Top Things to do in Shimane Prefecture
What to do and see in Shimane Prefecture, Chugoku: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
Discover the best top things to do in Shimane Prefecture, Japan including Okuizumo Tourism Association and Tourist Information Center, Shimane Museum of Ancient Izumo, Aquas, Matsue Vogel Park, Matsue Horikawa Pleasure Boat, Anno Art Museum, Oni no Shitaburui, Shinji Lake, Michi-no-Eki Kirara Taki, Tamatsukuri Onsen.
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1. Okuizumo Tourism Association and Tourist Information Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Okuizumo Tourism Association is always there for assist you to make a pleasant and enjoyable time here in Okuizumo. We can assist you to 1.Find how to get here. 2.Arrange your stay with activities and accommodation 3.Guide you around the town. If you have any questions feel free to ask us.
Reviewed By ngocv261 - Hiroshima, Japan
We spent all day discovering Okuizumo's landscape, history and culture through various activities. Besides experiencing the beautiful nature in Oni no Shitaburui gorge and Obara dam, for the first time, we learned to make Okuizumo's soba. Generally, Okuizumo is an ideal destination for people who want to get away from the cities' hustle and bustle.
2. Shimane Museum of Ancient Izumo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 363 reviews
The origins of japan,enfolded in mystery. Shimane Museum of Ancient Izumo is dedicated to exhibiting the heritage of the ancient Izumo culture. Central Lobby Exhibition In the Central Lobby stand the "UZUBASHIRA PILLAR" a pillar found in the ruins of the Izumo Grand Shrine,discovered in 2000. Theme Exhibitions ”Izumo Grand Shrine and the Festivals of the Land of the Gods” offers an introduction to the mysteries of Izumo Grand shrine, said to have been vast in scale in ancient times. "Bronze implement and decorative sword" showcases the bronze inplement of the Yayoi period (approx.500 BC-250 AD) and the luxuriously decorated long swords,(tachi,) of the Kofun period (approx.250-600 AD)
Reviewed By Ontario55 - Toronto, Canada
Historical insights regarding the origins of Japanese culture are to be gained from seeing the valuable artifacts preserved at this museum adjacent to Izumo Grand Shrine. Though some are replicas, several objects on display are priceless national treasures. Taken at a leisurely pace -- Don't rush! -- the many exhibits reveal a great deal about early Japan, the construction and re-construction of the Grand Shrine over centuries, and its significance (both religious and otherwise) to successive generations. My wife and I took in the museum before going to the Grand Shrine, which enhanced our appreciation of the shrine immeasurably. Had we done it the other way around there still would have been a lot for us to learn. An English-language audio guide is free with admission.
3. Aquas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By naokot705 - Hiroshima, Japan
元気な子供たちにぴったり 入場料は他の水族館と同様に高いのですが、十分遊べるため高いと思いませんでした。 雨でも風でも館内を走り回れますし、迷子の心配も少ないと思います。 近くに大きなアスレチックがあってそちらでもしっかり遊べます。年中さんくらいなら一人で滑り台ができそうです。 Entrance fee is not cheap same as other aquariums. But I think it is not expensive. My sons could run all way of inside it. Parents don't need to worry too much about children might be lost child. Even rainy day, kids need to run and explore. There are less places they can do it in japan. This aquarium will help parents. There is a large playground nearby the aquarium. It has long slides, ropes and so on. Over 5 or 6 years old kids can enjoy it alone. My three years old younger son could play at the playground with father.
4. Matsue Vogel Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 183 reviews
Reviewed By 719karenj - Colorado Springs, United States
You know about those YouTube/Facebook videos of penguins dressed up and walking around? THIS IS THE PLACE! Six years ago, we visited Matsue Vogel Park just as they were closing. We ran through it and thought it was amazing. They greet you with near floor to ceiling flowers! This time, we admired their new building, used our passports to get a discount, and made sure to have lots of time. You start with the most amazing really, really long and steep slidewalk. Our friends helped us to get to almost every "show" and I got to (pay to) have a bird of prey fly to my arm and get lots of photos together, find the koi with the happy face on it's head, take lots of pictures of dressed up penguins, (pay to) hold a penguin (because who knew it was on my bucket list), (pay to) get a bird to pick a fortune for my husband (it was good), and (pay to) feed turacos, toucans, and whatever that other bird was. The free bird shows were great. There were lots of flowers and animals to look at. At the end, we stopped for some soft cream (soft serve in many flavors). What an amazing day!
5. Matsue Horikawa Pleasure Boat
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 314 reviews
Matsue retains a canal system and townscape with 400-year-old character, and this 50-minute boat tour is the quintessential way to see them. The boatmen will tell you about the local history and culture while you enjoy the natural scenery that changes with the seasons. The tour is open all year long with boats departing roughly every 15 minutes from three convenient locations surrounding the castle. You will remove your shoes and relax on board, enjoying the cool breeze in summer or the warm kotatsu (heated blanket) in winter. The roof provides shelter from the rain and sun, but watch your head! One of the characteristic features of the Horikawa Sightseeing Boat is that the roof lowers to fit under a few of the 17 bridges around the course.
6. Anno Art Museum
7. Oni no Shitaburui
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By dianasftr - Higashihiroshima, Japan
Oni no Shitaburui gorge is the second gorge I have ever been to in Japan. I was really impressed with the scenery, the bridge, the river, also the rocks there. This is the perfect place if you want to relax and see the breathtaking scenery between gorge and autumn in Japan. Really recommended enjoying tea time there <3
8. Shinji Lake
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 561 reviews
Reviewed By ChoongSH - Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia
Actually, I did not check the places of attractions that much for Matsue, because my plan is only to stop by for a nite, before moving to Hagi. ANd Matsue castle was the actual target. Because the I have enough time after Matsue castle, I looked at the map given by the local tourist information counter, and hence I walk towards Lake Shinji, and it happened that it was about sunset time, hence I sit there patiently with many professional photographers waiting to take the famous sunset pictures. But weather was not very good (cloudy), hence there was sunset pictures. But sitting at the side of the lake, was very nice, calm and breathtaking. It was a good visit to lake Shinji. And the museum was another attraction, if you have the time to spend.
9. Michi-no-Eki Kirara Taki
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 125 reviews
Reviewed By Yserih
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