Seeing a baseball game is a must if you're in Japan at the right time. The stadium was well organised, queues for food moved quickly and you could get drinks easily from your seat. The atmosphere is amazing!

First time attending a concert, decided it would be TWICE in Japan, only to be a bit disappointed you can't record it. Nevertheless the Mizuho PayPay Dome is spacey with options getting from either Bus or Train (with 15 minutes walk). The place did not disappoint. Food shops nearby are reasonably price as well.

I've never watched a baseball game before but finally my 11yo is showing some interest so my family including 9yo booked to go! We went straight after school and while still light headed in to grab some food and find out seats. Its basically everything we've seen on YouTube- a beautiful stadium - clean, great viewing angles, fun cheering and beer and ice cream girls floating around. My kids loved it and the game was hugely exciting between SH and Hokkaido Fighters. We loved how easy it was to access toilets and food areas and everyone nearby was very well behaved and into the excitement. We'll definitely come back again.

I have been a fan of the Hawks for several years and have seen them several times in the Dome. It's an experience every time. The Dome is very well organised and tp structured. The rows are shorter than in other stadiums, which is good if you have a seat in the centre, then not so many people have to stand up to let you through. Go Hawks!

Got tickets via Klook! Was seated with many Koreans, mixed in with Japanese. The atmosphere is amazing, the baseball culture here is great, and the game was very fun. Overall would love to come again after finishing all NPB stadiums (been to 3/12 NPB stadiums)

We managed to get Same day tickets at the stadium gate 7 for a game between Softbank hawks vs Orix. It was such a fun experience watching the game, highly highly recommend !! The atmosphere was lit and there were baseball jersey sale pop up everywhere. Super fun!!!

Nice stadium though I wish it was closer to the train station. Staff were very nice and I was impressed that the box office workers spoke great English. The fried chicken bowl was tasty as well.

Here, visitors can tour the Sapporo Beer Hita factory and sample the beer being made. I recommend the limited-time-only beers available in the tasting room, which are very tasty and I encourage everyone to try them:) Make no mistake, drivers should not be inoculated with alcohol... Drink only at the hotel or back home ✌

The tour had limited english and there isn't actually that much to see. In saying that, it was still interesting, and includes a glass of beer. You also get to keep a souvenir glass to take home. If you are going past anyway, worth a visit.

nice brewery exhition tour but have to pay fee for tasting

Free self guided tour that is bi-lingual Japanese and English. Helpful staff. Fun to see beer factory in a very lovely city.

As per this google information (opening 10am~5pm) I arrived here around 4pm, and they said beer testing closed already. However last year I joined testing 4:30pm, Until what time is possible for testing? please let us know the exact time on this site. As you know, this is not easy way upto there even from abroad like me.

It's a nice place to enjoy a glass of Sapporo beer. I had a peaceful and pleasant time there.

fun. Sapporo factory. free tour. beer is 400yen. 2 floor

Worth coming for the little stores that carries crafted goods. There are also stores that sold sake bottles.

This is like Kyoto that hasn’t been discovered yet. A quaint little heritage town that hasn’t gotten its fame, but the simplicity of its style has huge potentials in future growths.

Good for visit 1-2 hours.

It's a small market but has enough shops to look around and shop. It was interesting to watch traditional drum performance which was unexpected. It's quite a long performance but end of that, you can join the session that allows you to participate to play the drum under the performance team's instruction which I missed out.

We went here for the festival with lanterns on November 11, 2023. The evening is not typical on most days and I believe shops are closed at 5-6 pm. However, the street is a heritage area though the town is not well known.

It's not so crowded during weekdays. Most of the shops are selling souvenirs.

Nice old shopping street. Lots of shops selling wooden clog shoes. The Sui cheesecake roll is really good too!

Akama Jingu is a beautiful shrine is located on the stunning Kanmon Straits. The shrine is dedicated to the child emperor Antoku and other warriors who fell during the battle of Dan-no-ura in 1185. The location also provides many other historical locations to explore near by and offers beautiful water front views, and restaurants.

Not many people seem to know the true charm of Akama at night. It may not shine as brightly as shrines in bigger cities, but here in Shimonoseki, there's a quiet, subtle beauty that lingers like a faint scent on the breeze. Under the dark sky, it glows with a deep red hue—soft, yet captivating. There’s no need for noise or lights. Just the sound of the sea breeze brushing past, and the stillness that gently wraps around you. As I strolled through the night, passing by this small yet majestic shrine, I found myself completely at peace— a rare moment to quietly walk, breathe, and simply think. I hope you, too, get to experience that kind of night.

A red-white shrine located close to the sea. The architecture is quite unique. The red & white contrasting color makes a pale pink sakura flower more beautiful. The sea view from the shrine is also stunning.

I visited the jingu at around 1pm, 8 May 2025. There were only a few visitors in the jingu, but there were some construction projects ongoing at that time. The complex is free to enter, and the buildings are brightly coloured in a traditional red hue. There is information about the history of the jingu, its relationship with Antoku Tenno and Hoichi the Earless.

Came to this jinja after a short ferry ride from the Kyushu/Mojikou Port side to the Honshu/Yamaguchi side of the beautiful Kanmon Straits. It's about a 10-15 minute walk from the Karato ferry landing dock. Beautiful red and white structures and s pretty cute of the Kanmonkyo Bridge as you head back towards the street. No fee to enter our to look around, but a gift shop awaits to separate you and your funds. We went on a weekday during the late morning/early afternoon. A nice stop if you are in the area. Recommended!

The shrine is kinda quite shiny and fabulous to us. It is nice to stop by and enjoy the beauty of shrine architecture and decoration.

Great Shinto shrine in Japan. This shrine has sacred atmosphere. Vivid colored shrine buildings are impressive!

It's a bridge between Yamaguchi mainland and Sono island. The view from the observatory was very good. There is one car bay in the middle of the bridge from where the sea can be observed. Be careful about wind when you visit. Recommended place.

It is a must visit place in Yamaguchi Ken. The view around the light house and from the top of the light house is so breathtaking. Make sure to visit on a sunny day. The dark blue and green colour sea is so awesome. There is small musuem as well where is is explain who and how the light house was made.

