A guide for short trips in and around Kobe, Japan

Matsue

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A castle town on the Japan Sea and next to a large lake. A short way out of town by bus is a river gorge with interesting rock formations and very interesting statues carved into the rocks. A long trip but worth it.

From Okayama take the San-in Line to Matsue (about 3 hours). There is plenty of accommodation available.

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photo by Bernard Gagnon

Izumo

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If you are in Matsue you might as well go to Izumo which is the next station to the west. About an hour by train. In Izumo there is a very ancient shrine which is very large and simple. A short bus ride away is a lighthouse with some wonderful views of the Japan Sea.

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photo by 663highland