I will introduce Matsue Castle, Izumo Taisha Shrine and the Ichibata Electric Railway “Ichibata Train”.
First I visited Matsue Castle, national treasure, in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture in the early morning.Early in the morning, Matsue Castle is still quiet. The only sounds are the chirping of birds and the gentle rustle of leaves in the breeze. As one walks on the stone-paved paths, the footsteps echo, but there are hardly any people within the vast grounds of the castle. It is a special moment of serenity and history. Visitors can experience this special moment and transport themselves back in time to the days of old.
After that, we will take the Ichibata Electric Railway “Ichibata Train” to Izumo-taisha Shrine.
Looking out the window from the swaying train, you will see the calm surface of Lake Shinji and a peaceful rural landscape. The Ichibata Train is a local train that connects Matsue City, also known as the “Water Capital,” to Izumo City, where the Izumo Taisha Shrine, a sacred place for matchmaking, is located. Please enjoy the wonderful scenery from the train windows.
In the afternoon, we will visit Izumo Taisha Shrine, a sacred place for matchmaking.The building is extremely beautiful and original.
📢About Matsue Castle
Matsue Castle, located in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, Japan, was built in 1611 by Horio Yoshiharu. It is a five-story wooden structure known as the “Black Castle” due to its black exterior. The castle’s strategic hilltop location and wide moat contributed to its survival through various historical events. Inside, visitors can explore historical exhibits related to Japan’s feudal era. Matsue Castle is a significant cultural treasure, designated as a National Treasure of Japan, and remains a popular destination for both domestic and international tourists.
📢About Izumo Ooyashiro /Izumo Taisha
Izumo-taisha Shrine has existed since ancient times and has a history of over 1,300 years.
According to legend, Izumo-taisha is the place where all the gods of the country gather at once, and is famous for the festival called “Kamiarizuki” (the month of the gods), which takes place in October.
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🔎Location
Matsue Castle
1-5 Tonomachi, Matsue, Shimane 690-0887
https://www.matsue-castle.jp/
Izumo Ooyashiro /Izumo Taisha
195 Kitsukihigashi, Taisha-cho, Izumo-shi, Shimane-ken 699-0701
https://izumooyashiro.or.jp/
💻Official Site
Ichibata Electric Railway
https://www.ichibata.co.jp/railway/
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