Nice viewing point but the park is a little over grown, but still clean and presentable. If the brush was trimmed a bit sunsets and ocean views would be much better.

Nice view, allow us to relax

I really love this place! Scenery from here is wonderful and the sea breeze is so comfortable that makes you feel relaxed. Must visit here if you travel in Yamaguchi.

Not a very popular tourist spot but highly recommend if you are in Yamaguchi.The entire island is beautiful and the view from the hilltop where the lighthouse is located is beautiful. I visited in may and it was lovely but should be really nice in the summer months.

Just wonderful scenery from here. Many tasty food that you can enjoy in here. Less ppl more fun.!

Very overrated. Nothing but this bridge which does actually look quite good on a sunny day, but you can move on after a few pictures. On a cloudy or rainy day, don't even bother. Recommended for those driving through, but you shouldn't go out of your way for this, especially by public transport.

It is beautiful, but seems like it’s a long way to go for a snapshot. Plus, although pleasant, the beach entrance of ¥400pp plus ¥600 parking was steep(although showers were free). Few people seem to have been on to the island itself.

Most beautiful beach I have ever visites

long detour to nothing special over hyped

Beautiful and quiet place

Shin kamen rider scene last

I really like the island which has beautiful sea

Very overrated. Nothing but this bridge which does actually look quite good on a sunny day, but you can move on after a few pictures. On a cloudy or rainy day, don't even bother. Recommended for those driving through, but you shouldn't go out of your way for this, especially by public transport.

It is beautiful, but seems like it’s a long way to go for a snapshot. Plus, although pleasant, the beach entrance of ¥400pp plus ¥600 parking was steep(although showers were free). Few people seem to have been on to the island itself.

Most beautiful beach I have ever visites

long detour to nothing special over hyped

Beautiful and quiet place

Shin kamen rider scene last

I really like the island which has beautiful sea

It's just a place for feeling the nature and innovative vibe of Ube city. It's on the bank of the sea, so you can enjoy the cool air with small waves , thats surely touch your heart. Highly recommended for family tour, picnic, Highking and site visit. The amazing structures and landscape make it unique place for relaxation...

Lovely lake side views to soak in the evening sunset. There are row boats available to enjoy a relaxing time as you drift across the lake with plenty of fauna to experience. The walking trails are well kept and the landscapes are nice

Great park near Yamaguchi. Had a lot of fun walking arround watching the pelicans near the pelican island and fishes in the lake.

Wonderful. Beautiful landscapes, interesting sculptures. Strongly recommended for families with children. You can see a lot of different (esp. monkeys) in the local tokiwa Park zoo.

I have been with my friends for memorable moments here. The park is very wide and airy. The cherry blossom season here will be very beautiful at night.

Really big and beautiful park with a shrine and a lake in the middle. You can go around for a ~6km walk. There are different places to sit and rest around it too.

It was pretty good but next time we come we'll have to come a bit earlier as when we came it was too late and everything was just closing

Motonosumi Inari Shrine was the final stop on our Klook tour, and to be honest, I was starting to get a bit impatient on the way there—the ride from Karato Market took about 1.5 hours. Since we were on a smaller coaster bus navigating narrow roads, it felt more prone to motion sickness. But once we arrived—especially when we reached the actual shrine—it was absolutely worth it. The walk through the rows of torii gates, with the sound of waves crashing nearby and the view of the sea, was nothing short of mesmerizing. There’s something really calming and powerful about the place that photos just can’t fully capture. The area itself is quite simple: a small souvenir shop, a little ice cream stand, and a public restroom with limited cubicles—so don’t expect a lot of amenities. There’s a shortcut going back up: once you reach the shrine at the bottom, look for a small path with a few steps leading to a viewing deck. From there, it's mostly flat terrain back to the area near the shops—no need to climb back up the original stairs. The return trip to the city took around 3.5 hours, as Japan requires rest stops on long drives (there's a mandatory break every 2 hours or so), so factor that into your schedule. If you have the time, I highly recommend visiting via a Klook tour or similar option like hiring a private vehicle - the area is remote, and there’s no direct public transportation

Beautiful place. There are many other things to do other than the Torii shrine. When you get to the end of the walk through the gates there is a lot of beautiful spots to take photos with the Sea of Japan in the background. You do have to pay for parking with yen, there are also lots of places to make wishes so bring your coins!

When the weather is nice, the color of sea surface is a vibrant blue, and paired with brightly colored red birdhouses, it's beautiful! But since there are many stairs, older visitors should pay attention to the safety of their feet when visiting here.

⛩️ Motonosumi Shrine (Nagato, Yamaguchi) Review Motonosumi Shrine is one of the most breathtaking and photogenic spots in Japan. Located in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, it’s famous for its 123 bright red torii gates that stretch dramatically along the hillside toward the blue sea. The contrast between the vivid vermilion gates, the lush greenery, and the deep ocean creates an unforgettable view — it’s no surprise this site has been featured in many travel magazines as one of Japan’s most scenic shrines. The path of torii gates leads you down toward the cliffs, where you can feel the ocean wind and hear the sound of waves crashing below. It’s a peaceful yet powerful place that perfectly captures Japan’s harmony between nature and spirituality. One of the fun traditions here is the offering box located high above the main torii gate — visitors try to toss coins into it for good luck. It adds a playful, unique touch to the visit. The surrounding area is also worth exploring: there are small cafés, souvenir stands, and observation points with panoramic views of the coastline. The shrine staff and locals are welcoming, and the whole area is clean and well maintained. Whether you’re interested in photography, Japanese culture, or simply beautiful seaside landscapes, Motonosumi Shrine is an absolute must-visit. It’s a place that leaves you with both serenity and awe — a perfect blend of natural beauty and sacred tradition.

Is a beautiful place. be careful if you drive here, the roads are narrow. google took me a road but ended up the road was closed due to road work. parking is not free. I paid 300 yen for about an hour.

Visited early in the morning since we were staying within a 15mins’ drive so there were hardly anyone. It’s not a big place but the setting is beautiful. Sunlight was harsh so the photos do not represent the actual beauty.

It is a beautiful place! The Tori gate path was closed though so we could t go through it, the view you get from there of the sea is hypnotizing!

