Nearby sightseeing

A shrine famous for matchmaking and as a power spot.
The enshrined deity is the eldest son of Okuninushi no Mikoto, the guardian deity of fishing, good fortune, and business.
Ebisu-sama) and Mihotsuhime no Mikoto Okuninushi no Mikoto
This is the head office of over 3,000 Ebisu Shrine throughout Japan.
Mihonoseki Shrine and Izumo Oyashiro (Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine) are husband and wife, with a parent-child relationship.
For this reason, it has been said since ancient times that visiting both shrines brings good fortune, and so visiting both shrines is a well-known practice.
Furthermore, based on the belief that "Ebisu-sama is fond of musical instruments," many ancient musical instruments have been dedicated to the shrine.

【Address】608 Mihonoseki, Mihonoseki Town, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture 690-1501
【Tel】0852-73-0506

Mihonoseki flourished during Edo Period as a port of call for Kitamae ships on their western voyages.
Aoishidatami Street from Miho Shrine to Bukkokuji Temple was bustling with many people.
The townscape, which retains the atmosphere of the time, and the blue-cobblestone streets create a relaxed atmosphere.
It's also fun to interact with the warm local people.

【Address】690-1501 Mihonoseki, Mihonoseki Town, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture
【Tel】0852-72-2811(Matsue Tourism Association Mihonoseki Branch)

This temple has records indicating that Emperor Gotoba and Emperor Godaigo stayed here when they were exiled to Oki.
In addition, there are five Buddhist statues, including a seated statue Yakushi Nyorai Buddha), which is National Important Cultural Property.

【Address】530 Mihonoseki, Mihonoseki Town, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture 690-1501
【Tel】0852-73-0712

A French-style lighthouse built in 1898.
Made of stone, it is the oldest lighthouse Sanin.
From 73 meters above sea level, you can enjoy an exclusive panoramic view of the Sea of Japan.
It has also been selected as one of the 100 most historic lighthouses in the world.

【Address】690-1501 Mihonoseki, Mihonoseki Town, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture
【Tel】0852-72-2811(Matsue Tourism Association Mihonoseki Branch)

■Meteor Plaza
The unique exterior, resembling a meteorite that fell onto a private house in Mihonoseki Town, is quite striking.
The first floor houses the Oki Kisen terminal and Meteor Hall.
There is a relaxation room on the second floor and Meteor Museum on the fourth floor, which displays meteorites.

【Address】3246-1 Shichirui, Mihonoseki Town, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture 690-1311
【Tel】0852-72-3939
【Opening Hours】9:00 to 17:00 / Closed on Wednesdays(If it is a public holiday, the following day)
【Fare】Adults: 500 yen / Junior and senior high school students: 350 yen / 250 yen/elementary school student

■Mihonoseki meteorite
On December 10, 1992, at around 9:00 PM, a stone fell onto a private house in Mihonoseki Town.
It was later discovered that this rock was a microplanet that was born 4.6 billion years ago, at the same time as the solar system was born.
It turned out to be a rock that had been traveling through space for 61 million years.
The actual meteorite, named "Mihonoseki meteorite," is on permanent display on the 4th floor Meteor Plaza.
Why not experience the mysteries of the universe?

Deep cobalt blue sea.
It makes you feel as if you are on a southern island.
There are many beautiful beaches nearby with 100% clear water.
How about spending a lovely summer at this beautiful beach?

Why not try stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) for the first time at Kitaura Swimming Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Sanin?
I'm sure it will become a fond memory.

~SUP SHOP Kairaku Matsue~
【Opening Hours】9:30 to 12:00 / 13:30 to 16:00 *Reservation required.
【Fare】5,000 yen per adult
For further details, please contact us at the address listed below.
【Tel】0852-28-0756 or 090-4651-6415(Representative:Ishii)

Welcome to the world of monsters.
Mizuki Shigeru Museum will reopen on April 20, 2024.
The life and world of manga artist Shigeru Mizuki, who hails from Sakaiminato City.
Wednesday and Thursday's collection of monsters from around the world.
The museum exhibits a wide range of objects created exclusively by the museum, focusing on valuable items.
Experience the richness of Wednesday and Thursday's imagination and have fun creating.
I hope you take home some greatness with you.

【Opening Hours】From 9:30 to 18:00(Reception until 17:30)
【Closed days】Open 365 days

Familiar monsters appear one after another.
Kitaro, a character appearing in Shigeru Mizuki's manga GeGeGe no Kitaro,
Cute yokai such as Nezumi Otoko and Medama Oyaji
This bronze object will guide you into the world of monsters.

A shrine where wishes come true with the power of yokai.

Sakaiminato in the Sea of Japan.
Located right in front of Sakai Fishing Port, the shop is stocked with fresh fish that have just been auctioned off.
The fish are extremely fresh, there is a wide variety, and even just looking at the diverse seasonal seafood is enjoyable.
You can also eat in the store.

【Opening Hours】From 8:00 to 16:00
【Regular holiday】Tuesday
【Tel】0859-30-3857

. "Daikoku-sama of Izumo Oyashiro (Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine) and Ebisu-sama of Miho Shrine"
These two shrines are located on the east and west sides of Shimane Peninsula,
Miho Shrine to the east and Izumo Oyashiro (Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine) to the west are enshrined facing each other.
Furthermore, Mihotsuhime no Mikoto Okuninushi no Mikoto Izumo Oyashiro (Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine) and Mihotsuhime-no-Mikoto and Kotoshironushi- Kotoshironushi no Mikoto enshrined at Miho Shrine,
Since the relationship between husband and wife and parent and child is the same, it is believed that if you visit both shrines, your wishes will come true.
Many people visit both shrines.

【Address】195 Kizukihigashi, Taisha Town, Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture 699-0701
【Tel】0853-53-3100

The beginning of the world, the age of the Yaorozu Gods...
There was a giant god in Izumo.
The giant thought, "The land of Izumo where clouds rise, is small, young, and incomplete."
I found some "country surplus" on Noto Peninsula.
We pulled it in with a rope while chanting, "Kuniko, Kuniko."
And then it was sewn together. "Mihonoseki"
It is said that the rope used at that time is now Yumigahama Beach, and the stakes were made by Mt. Oyama.
It is also a magnificent story.

Kotoshironushi no Mikoto enshrined at Miho Shrine is Ebisu-sama.
He is the eldest son of Okuninushi no Mikoto, the deity enshrined at Izumo Oyashiro (Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine) Shrine.
To Okuninushi-no Okuninushi no Mikoto, who once ruled Izumo Province,
Takemikazuchi-no-kami descended as an emissary of Amaterasu Omikami and negotiated the transfer of the land.
Okuninushi no Mikoto hastily sent a messenger to Mihonoseki Kotoshironushi no Mikoto,
After consultation, Kotoshironushi no Mikoto replied, "You should yield."
Then they built a fence of sakaki leaves into the sea and hid themselves there.
And the transfer of power was carried out smoothly.
Morotabune Shinji (Many-Handed Boat Ritual) and Aofushigaki Shinji( Blue brushwood fence ritual) are performed based on this historical event.
The two festivals held at Miho Shrine recreate the scenes from that time and continue to this day.