2025 Matsue Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Introducing must-visit tourist spots in Shimane with breathtaking views✍🏻 (All photos are from May 2024) ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ This is "Yushien" in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture I went to see both the pink "30,000 Pond Peony" held every Golden Week and the "Golden Pond Peony" that can only be seen on the last two days🌼 The peonies floating in the pond are really beautiful🥺✨ They are carefully placed by hand one by one💭 They turn yellow for the last two days, but by the next morning they have turned completely yellow...! It must be really hard to change from pink to yellow in one night...🥹 Thank you, craftsmen🙏 ＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿ 🌸30,000 pond peonies (2024) April 29th (Monday, holiday) - May 4th (Saturday, holiday) 🌼Yellow Garden Festival (Golden pond peonies) May 5th (Sunday) and 6th (Monday) ＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿　＿ ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ ✍🏻 ᴛʀɪᴘ ᴛɪᴘs ˊ˗ From the window seats at the cafe, you can avoid the crowds and enjoy the view at your leisure. Recommended 🥹✨ If it's full, you have to write your name and wait, but it's nice to be able to wait with a reserved window seat 💫 ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ ✍🏻 ɪɴғᴏʀᴍᴀᴛɪᴏɴ (As of October 2024) Yushien Garden 📍Address: 1260-2 Namiiri, Yatsuka-cho, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture 🚐Parking: Available ⏰Opening hours: 10:00-17:00 (last admission 30 minutes before closing) 🎫Admission fee: 1,400 yen for adults, 700 yen for elementary, junior high, and high school students ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ #Domestic travel #Shimane trip #Shimane sightseeing #tripDomestic travel

This is a sacred well in Tamatsukuri Onsen. It has long been called "Yuaka no Ido" and water was pumped up to offer to the Yuyakushido. Although it is a hot spring town, carp used to swim in the river. It is no longer in use as a well, but it has been introduced as a tourist spot that combines carp and love. ✱----------------------------------------------- [Name] Yuaka no Ido (Koirai Ido) [Location] Tamatsukuri Onsen, Tamayu-cho, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture Visit date: June 2024 -----------------------------------------------✱ #Solo travel #Tamatsukuri Onsen #Morning activity #Nature #Shimane tourism #Tamatsukuri #Matsue

🌟 [Tamasakuyu Shrine] 🌟 I had a heartwarming experience at Tamasakuyu Shrine in Tamasaku Onsen ✨ Here, you can make a handmade amulet by putting your wish into a stone ☺️ The steps for worshiping and making an amulet are as follows: 1. Worship: First, worship at Tamasakuyu Shrine and purify your heart 🙏. Pass through the torii gate, purify your hands and mouth at the chozuya (purification fountain), then proceed to the main shrine and make the usual worship😌 2. Making an amulet: - Selecting a stone: Pay 600 yen at the shrine office and receive a stone that will come true - Writing a wish: Write your wish on a piece of paper✍️ - Finishing: Cleanse the stone, place the stone against Yuyamanushi no Okami and put your wish into the stone You can take the stone with your wish home as it is and make it your own amulet✨ [Access] Tamasakuyu Shrine is located near Tamazukuri Onsen, and can be accessed by bus or car from Izumo City. Be sure to visit while strolling around the hot spring town🌸. #Tamasakuyu Shrine #handmade amulet #wish #put a wish into a stone #hot spring town #worship #Japanese shrine #travel #Tamazukuri Onsen #Shimane travel #Shimane sightseeing #japan #0 yen travel

🍽️ Shimane's exquisite gourmet spot "Ajidokoro Matsuya" If you visit Shimane Prefecture, you can't miss "Ajidokoro Matsuya," where you can eat delicious crab dishes and seafood. This restaurant's red snow crab set meal is very filling and excellent value for money! The set meal is filled with fresh red snow crab, and you're sure to be impressed by its deliciousness with just one bite 🦀✨ "Ajidokoro Matsuya" is famous as a popular restaurant that has a long line. I also went to write my name before the opening and decided to wait, but it was worth it! Even if there is a wait, it's all worth it the moment you eat the set meal 🧡 The red snow crab set meal comes with plenty of crab meat and a wide variety of side dishes, and it looks gorgeous. This dish highlights the sweetness and freshness of the crab, and you can enjoy the seafood of Shimane 🦀🧡 📍Address: 716 Moriyama, Mihonoseki-cho, Matsue-shi, Shimane 690-1312 🕰Business hours: 11:00-14:30 / (Ends when sold out) We went to write our names at around 8am and toured the area until it opened 🧡 Budget: About 2,000-5,000 yen Please refer to the menu in the photo❣️ Enjoy the delicious red snow crab set meal at "Ajidokoro Matsuya" and enjoy the gourmet food of Shimane! #Ajidokoro Matsuya #Shimane gourmet #Red snow crab #Seafood set meal #Japan trip #Eating tour #Restaurant with a line #Gourmet food #Crab lover #Tottori trip #Tottori trip #0 yen trip