An unforgettable experience! Akiyoshidō Cave is huge, beautifully lit, and easy to walk through — perfect for all ages. The atmosphere is peaceful and cool (about 17°C year-round), making it a great place to visit even in the summer. The cave is full of amazing natural features like underground waterfalls, crystal-clear pools, and unique rock formations. The “100 Plates” (Hyakumai-zara) were especially stunning. It’s not too dark or claustrophobic, and the walking path is very well maintained with handrails and lights. You can walk the whole main route in about an hour, and there’s even an elevator that takes you up to the Akiyoshidai Plateau above if you want to explore more. The entrance fee is reasonable (around ¥1,200), and definitely worth it. It’s not super touristy, which makes it feel even more special. Just wear comfortable shoes — some spots are a little slippery. Highly recommended if you’re in Yamaguchi Prefecture!

I first visited the Akiyoshidai Observatory and then parked at the nearby elevator parking lot to explore Akiyoshi Cave. The day was a bit humid, but inside the cave it was cool and refreshing, and I had a great time. I had seen many photos of the impressive cave entrance before, but the inside was just as mysterious and stunning. It may go without saying, but since there are no restrooms inside the cave, it’s probably better not to drink too much water before entering. From the observatory to the cave, the whole experience was wonderful — truly something Yamaguchi can be proud of.

very solemn place, the negative ion Nature can be a source of motivation by improving mood, reducing stress, and fostering creativity and a sense of awe. Spending time in natural environments can also provide inspiration, promote physical activity, and teach valuable life lessons about patience, adaptability, and selflessness🩷

An amazing experience for everyone that love exploring the beauty of what lies beneath. The cave lightening and ambiance are done perfectly to enhance your experience while exploring this marvel of nature. The newly finished mural is a wonderful in itself. A must visit.

I highly recommend against visiting this cave, the entire area is just a tourist trap and when you get into the cave, not only the ticket price is expensive, you need to pay more if you want to go into a special "adventure" path, the cave is bland at best and I wouldn't even put it in the top 10 caves I visited. My verdict: really not worth it

It’s a must visit limestone cave when you are in Mini City in Yamaguchi, especially during summer. The beautiful and clean cave temperature is about 17 degree. The walkway is all nicely and carefully paved with safety and comfort in consideration. Entrance fee is JPY1300 per person for 1 hour walk. Remember to wear comfortable walking shoes. There are 2 types of walks, the up course and down course walk. We took the down course walk and completed in about 45 mins. Up course requires a fee of JPY300. We love the walk. The cave is dimly lit to give a feel of darkness in the cave but not too dim so you can see the steps and surroundings. We enjoyed the walk very much and wouldn’t mind coming again if we happen to be Yamaguchi.

I went there on a rainy day. Took the bus from shin-yamaguchi to the cave, it was really easy to get there! The Cave was really really beautiful the guide in english really interesting and you can re-enter the cave if you take the elevator to the observation deck and want to go back in. Just show the ticket again. I think it war okay didnt need a jacket had t-shirt and a long sleeve shirt on (took the long sleeve off later) the cave had a temperature of 17 °C. For me it was worth it!

been here today. the view is another level of gorgeousness yet the facilities are insufficient. neither food store nor staffs are available along the karst road so no one we can ask in case we meet trouble during our trip, especially if we are cycling. and the cave staff said that bringing food are not allowed. even at the camping ground you will not meet any foodstore or restaurant or cafe whatsoever. even if you stay at the camping ground food are not sold except you have reserved the previous day. i think this place has huge potential but unfortunately they have poor management.

I went via the cycling route from Ogori, the table land was vast and although it was a weekend it wasn't crowded at all. There are benches to sit and enjoy the view. They have clean toilets as well, but I only found japanese toilets for women🥲

Today is the Japanese public holiday. I rushed for coming here from Tokyo. It was so big to have a trip by walk in a day. But I was satisfied because I could watch the biggest Karst area in Japan. This area is connected with Akiyoshi Cave too.

not the best view, but worth a visit.

Had a great experience around Akiyoshidai. Beautiful scenery. Must check out the view points and caves around with the wildlife safari. I made a day trip from Hiroshima to Yamaguchi prefecture

Lovely hills with beautiful wild flowers and grasses. Great walks available and nearby caves, and views of the surrounding mountains in the distance. Definitely worth a look if you are interested in road trips :)

The cave is a great summer day activity—nice and cool inside! Parking for the day was ¥500. Then we drove up to the fields, where there was free parking. Beautiful and fun day trip!

I visited in May 2024. The Five story pagoda is under renovation at the moment until 2026. Please check the website before making a trip because the pagoda is covered. But you can still go around and enjoy the rest of the temple. For complete experience in Yamaguchi visit link below https://youtu.be/WKbMB8WSpgY?feature=shared

A must visit tourist spot at Yamaguchi City. An Age old Temple standing as a sign of architectural beauty and legacy of brotherhood. You can enjoy it’s unique landscape in different seasons. At night there is a special light shows I personally recommend it to enjoy...

I hadnt seen a Pagoda in a while, so this hit the spot! There is beautifully clear water below, with Koi swimming around. I managed to get some nice pictures with flowers blooming in the foreground. You can also walk behind the Pagoda to get some unique shots from above.

Pagoda and temple is free to enter and very peaceful and scenic. There is a koi fish amd turtle pond. Also, a cemetery so please be quiet and respectful.

Go up around the Back! This is a beautiful pagoda that creates in its viewers a little bit of a Zen (or if you prefer, God's glory) experience. Why is this? Why do visitors say that it takes their breath away. My interpretation is that it looks like a lot of houses or temples stacked one on top of another. We are used to seeing the temple roof shape of each story of the pagoda. In the grounds of the temple there are similar roofs, of other similar temple structures but these are arranged horizontally with at most a slight vertical misalignment due to the temple structures and their roofs being built on a slope, which with the admixture of perspective, allows us to see when we view a temple complex or townscape a cascade of roofs stretching off into the distance. And so it is when we view this pagoda our brains attempt to interpret its form in the same familiar way, as smaller and smaller, more distant roofs, on the side of the mountain, but then, whammy, it is not perspective, it is not a slope, these roofs are stacked. And in that whattheblazes moment of reappraisal, our analytical mind is stumped, stopped and dumbfounded, and we are given a glimpse of that which a Zen scholar calls "the purity of experience" or perhaps, in Christian parlance, we see the light. In any event it is a very beautiful pagoda. It contains a library of books that no one reads. And those in the know can go up around the back to stand at eye level with the middle of the pagoda and look down upon the temple sharing the same grounds. Please see the photo. 案内すると感心してもらえますよ。

Pagoda is under construction until March 2026. Pictures of it are gorgeous and the park is absolutely beautiful.

