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The old Taisha Station was opened in 1912, and was closed in 1990. The present building was built in 1924, and is unusual in that it incorporates elements of shrine architecture into its design. It was designated as an important cultural property of Japan in 2004. Opening Times: 9:00am – 5:00pm Access: Turn left out [...]
DETAILMomen Kaido (Cotton Road) is located in Hirata, and is an old merchants’ quarter. Many sake distilleries and soy sauce makers that were established in the Edo Period remain, and many continue to work in the original buildings. The area was famous for its cotton, which, along with other products, was transported out to Osaka [...]
DETAILIzumo Taisha-mae Station on the Ichibata Railway is the nearest station to Izumo Taisha. It was built in 1930 in a Western style, and is now a designated cultural property of Japan. You can rent bicycles at the station, although cycling in the Izumo Taisha shrine grounds is prohibited. As you come out of the building, [...]
DETAILMatsue English Garden is located on the shores of Lake Shinji, and boasts over 500 species of plants. It was constructed in the traditional style of an English garden, and its full-time gardeners work throughout the year to maintain its beauty. The garden and neighbouring building has festivals, concerts and other events throughout the year. [...]
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