultural landscapes with the beauty of the natural environment. The terraces are particularly striking for their layers of ca...»
The Sekisho Museum is an art museum in Misumi, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture, dedicated to the works of Japanese-style painter Shō Ishimoto, who was born in the area. The museum opened in 2001 and is the only museum in Japan where visitors can explore the full scope of Ishimoto's artistic career....»
Taima-san Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located in Misumi Town, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. It has been deeply revered by local people for centuries. The shrine stands near the summit of Mount Taima, which rises 599 meters above sea level, offering spectacular views of the Sea of Japan and...»
Refrepark Kinta-no-Sato is a comprehensive hot spring and leisure facility located in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. Surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, the facility combines a hot spring, restaurant, and accommodation in one relaxing destination. With a focus on food, health, and relaxation...»
Roadside Station Sanpico Gotsu is a popular roadside stop located along National Route 9 in Gochi, Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture. Situated almost midway between the eastern and western parts of Shimane, it is a convenient place to take a break during a road trip while discovering the local food, cu...»
Arifuku Onsen is one of the historic hot spring destinations of the San'in region, located in Arifuku Onsen Town, Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture. The hot spring is believed to have been discovered more than 1,350 years ago, making it one of the oldest hot springs in Japan. The quiet hot spring town...»
The Arifuku Onsen Nature Observation Trail is a scenic walking route around Arifuku Onsen in the mountainous southwestern part of Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture. Stretching for approximately 2 kilometers, the trail offers visitors an opportunity to experience both the area's natural beauty and its l...»
Arifuku Onsen is one of the San'in region's historic hot spring destinations, with a history of more than 1,300 years. One of the best ways to experience its charm is by visiting its three public outdoor baths. Each bath has its own atmosphere and bathing temperature, allowing visitors to enjoy a di...»
Ogawa Family Sesshu Garden is a historic Japanese garden in Wagi Town, Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture. Located beside the study of the historic Ogawa family residence, the garden is regarded as one of the outstanding traditional gardens in the San'in region. In 1959, it was designated as the first ...»
Kaze-no-Kuni Onsen is a hot spring facility located within Kaze-no-Kuni IWAMI RESORT & STAYS, a large resort surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture. The resort sits on a gentle hill at an elevation of approximately 230 meters and covers an expansive area of abo...»
Iwami Ware is a traditional Japanese pottery produced mainly around Gotsu City and throughout the former Iwami Province in western Shimane Prefecture. Supported by a long history and highly developed craftsmanship, it is one of the region's most distinctive traditional crafts. Iwami Ware is particu...»
Gotsu Honmachi Iraka Kaido is a historic district in Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture, where numerous buildings dating from the Edo period through the early Showa period have been preserved. The rows of traditional red-tiled roofs create an atmospheric townscape that offers visitors a glimpse into the...»
Tabato Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine in Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture, traditionally regarded as the Second Shrine of Iwami Province. Surrounded by low wooded mountains, the shrine stands in a peaceful natural setting where the quiet atmosphere of the forest creates a strong sense of spiritual...»
Imai Museum of Art is a tranquil art museum surrounded by the rich natural landscape of Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture. Located beside the clear waters of the Hato River, the museum features a calm exterior reminiscent of a traditional white-plastered Japanese storehouse, blending beautifully with t...»
Omoto Kagura Heritage Museum is a cultural facility in Ichiyama, Sakurae-cho, Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture. It introduces the history and traditions of Omoto Kagura, a sacred performing art designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan. The museum is located within the Ich...»
Kannon Falls is a spectacular waterfall surrounded by the lush natural landscapes of western Shimane Prefecture. Known for its impressive beauty and powerful scenery, it is one of the area's memorable places to experience the rugged nature of the Chugoku region. The waterfall flows over a rock face...»
Omoto Kagura is a traditional sacred performing art that has been passed down for generations in Sakurae-cho, Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture. Designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan, it is a rare example of a traditional Kagura form that has preserved its strong religio...»
Hashi Beach is a popular seaside destination within Iwami Seaside Park, which stretches across Gotsu and Hamada cities in Shimane Prefecture. Located within walking distance of Shimane Aquarium AQUAS, one of the largest aquariums in western Japan, the beach is an ideal place to combine sightseeing w...»