It's really close to the station, about 1-2 minutes walk from Matsue Station. Tokyu Hotel is divided into three brands: Tokyu Hotel → Tokyu Excel → Tokyu REI. Tokyu Excel is in the middle, but personally I feel that Excel is more stylish and newer than Tokyu Hotel. It's close to the station, the surrounding area is not crowded, and it's really calm, with many department stores, convenience stores, and restaurants. The room is spacious enough for one person. Above all, I couldn't hear the sound of the rain or the voices of people from other rooms, so I felt like there were no people around. If you're in Matsue, I also recommend Tokyu Excel Hotel. (As of June 2nd, Matsue Tokyu Excel Hotel is still only accepting national travel support on its official website or direct reservations.) #Matsue #Shimane Prefecture #Matsue Excel Hotel Tokyu

#Overseas travel#Japanese travel#Japan Next to the samurai-yashiki-dori in Sakura, there is an ancient bamboo forest path called "Jackdaw Saka". Whenever a gust of wind blows, the rustling of bamboo leaves and the rattling of green bamboos... Walking on the bamboo forest path, you feel magical Refreshing and relaxing😆😆 A large piece of bamboo grows along both sides of the trail. It is dense and stretches straight upward, blocking the sky and light. The sunlight trying to pass through leaves a beautiful shadow of bamboo leaves on the ground📸️📸️ It must be a beautiful check-in point transportation It's about a 15-minute walk from JR "Sakura" Station

Songjiang City, a place where people are less beautiful, an intoxicating sunset located in Songjiang City, the capital of Shimane Prefecture in Japan, is definitely not a popular place. There are not many tourists, but it is a small beauty! Songjiang City with Tianshou Pavilion is one of the must-have places, overlooking the city view of Songjiang City! From Songjiang City, you can walk along the bridge to the Shimane Prefectural Museum of Art. It is not only a strong design, but also a beautiful place to watch the sunset! Transportation: Take JR to reach Songjiang Station! You can take a sightseeing bus in the city or walk on foot! Travel Tips: There are no restaurants and convenience stores around the location where you watch the sunset. Friends who want to wait for the sunset and are hungry remember to buy food and water! In addition, the evening before sunset is the best time to shoot backlit portraits, don't miss it!

#HotPlacesInJapan Located at Lake Shinjimisaki in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, this museum has the themes of "an art museum in harmony with water" and "an art museum enveloped in the sunset." The building has a wavy curve and a beautiful lake spreads out before you. It is inspired by the "beach" that connects the water surface and the land. The designer, Kikutake Kiyonori, has worked on the architecture of many art galleries and museums. °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•° •°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• 🔹Permanent Exhibition Shimane Art Museum has a collection of about 3,000 ukiyo-e prints. From the Katsushika Hokusai Collection, which has about 1,600 pieces, about 40 pieces of Hokusai's prints and original paintings are on display (all pieces are replaced approximately once a month). °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•° •°•°•°•°•°• There are many corners that you can enjoy even without a ticket 🆓Art Library You can browse art-related books 🆓Kids Library A space where parents and children can relax while reading picture books 🆓Outdoor Sculptures Sculptures are installed on the premises, including in outdoor parks °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•° •°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• 🔹Opening hours October to February 10:00 to 18:30 (Entry to the exhibition room is until 18:00) March to September 10:00 to 30 minutes after sunset (Entry to the exhibition room is until sunset) °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• Access 📍〒690-0049 1-5 Sodeshi-cho, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture 📍About 4km from Matsue Nishi IC on the San'in Expressway, about 10 minutes Museum parking lot (230 cars) is free for up to 3 hours 📍About 2km from JR Matsue Station, about 10 minutes by bus About 1km on foot, about 15 minutes 📍About 2km from Matsue Shinjiko Onsen Station, about 15 minutes by bus About 1.5km on foot, about 20 minutes #Domestic travel #Solo travel #Shimane #Shimane sightseeing #Matsue #Lake Shinji #Shimane Museum of Art

