Kamosu Shrine

神魂神社

The main shrine is a national treasure, and its stone staircase, which is built out of a stack of massive natural stones, is magnificent

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Kamosu Shrine boasts a magnificent rock staircase built out of a stack of massive natural stones. The shrine has an austere and calm atmosphere, fitting for the home of the gods of ancient Izumo. It is said to answer prayers for marriage, conception, safe childbirth, and commercial prosperity. The main shrine is said to be the oldest existing example of a main shrine building in the Taisha architectural style, and is designated a national treasure. At first glance the main shrine appears to be constructed from plain wood, but originally it is believed to have been colored, and the main shrine’s inner chamber features richly-colored wall paintings. Also enshrined here are old iron pots that the shrine’s deities are said to have ridden when descending to the shrine from the heavens.

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ACTIVITIES
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Mini Tatami Mattress Making

Visit this traditional tatami studio and learn how to make your very own mini tatami mattress

E.T’s Dango Making Experience

Make dango with Japanese language teachers Emi & Etsuko

National Park, Cruising and Local Seafood Plan

Cruise along the Eastern Shimane Peninsula

Cooking Class w/ Atsuko Nishimoto from Japanese Food Conceirge

Japanese Bentos are all the trend!

Kimono rental around Matsue Castle

Dress up in an elegant kimono and explore the Matsue Castle townscape

Ichibata Yakushi Zazen Experience (tea and sweets incl.)

A quiet time to reflect on oneself

Japanese Sword Experience

Rare! Special Japanese sword experience. Welcome to the world of a samurai

Cycling Guide

Traveling with a guide is even more fun!

Mini Tatami Mattress Making

Visit this traditional tatami studio and learn how to make your very own mini tatami mattress

E.T’s Dango Making Experience

Make dango with Japanese language teachers Emi & Etsuko

National Park, Cruising and Local Seafood Plan

Cruise along the Eastern Shimane Peninsula

Cooking Class w/ Atsuko Nishimoto from Japanese Food Conceirge

Japanese Bentos are all the trend!

Kimono rental around Matsue Castle

Dress up in an elegant kimono and explore the Matsue Castle townscape

Ichibata Yakushi Zazen Experience (tea and sweets incl.)

A quiet time to reflect on oneself

Japanese Sword Experience

Rare! Special Japanese sword experience. Welcome to the world of a samurai

Cycling Guide

Traveling with a guide is even more fun!

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