The temple highlights the symbolic architecture of Japan and the surroundings gives a feel of tranquility.

Hofu Shrine is the first of 12,000 Tenjin Shrine in Japan. This beautiful shrine offers much historical significance and is a must visit during cherry blossom season or if in Yamaguchi.

Beautiful shrine It's currently (Sep 2025) under construction, take that into account when visiting The whole walk took us about 20 minutes. It has free parking

Another amazing shrine that features Japanese culture, architecture and traditions. A must visit for anyone willing to enjoy everything that Japan has to offer.

Not really a popular traveling spot, so quality of traveling is way better. People here barely speak other languages than Japanese, but still try their best to help us and treat us very warmly.

A very old and famous shrine at Hofu. We visited at dusk. Recommend to visit before sunset. The music comes from shrine was awesome. There are a lots of cherry trees around the shrine. The flower was so nice to see. We also enjoyed the night view of Hofu City by visiting the upper part of the Shrine. A lot of well wisher comes here.

I have heard that people come here to pray for their academics and exams. I went during cherry blossom season. It was beautiful. There is a park behind the shrine. Got a lot of cherry blossom pics . Got myself a shrine stamp. There is hall called Shunpuro which means hall of the spring breeze. It is believed that feels of spring breeze can be felt throughout the year.

I was gonna skip this shrine but lucky I did not. it has quite a bit too see and not many people. and, maybe just me, I found a traveling luck charm I've haven't seen before.

A very tranquil ancient town perfect for leisurely walks and admiring the marks left by old times. We happened to encounter a beautiful sunset on the day we went there, with orange clouds filling the entire sky, making these alleyways even more tranquil and elegant... I hope to visit here again next time and stay a bit longer to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

A town that is absolutely worth a visit if you are interested in the Japanese culture and history. It is actually a museum in real life.

Great it shows the culture and ethics of Japan

It has a unique atmosphere but it's a wide area with mostly residential houses so there is very little to do. Easier to explore by bicycle than on foot probably.

Very beautiful and a lot of interesting history to learn.

Not worth a visit. Compare with other "Old town" with tea houses and snack shops. Absolutely waste of my time.

A sleepy quiet castle town. Not much to see but the atmosphere is great.

It was a part visiting Hagi city organised by JICA... The holy place is the part of world heritage... A place of building National Leaders... A factory of Human Resources in Japan... If you interested to learn about modernization of Japan, I would recommend you to visit this place...

World heritage!

A wonderful small museum where you get to understand who Shoin was, and enjoy his wisdom which ultimately led to his execution.

Need a background historical story to understand its value, if not, it is just a Japanese traditional old house.

One of my favorites places in Yamaguchi.

Very good place to understand the history of Japanese modernization.

Good place for a first timer visitor.

Nice tempo. I went there in the morning and there was no one there.

Like any kind of shrine.

Not reflect enough Shoin Yoshida value. Just use it for tourism. Better to rebuild it to make it worth more.

It is worth to spend half day to know history of japanese culture

Pretty large and important in Japan history.

Learn about the history of Shoin - one of the founders of Japan.

Good place to learn the modernization of japan

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Beautiful place, really impressive!

Power spot!!

(Translated by Google) It was amazing! ️ A 10-minute walk down from the free parking lot revealed the vast geological formations on a sheer cliff. It was extremely hot even in early September, so a parasol and cooling gear were a must. Tea and a hat were also essential. Being able to see the geological formations up close was impressive, and I'm glad I went. There was a sign posted saying that a bear had been spotted there in mid-August. I headed there with some trepidation, but I didn't encounter any bears. (Original) とっても良かった‼️ 無料の駐車場から10分くらい歩いて下ると断崖絶壁で地層が広がっていました。 9月初旬でもものすごく暑いので、日傘やクール装備は必須。お茶や帽子も必要です。地層を間近でみることもでき迫力満点で行って良かったです。 8月半ばにクマが出没したらしく貼紙がありました。恐々向かいましたが、クマ遭遇はありませんでした。

(Translated by Google) There are no other tourist attractions nearby, but I visited this place because I wanted to see the seaside geological formations. After parking in the parking lot at the Susa Hornfels Rest Area Tsubuwaki no Yakata, it's a 5-10 minute walk along the narrow dirt path to the top of Tatami Rock. It's possible to take photos from there, but you have to go to the edge of the rock, which is unfenced, and it was quite scary even for people who aren't afraid of heights, so I recommend not pushing yourself. Descending further, the view of Tatami Rock that I'd seen in photos unfolded before my eyes. The formations were quite clear, and the clear weather allowed for some great photos. 💓 The path to Tatami Rock wasn't particularly steep, and some people even came with their babies in slings. Since we had a little more time, we also went to a spot just off the parking lot that said "Distant View of Tatami Rock." However, the footing was poor and there were some steep sections, so I wouldn't recommend it for families with small children. However, the view of Tatami Rock and the coastal scenery from a distance was also beautiful, so if you have the time, I recommend checking it out. Personally, I preferred the views on the way down the gentler path (there was also a steep staircase that could be used as a shortcut) rather than the views at the bottom. I thought I could get better photos if I went further in, so I don't have any photos of that. 😂 I didn't go all the way to Noriishi Garden, but I recommend setting aside about an hour to visit all three. It was a long way, but I'm glad I made the trip! (Original) 近くに他の観光地がないのですが、こちらの海辺の地層が見たくて訪問しました。 須佐ホルンフェルス休憩所つぶわきの館の駐車場に停めて細い土の歩道を歩くこと5〜10分で畳岩の上に到着します。そこからも写真を撮れないことはないですが、フェンスのない岩の端に行く必要があり、高所恐怖症じゃなくてもなかなか怖かったので、無理しないことをお勧めします。さらに下に降りると写真で見ていた畳岩の景色が目の前に広がります。かなりクッキリと層が見えて晴れていたのもあってとても素敵な写真が撮れました💓畳岩までの道のりはさほど険しくはなく、赤ちゃんを抱っこ紐でくくって来ている人もいました。 その後もう少し時間があったので畳岩の遠景と書かれた駐車場からすぐの場所にも行きましたが、こちらは足場が悪く急なところもあったので小さな子連れではお勧めしないです。ただ引きで見る畳岩と沿岸の風景もとても素敵だったので時間のある方はこちらもぜひ行ってみてください。個人的には下まで降りた景色より緩やかな道を降りる途中の景色(ショートカット出来る急な階段の道もありました)が良かったです。奥まで行った方がいい写真が撮れると思っていたのでその写真はありません😂 海苔石園地までは行きませんでしたが、３箇所全て回るのなら1時間くらい時間を確保しておくと良いと思います。遠かったですが足を伸ばして良かったです！

