Shimane Prefecture is the second-least populous prefecture of Japan at 665,205 (February 1, 2021) and has a geographic area of 6,708.26 km 2. Shimane Prefecture borders Yamaguchi …

Discover the top things to do in Shimane, little-visited but full of gems like Izumo-taisha, Matsue Castle, and Adachi Museum of Art. Soak up nature in Yushi-en or just soak in Tamatsukuri …

Framed by mountains, Shimane's main draws include Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine—one of the oldest and holiest Shinto shrines—Matsue Castle and its original keep, the World Heritage …

SHIMANE. In Shimane, historical heritage and traditional culture that entice travelers from around the world coexist with modern times. A rich and beautiful natural environment is preserved in …

Dec 4, 2023 · Discover the best things to do in Shimane, from exploring the venerable Izumo Taisha Shrine to relaxing in Tamatsukuri Onsen. Dive into the region's rich culture, stunning …

Shimane prefecture, together with Tottori prefecture is known as the San-in (山陰) region, meaning "the shady side of the mountains". There is a mountain range separating these two …

Shimane Prefecture is located in the Chugoku Region of Japan, north of Hiroshima Prefecture. Surrounded by natural beauty, to the north Shimane faces the Sea of Japan and to the south …

Shimane, ken (prefecture), southwestern Honshu, Japan, facing the Sea of Japan (East Sea). It includes the Oki Islands. The interior is composed chiefly of a volcanic mountain chain, and …

Jun 8, 2021 · Shimane Prefecture (島根県 Shimane-ken) is in the western Chugoku region of the main island of Honshu in Japan. It is the 2nd least populous prefecture in the country. …

Mar 19, 2024 · Shimane is the second-least populous prefecture in all of Japan right after its neighbor of Tottori. Shimane is a mainly rural prefecture divided into the Izumo Region in the …