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Izumo is not just a city with Izumo Shrine.

Here are some of the places you have to visit when you’re out in Izumo.

First, you must try Izumo Soba(buckwheat noodles.) Izumo soba is made of unhusked grains making the color darker and the aroma stronger. Check out SOBA TANAKA-YA on wavisavinavi.

A brackish lake in Shimane Prefecture called Lake Shinji is characterized by the abundance of aquatic life, and you can visit Shinjiko Nature Museum Gobius to observe its unique underwater world.

Why not take a break from your busy schedule, relax and learn how life cycles unfold. Shimane is also known for its traditional crafts . You can take a walk inside Shussai-gama Pottery where Bernerd Leach came to give technical training. Interested in how its trademark deep blue color glaze, “Shussai Blue” is born? The firing process occurs only a few times a year so you’ll be lucky if you witness it.

If you’re into fine wine, Shimane Winery is the place to go. It’s a very popular spot for tourists, with over a million visitors every year. You can take a winery tour and taste their 10 kinds of wines made from Delaware grapes.

Izumo offers a wide range of experience in many aspects of spirituality, nature and traditions. Do not miss out!