(Translated by Google) Dynamic. Hornfels are found in various places, but the one in Susa is truly impressive. It's a little too large for the view. I recommend standing back. Standing on the hornfels rocks leaning toward the sea, it feels as though you'll be sucked into the ocean. People with a fear of heights or Asperger's syndrome should be careful. You might not want to go. You can feel the movement of the Earth's land with your very skin. The dynamic movement of the Pacific Plate and other plates is exposed here at the water's edge in Susa. Sensing this continuous movement since the time of Pangaea makes your mind wander to the universe. Whether you can feel the vibrations of the earth while gazing at the starry sky is up to you. You might even be able to feel it by touching the seawater. (Original) ダイナミック。各地にホルンフェルスがありますが須佐はド迫力。ちょっと規模が大きすぎて様子がわからないかも。離れてみることをお勧めします。 海に傾いたホルンフェルスの岩の上に立つと海に吸い込ませそうな気がします。高所恐怖症やアスペルガー気味の人は要注意。行かないかもね。 地球の大地の動きが肌で感じられます。 太平洋プレート等のダイナミックな動きがここ須佐の水際に。露呈しています。パンゲアの時代から動き続けている事を感じ取ると宇宙に想いは馳せます。 満天の星を観ながら大地の波動を感じられるかはあなた次第。海の水に触れると感じられるかも。

(Translated by Google) It's a famous geological site representing the Chugoku region, but I don't think it's a fault (lol). I visited for the first time in 20 years during a business trip on a weekday. Hornfels is a type of rock that has been thermally metamorphosed due to the intrusion of igneous rock. Rather than hornfels, it's a spectacular landscape of low-angle alternating layers of mudstone, sandstone, and tuff? It used to be called the "Great Hornfels Fault," but since it's not a fault, it was later renamed the "Great Hornfels Cliff (lol)" before settling on its current name, "Susa Hornfels." The surface of the wet mudstone hornfels is very slippery, so I recommend walking slowly on the mountain side of the cliff whenever possible. You'll descend one level lower to near sea level, but be careful as there is a crack that opens up along the way. The view from there is simply spectacular. The poster really comes to life before your eyes. As of 2025, there have been reports of Asiatic black bears being spotted. It is recommended that you bring a bear bell and go with multiple people. (Original) 中国地方を代表する地質の名所ですが、断層ではないと思います(笑)。 平日の出張のついでに、20年ぶりに訪れました。ホルンフェルスとは火成岩の貫入等の影響で既存の岩石が熱変成を受けたものです。ホルンフェルスというよりは、泥岩、砂岩、凝灰岩？が低角度に傾斜した互層をなす景観が見事です。 以前は、「ホルンフェルス大断層」という名前でしたが、断層ではないので、その後に「ホルンフェルス大断崖(笑)」という改名を経て、現在の「須佐ホルンフェルス」に落ち着いたようです。 濡れた泥岩ホルンフェルスの表面はつるつると滑るので、断崖の上はできるだけ山側をゆっくりと歩くことをお勧めします。 １段低い海面近くまで降りやられますが、この間に開口した裂け目があるので、気をつけてください。そこからの景観は迫力の一言です。ポスターの実物が眼前に現れます。 2025年現在、ツキノワグマの出没情報がありました。熊鈴を持参し、複数名で行かれた方が良いです。

Always love the walk up the mid hills to the temple as it is a good workout and it gives a breathtaking view as well. The temple is nicely done up and is quite huge.

Wonderful shintoist temple with a path going up from the town similar to the Kyoto Inari temple. From there, you can also climb to the castle ruins in about 30 minutes or go up with the chair lift, where you will have an amazing view of the tsuwano city and its valley!

Definitely worth the trip up the mountains for this. One of the most sacred and beautiful shrines in Japan, and definitely worth a visit if you want to avoid the overcrowded touristy places!

I absolutely loved this place. Amongst one of my most memorable places in Japan. I didn’t see any monks during my visit, but it was a working Shrine and I have no doubt they’re there. There is a column of Tori gates as well, plus the biggest Tori gate I’ve ever seen guarding the entrance to the town and Shrine. Admission and parking is free, but souvenir’s are offered for sale to support the Shrine. Definitely worth a visit!

A small Japanese Shrine located at mid-levels. Not many tourists and it is easy to find. Beautiful old Japanese architecture. There is a great view outside the Shrine. The drive along and the stay there will be refreshing.

(visits 1) Parking was free. No English here. This place is not really meant for foreign tourists. It's a shrine more than tourist attraction. I was here for the nearby castle and this is where the parking was. I of course went to check out the shrine. It was beautiful. The view was beautiful. But I felt rather out of place as I realized this very much more a shrine shrine rather than a tourist shrine. I quickly left to go find the castle.

