Beyond the castle moat, learn more about the history of Matsue along with its rich samurai and tea culture.
Following Lafcadio Hearn’s footsteps at Matsue, the writer’s hometown in Japan
A historic area where both travelers and locals eat, shop and enjoy annual events.
A popular sightseeing destination due to its deep connections to Japanese mythology and the tradition of predicting one’s fortune in love with a sacred pond.
A flower park complete with a large greenhouse, lakeside observation deck and resident birds.
A museum featuring 40 exhibits a year and spectacular sunset views of Lake Shinji.
A Japanese garden with close connections to local farmers and tea ceremony culture.
The center of one of Matsue’s most famous ghost stories.
One of the best places in Shimane to enjoy cherry blossoms or take in views of Lake Shinji.