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5 best local dishes to eat in Shimane prefecture

Aug 21, 2023
BY Louise Granval

Shimane is located in the western part of Honshu, Japan's main island. This region has a very long and rich history that started thousands of years ago. During the Jomon period (-13 000 to 400 before JC), the region was inhabited by hunter-gatherers and was also […]

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Yutorelo Tsuwano, a Japanese traditional ryokan to stay in Shimane Prefecture

Mar 31, 2023
BY Jessica Iragne

Tsuwano, often called “Little Kyoto,” is a charming area in Shimane Prefecture located just along the border with Yamaguchi Prefecture. Surrounded by nature, it is known for its picturesque main street lined with Edo-era buildings and Koi ponds, and also for its river and other attractions […]

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