The shrine is the highlight of Tsuwano town especially if you know where to find the rear entrance. Taikodani Inari-jinja shrine has a big impact on the town of Tsuwano. One of the roads down into the town has an impressive big red gate as if the hole town is part of the shrine precinct. You can see the shrine from most place in the town overlooking the valley. It was built to protect the castle that no longer stands. The shrine has resulted in the popularity of deep fried tofu skin noodles and the same stuffed with rice, which are likewise named after the fox, inari, that is said to like to eat them. There is a car park directly in front of the shrine allowing visitors to go to pray or purchase omamori talismen after having only climbed a short stair case, but above all, I recommend the rear entrance so that you can go through the "1000" scarlet gates, climbing 263 steps. I think that the red gates symbolise something very important. By going through 1000 of them one may perhaps attain a little more purity at the shrine at the top. The rear entrance, with all the red gates, an be accessed along the river bank near to Yasaka Jinja Shrine which is also marked on Google Maps. Unfortunately there is no car park so the designated driver will have to use the main entrance, or walk, or take a taxi from the station to Yasaka Jinja. Taikodani Inari-jinja shrine itself is very well pretty, if a little gaudy, and the views down onto the town are very pleasant. The shrine sells Hello Kitty, and fox depicting omamori amulets as well as more traditional omamori (good luck charm) variations. The fox is the messenger of the Esoteric Buddhism related god herein enshrined but offerings are often made to the fox. One can purchase the deep friend tofu skin to make as an offering at the shrine for that reason. The fox is associated with esoteric Buddhism and with sex. The fox is sometimes depicted as having a phallic tail. The shrine, and the town of Tsuwano, is 1 hour by car or steam locomotive (March to November) and two and a half hours by road bicycle along route nine from Yamaguchi, through the scenic valley of Choumonkyo and the apple production region of Tokusa. There is, incidentally another famous, and attractive multi-red gated shrine, Moto no Sumi Inari shrine on the coast in the adjacent Yamaguchi prefecture, near the corner of Honshu, and hence perhaps the name of the shrine which means "the base of the corner fox shrine" which is I think a very appropriate name and location for one of these red-gated fox shrines.

Toilets entrances are well-lit at night. Oris' burgers were good. The fries were good too. Was fun seeing the train coming and going..

There's a tricycle for kids to play and a piano for visitors inside. All the place is hand painted by the arts class from junior high school. Really charming and lovely.

I made a mistake when it came to lunch, I had pointed out the breakfast special, the lady talked the cook into preparing it for me even though breakfast was over. Here I was thinking that it was ramen for me, but it was more to my appetite. Coffee, salad , fried egg, toast, miso soup. Best meal for wet hungry cyclist , good food friendly service and had it been a sunny day , what a view.

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(Translated by Google) September 21, 2025 I happened to stop by and was able to take some photos just as a train was passing by. There was also an Iwami Kagura performance, so I had two unexpected experiences, which was great. However, for a roadside station, it was small and average. (Original) 2025.9.21 たまたま寄ってみたところ、列車が通過する時間で写真を撮ることが出来ました。また、石見神楽も行われていて、２つも思わぬ収穫がありとても良かったですが、道の駅としてはこじんまりしていて普通でした。

(Translated by Google) Although it is a small roadside station, it is pleasant to relax on a grassy bench while watching the Sanin Line trains running along the coastline below. It is a place where you can feel the warmth of the operator, with a yellow-decorated piano, local information, a relaxing space with a warm atmosphere, and a decorated mailbox. The restaurant has short opening hours. (Original) 小規模な道の駅ですが、海岸線を走る山陰線の列車を眼下に見ながら芝生のベンチでくつろぐ気分は悪くありません。 黄色に装飾されたピアノや地域情報があるなど、ほんわりした空気が漂う休暇スペースや🌸装飾された郵便ポストを作るなど、運営者の温かい気持ちが感じられる場所です。 レストランの営業時間は短いです。

(Translated by Google) This roadside station offers beautiful sunsets and a charming train. There's also a motorcycle shrine and a killifish scooping event. (Original) 夕陽というか夕焼けがキレイな道の駅 美しい風景と可愛い鉄道が見れます。 バイク神社とかメダカすくいもあるよ

Hiking there is total pleasure, colors are sooo vibrant, waterfalls, river. They hve kayaks there you can rent also. 500¥ for the boat both ways, be sure to keep the ticket.

Absolutely beautiful walk by the river, many waterfalls and lovely views!

As of June 2023, most of the pathway is closed due to landslides. You're not able to enter through the main gate. If you're taking the bus, you will have to walk a considerable distance from the bus stop and you'll only be able to see a small portion of the path (will take 20-30 min to see everything). I don't think it's worth going here until the rest of the pathway is open. Check with the bus center before planning to come here, the website is not updated regularly.

(Translated by Google) Despite the scorching hot weather all over Japan, the natural air conditioning was effective and comfortable. The ferry was elegant and reasonably priced (300 yen one way). The best time to visit is during the autumn leaves 🍁. I want to visit again! (Original) 日本各地で猛暑日に関わらず自然のエアコンが効いて快適でした。渡し船も風流でリーズナブル（片道300円）　紅葉🍁の時期が最高とのこと。再び訪れたい！

(Translated by Google) Amazing place, beautiful canyon without crowds of tourists. It's a pity that we arrived late, because we didn't have time to ride the boats along the far part of the canyon (they work until 4 pm). We had a lot of fun walking along the canyon. (Original) Потрясающее место, красивый каньон без толпы туристов. Жаль, что мы приехали поздновато, т.к. не успели покататься на лодочках по дальней части каньона (работают до 16 часов). Мы получили массу удовольствия, гуляя вдоль каньона.

(Translated by Google) The maple leaves had not yet turned red, but the hiking trail ran alongside the river, and it was a rare experience to hike while listening to the sound of the water rushing and looking at the green color of the river. The slope was gentle and it seemed like we could walk forever, but a landslide prevented us from going more than halfway. There were no fences and the path was narrow, so it was a bit scary. (Original) もみじはまだ紅葉していませんでしたが、川伝いに登山道があってザアーザアーと水の流れる音を聞きながら、緑色の川の色を見ながらの登山はなかなかできない体験でした。坂道も緩やかでいくらでも歩けそうでしたが、土砂崩れで途中までしか行けませんでした。柵がなく道も狭いので少し恐くもありました。

(Translated by Google) The valley is beautiful. Even in May, when the fresh greenery was beautiful, I was able to enjoy the natural scenery. The skewered dumplings I had at the shop after the hike were delicious. (Original) 渓谷が綺麗な場所 新緑が綺麗な5月でも自然の風景を楽しめました ハイキング後に食べた売店の串団子が美味しかったです

The price is worth it for the experience inside. Lots of collections and the belluga show was amazing.

