Chugoku and Shikoku Region

Daisen-Oki National Park

PIXTA

Daisen-Oki National Park is a national park of mountains, islands, and the sea, consisting of Mount Daisen, the highest peak in the Chugoku region, and other mountains such as Mount Funakami, Mount Hiruzen, Mount Mitoku, and Mount Sanbei, the Oki Islands, which are recognized as a UNESCO World Geopark, and the Shimane Peninsula coast, which is recognized as a Japan Geopark. This national park is the stage for myths and mountain worship, and is dotted with Izumo-taisha Shrine and other places of historical interest related to myths, as well as Mt. Many traditional Shinto rituals and festivals are still held in the area, and the lifestyle that has been handed down along with mythology and mountain worship is blended into the natural landscape of mountains, islands, and the sea. The charm of Daisen-Oki National Park lies in the fact that visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities in the mountains, islands, and ocean while experiencing the lifestyle that can be called the original landscape of Japan. (Source: Ministry of the Environment website https://www.env.go.jp/nature/nationalparks/list/)

Activity

Izumo Taisha Shrine Guided Walking Tour with Exclusive Access to Praying Hall

Highlights

・Explore Okuizumo's rich tatara iron heritage with an expert guide ・Step into the historic Sakurai residence and garden, home of renowned iron craftsmen in Okuizumo. ・Visit Sugaya Tatara, a preserved tatara iron making site and an inspiration for Princess Mononoke. ・Marvel at Okuizumo's terraced rice fields, a testament to sustainable agriculture. ・Enjoy a seamless journey with optional drop-off at Izumo Enmusubi Airport.

Detail

Summary

Uncover the secrets of tatara iron making, pivotal in the creation of samurai swords, on a journey through Okuizumo. Explore historical sites and the real-life inspiration for the enchanting world of Princess Mononoke.

Location shimane

Operating Hours 7hours

Required time all day

Transportation None

Meal None

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Okuizumo tatara iron manufacturing tour

Highlights

・Explore Okuizumo's rich tatara iron heritage with an expert guide. ・Step into the historic Sakurai residence and garden, home of renowned iron craftsmen in Okuizumo. ・Visit Sugaya Tatara, a preserved tatara iron making site and an inspiration for Princess Mononoke. ・Marvel at Okuizumo's terraced rice fields, a testament to sustainable agriculture. ・Enjoy a seamless journey with optional drop-off at Izumo Enmusubi Airport.

Detail

Summary

Location Matsue , Shimane

Operating Hours In the morning

Required time 8.5hours

Transportation None

Meal None

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