A hidden gem near the second biggest city in Shimane Prefecture
Founded over 1,000 years ago, Ichibata Yakushi is one of the most famous Buddhist temples in Shimane Prefecture. It’s a pilgrimage site and a popular autumn leaf viewing destination among other claims to fame, making it a must-see for culture and nature lovers. Whenever you visit, there is always something to see, do or learn here.
Archeological evidence, historical texts and oral traditions trace the story of Shimane Prefecture so far that eventually, one exits the realm of concrete records and enters the world of myths. This is why exhibits at the Shimane Museum of Ancient Izumo blend historical and mythological sources to capture a glimpse of the old Izumo Province (now eastern Shimane).
Escape the city and get lost in Tachikue Gorge, Shimane Prefecture, a mystical and wild stop along the Chugoku Nature Trail.