Good-sized aquarium with the pair of belurga whales as the stars of the house.

A great experience! So much wonderful sea life to see! The Beluga whales were a true highlight, I could spend all day in this place. The price is really reasonable for the great experience!

Really nice! Great place for children. Entrance fee for the aquarium is about 1500yen for adults, 500yen for students and free for ages under 5. They have also a free children park outside.

It was a rainy day, so a perfect place to escape the rain and enjoy animals and fish. the building layout is well planned so you can enjoy feeding times from multiple locations as well as see the entirety of exhibits from multiple points with fish eye windows. so many enjoyable gifts in the gift shop!

We visited this aquarium during our visit to Hamada. It was very impressive to see all the animals that this aquarium has to offer. They have activities for kids and adults alike. We spent all day here and the views from the rooftop were amazing. Staff was very friendly and helpful even with the language barrier. If we are back in the area we will visit again, definitely a must see.

Beautiful large aquarium with plenty of sharks, beluga whales, penguins, sea lions etc. The grounds are huge, no trouble locating parking. They have a small cafe (with beer), gift shops and several children interaction zones to make the visit more engaging for the kids. A bridge leads you over the expressway to the other side on the beach once your visit to the aquarium is over.

Interesting to go into the old silver mine. Recommend wearing the hard hat provided unless you are very short as the ceiling is low in many places and we bumped our heads a few times. There were some pictures of what the mining working conditions were like for the workers. Would have been a hard life.

This is a UNESCO World Heritage silver mine. Walking around Iwami Ginzan, I felt the harsh conditions under which people worked to earn money in those days. A guide accompanied us, providing detailed and easy-to-understand explanations, making the experience both enjoyable and informative.

The Iwami Ginzan historic site is impressive for its preserved old structures and landscape. It's clear that a considerable budget has been invested in maintaining the authenticity of this heritage site.

This was a fun experience. If you come here expecting to go deep under ground in a deep, vast tunnel you will be let down. The tunnel is nice to walk through but it's not the most thrilling thing in the world so its best to keep your expectations low. What really made this experience special was hiring a bicycle and riding through the beautiful traditional buildings in the town which leads up to the mine.

Iwami Ginza Mines is a great experience. Very peaceful and relaxing. There is only two ways to reach the mine walk or hire a bicycle some of which are electric. Its a 2.5 km easy walk with things to see along the way (temples, shrines and beautiful scenery and toilets). The mine cost is 500 yen and foreigners get a discount. A must see.

I really enjoy when visiting Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine. This place, become UNESCO heritage site because here you will find the trace of the glory silver mine 400 years ago. Roads, tunnels, Samurai's house, and artifacts as remnants of silver mine still exists until now. This place is conserved well until now. Had trade with Europe, prove this silver mine activity affected Japan's economy at that time. Tour into the tunnel will give you the idea how the labors work to get the silver. It really hard to work under having water problems, and the shortage of light and fresh air in the past. Please visit Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine, you will not regret!!

This is a great place to take a walk and it is a important place during Japanese history. It provide funds during 15~16 century. The Major issue is lack of English resource. It is hard for Foreign visitors to understand the picture by using audio guide. As a UNESCO site, I think it is reasonable to training small number of English guide.

For a first time visitor by car, this is the safer and easier place to park your car. You will have to take a public bus from this center to the gateway to the Iwami-Ginzan area, which is basically one narrow street stretching from lower part of the creek to the upper part of the creek. The bus ride would cost yen 240 (US$2 or less), while the car park was free and abundant at this center. It turned out that getting a rental bicycle (electric powered one at yen 700 for two hours) at a former gas station near the lower bus stop would be ideal lakes you enjoy uphill walk without shades for 2 km or so.

This museum is not a typical tourist attraction or scenic landmark, but a serious place dedicated to learning about the history of the region. Its exhibits are carefully curated to provide educational value rather than entertainment, making it ideal for visitors with a genuine interest in the area's historical development. A worthwhile stop for those seeking depth and context in their travels.

Nice historical place with the beautiful nature of the mountain

If you want to park for free and take the bus to the village it’s a good way to get there. But walking alone is probably out of the option considering the ‘caution bears’ sign

Great center that introduces to the whole history of the mining region in quite an interactive way! Almost all the information is accompanied with English translation which is very nice. It is only 20 min walk from the center of the charming Omori village. So, if anyone is interested, I had a perfect day taking a 10:15am bus from Hiroshima directly to this center, learned about mining, walked to Omori and browsed it around a bit (it is gorgeous!), and from there took a 15 min ride (google maps knows it all) on a very cute small electric bus to the Ryugenji mine shaft (open to public without guides). And finally hiked from there for three hours through majestic forest to one of the most authentic hot springs in the country in Yunotsu. Memorable day full of history, nature, hiking, and relaxation!

A must stop for any history, geology or geography enthusiast. Wonderful presentation, amazing staff, just awesome.

This center highlights the contributions of Japan to earth in terms of Silver. Not many may know that Japan was mining 90% of the world's supply of silver 300 years ago... recommend a visit. The trails are good too for the hiking enthusiasts.

After visiting Izumo Taisha, we took a little side-trip up the coast and quite enjoyed our visit to this lighthouse. You get a good workout going up the stairs and are then rewarded with a beautiful view from the top. You also can learn a little about its history and design, as well as those of other lighthouses around Japan.

Free parking. Nice views and interesting volcanic rock formations. You can walk to the temple from here.

An awesome place to visit! The views from the top are incredible! And exploring the surrounding coast is just as cool. The formations of the cliffs are so intriguing. It cost us 300yen to go up the lighthouse, it was well worth it!

The majestic and magnificent lighthouse offers an excellent view after climbing up, but the prerequisite is that you must have great courage and physical strength. During the climb, you can browse information about Japan's 100 Selected Lighthouses. There is also a display hut next to the lighthouse that explains the history and operation procedures of the lighthouse. A visit here is definitely worthwhile.

