Shimane-ken

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Introducing Shimane-ken

Along the northern San-in coastline on the Sea of Japan, Shimane-ken is off the beaten track but well worth the effort of visiting. Cities are few and far between, the pace of life is decidedly slower than on the San-yō coast and locals seem particularly friendly towards visitors. Highlights include Tsuwano, a quiet, unspoilt mountain town; the great shrine at Izumo; and Matsue, where the writer and Japanophile Lafcadio Hearn lived.

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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009

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