Very beautiful view! It is advisable to go in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the heat. Not many people come here during weekday, so it was nice to to have the whole place for yourself. There is a trekking path nearby if you want to enjoy the view of the sea. The lighthouse has 6-7 floors, the last stair was really scary to climb. But it is worth climbing to the top. Beautiful view with breezing wind. There are some restaurants and cafes nearby too.

Iconic place. You can climb the lighthouse and the view from there is awesome.

It’s a nice lighthouse but beware of the snakes and jojo spiders on the way up.

The train station and its surrounding area is also absolutely stunning! Lovely view!

Beautiful station.

Beautiful journey to Izumo Taisha

An old train is displayed outside the station so you can look around freely

A beautiful station.

Beautiful station

A nice little station.

One of Japan's most ancient and revered shrines. The grounds are quite spacious and contains quite a large number of buildings/structures. If you like Shinto architecture, you will no doubt enjoy the beautifully curved lines of the cedar rooves. Although many shrines display large and beautiful ropes, those at one of the buildings in the compound are definitely the largest I have ever seen. The atmosphere is very serene, and it is well worth a side-trip if you are in Shimane.

The Izumooyashiro is amazing. The place is clean, quiet and beautiful. The handmade gigantic rope hanging over the jinsha is a wonderful sight, you will simple be amazed by the work of Japanese people. And it is quite easy to go there by local train, the minus point will only be, as the local train only runs 1 or at most 2 per hour, you better check the local train timetable carefully (especially if you travelled with JR like me), and reserved enough time as you need to buy separate train tickets to visit the oyashiro.

One of Japan’s most impressive shrines — said to be the second largest in the country. The scale is grand and awe-inspiring, yet the grounds feel calm and spacious. Fewer tourists than Kyoto’s big-name sites make for a more peaceful experience. A must-visit if you're in the Izumo region.

Come and visit. No need to describe what you can feel in the place. Before you can read about the rules of the temple and treat everyone with respect.

Legend has it that eight million gods hold an annual meeting here. There are four torii gates. The largest torii made of white stone is located at the end of the road in front of Izumo Taisha Shrine, the black wooden torii is located at the front of the road, the iron torii is inside Izumo Taisha Shrine, and the copper torii is closest to the shrine. It takes at least 10 minutes to walk to the shrine from the outside road. Dedicated to Okuninushi, Izumo Taisha Shrine covers a huge area and is very comfortable to walk in. It is definitely a shrine that cannot be missed among Japanese shrines. What is special is that the way of worship here is different from other shrines in Japan. The way of worship here is two bows, four claps, and one bow.

I was finally able to visit Izumo Taisha Shrine, which I had longed to do. You will probably be more impressed if you read a book on Japanese mythology and gain some background knowledge, since this is a god who appears in the Kojiki 古事記 and Nihon Shoki 日本書紀.

Izumo Taisha is a magical destination for anyone seeking love or connection. Dedicated to Okuninushi, the deity of marriage, this ancient Shinto shrine in Shimane exudes a serene, spiritual vibe. The towering main hall and massive shimenawa rope are awe-inspiring, while the enmusubi (matchmaking) prayers create a hopeful atmosphere. I offered a prayer for meaningful relationships and bought an enmusubi charm as a keepsake. The grounds buzz with stories of couples finding love here. Despite some crowds, the experience was uplifting, leaving me inspired by the shrine’s romantic legacy. A must-visit for love-seekers!

Definitely worth seeing. Lots of local history here and pares well with visiting Izumo Taisha. Totally baby friendly. You can use their free strollers. There is a nursing room. There is also a play corner for kids. The cafe inside was also delicious!

Tranquil and well organized museum. Very friendly staff, ready to help out in English. English audio option is a bit limited, especially in the stories of myth section (which I have the most interest in). Cafe Maru at L2 offers generous portion of delicious food (I was tempted to try their dessert, but was too full!). The cafe has great view, making the meal more enjoyable.The area surrounding is beautiful, great for taking a stroll. If you want to enjoy the view but tired of walking, go to L3, there are two benches facing the outdoor. If you exit from the west gate, there is a shortcut to Izumo Taisha, covered with well trimmed bonsai and flowers (save the trouble of walking up hill)

Quite a large and comprehensive museum about the history of ancient Izumo and the surrounding area. Definitely worth a visit for anyone who likes history and culture. Foreign visitors can get a discount after showing their passport or other document. Some panels have English, and most videos have English subtitles. It is located very close to Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine. There's is a small cafe and museum shop located inside.

Great museum to know more about Izumo Taisha. Introducing the past of the shrine, history of Japan in general, some mythologies in the world. The content are rich and there are some video sessions intriguing the mythology stories and history in Shimane and Izumo. And the beautiful garden outside is also relaxing.

You can see the evidence of ancient huge shrines pillars here. It can be possible to build huge shrine with only woods. And excellent view from the cafe is also recommend.

Although Shimane prefecture has a sensitive political dispute with Korea, the exhibits were pretty much objective and the staff were nice, which made me feel pacifist vibes are mainstream in the civilian sector. A cool 358 piece bronze dagger that was found at once was displayed in the exhibit room, and that also indicates Korea and Japan were linked tightly and friendly back in the ancient days (the style of dagger is only found in Korean peninsula and Japan). Many cool archaeological stuff are there.

Great to understand the architecture of the Izumo Shrine, and how are the differences among other Shrines in Japan. Plus the bronze wares found in ancient Izumo, and the fairy tales of the Izumo. Great to spend some time here and the entrance fee has 50% discount for visitors.

This temple truly feels like a beloved place for the local community rather than a tourist destination. Few visitors come just for the sightseeing, which adds to its serene, authentic atmosphere. The approach to the temple is lined with a majestic, almost intimidating presence that sets a sacred tone even before you arrive. Dedicated to a deity of sight, it holds a special place in the hearts of those seeking blessings for their sight. A quiet and powerful spiritual place.

The autumn color is beautiful. Parking space is plenty but costs 500 Yen. Please also note that no tripod or monopod is allowed inside and the distance between parking area and the entrance is 15 plus minutes walk uphill.

Very beautifu Templo

The people in the temple were kind.

Peaceful

One of the most amazing beautiful view all over the Matsue Lake

Quiet temple