The hotel is about 500m from the north exit of Matsue Station, approximately a 7-minute walk, making it very convenient for business and sightseeing. I stayed in a single room, 13 square meters. Bed size: 120cm x 195cm There is a door between the bedroom and the entrance door. There is a TV in the bathroom. 🔹Free Services Welcome drink, post-bath ice cream, late-night ramen, lactic acid drink Location: ★★★★★ Cleanliness: ★★★★★ Amenities: ★★☆☆☆ (No amenities for women) 📍 498-1 Asahi-cho, Matsue-shi, Shimane 690-0003 📍 Matsue Castle: about 2km, approximately 10 minutes by car 📍 Shimane Art Museum: about 1km, approximately 5 minutes by car

#Domestic travel tips Shimane Prefecture crab 🦀

Shimane Prefecture, located in the San'in region, is the least popular prefecture in Japan for tourism, but there are still many places worth exploring. Matsue Castle is about one kilometer away from JR Matsue Station, not too far 🕰️Business hours: After 8:30 🗓️Itinerary: If you depart from JR Matsue Station, it is recommended to take a bus. You can get off at the prefectural office on the North Loop Line in the city. It is very convenient

📍Shimane Prefecture I went around Shimane Prefecture for two days and one night. I'll introduce the spots I visited by train in order. ⚫︎Lake Shinji Cafe A cafe that opens at the time the sun sets☕️ Please check the "sunset index" announced by the Matsue Tourism Association every day Opening hours: Days with beautiful sunsets/irregular Access: JR Matsue Station, about 20 minutes on foot There is an official Instagram, so be sure to check it out if you're interested ⚫︎Cotton Highway Hirata flourished as a market town for cotton distribution during the Edo and Meiji periods. You can enjoy local gourmet food and history while walking through the nostalgic streets🍡 Access: Unshu Hirata Station, on foot ⚫︎Izumo Taisha Shrine The size of the shimenawa is more impressive than in the photo. Actually, I had mistaken the worship hall for the kagura hall at first, so I thought it was small in real life, but I was wrong. The kagura hall is next to the worship hall. Please be careful if you are going for the first time or if you don't have a guidebook with you. #ShimanePrefecture #ShimaneTourism #DomesticTravel #FreeHotelAccommodation

#2月好去地方2025 Matsue Flower and Bird Garden is located in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture. It is conveniently located. You only need to take the Ichibata Electric Railway to Matsue Flower and Bird Garden Station and walk for about one minute to arrive. It has the world's largest greenhouse, and the flowers that change with the seasons are a feast for the eyes, especially the owl show and penguin walk show, which attract the attention of countless tourists. Walking in this sea of ​​flowers, I feel the beauty of nature and the vitality of life. The fragrance of flowers fills the air, the birds sing melodiously, and it seems as if time has stood still. Here, the mind is liberated and all worries and pressures are blown away by the wind. Every visit makes me love this land more and makes me deeply appreciate the preciousness and harmony of nature. 🌿💖 #Matsue Flower and Bird Garden #Tourism Experience #Beauty of Shimane #Natural Journey

#1月好去地方2025 "Put the Japanese paper in the pond, and the pattern that emerges can predict your love relationship!" After the miko said this, the boys at the scene collectively took three steps back. Mom forced the paper on Xiaohang: "The turtle floating on the surface represents longevity. Look! There is a Shinkansen pattern on your paper!" "No! It's clearly a White Rabbit missile train!" Xiaohang pointed at the SL steam train next to the shrine to protest, but the paper sank to the bottom of the pool. The witch laughed awkwardly: "Does this mean...you will be a railway fan in the future?"

#1月好去地方2025 The rented parent-child cooperative car is equipped with a "sunset bell". The boss winked: "When you hear the jingle, you must sprint with all your strength to catch the tail of the sun!" When the lake surface gradually changed from orange-red to purple-gold, Xiaoxun suddenly shouted: "There are gold coins flashing in the water!" "That's a clam shell," the father braked to take a photo, but found that his daughter in the back seat had already jumped into the shallows to "pan for gold" and picked up a hand full of clams: "It's more cost-effective than catching goldfish at the temple fair!"

If you want to relax in a Japanese-style hotel with hot springs in Matsue, this is definitely the place for you. The entire building is covered in tatami mats from the entrance, and you walk around barefoot or in the socks provided. It feels like you're at home and can relax. Roll around on the tatami mats, soak in the hot springs, and eat an all-you-can-eat salmon roe bowl. I think your stay in Matsue will be very fulfilling. 1. Staff Service The front desk and restaurant staff were very polite and kind. I had a great time! 2. Hotel Type: Hot Spring Hotel A Japanese-style hotel with tatami mats throughout. You take your shoes off, so it feels more like a ryokan, even though it's a hotel. 3. Transportation and Access About a 12-minute walk from JR Matsue Station. It's a bit of a walk, but it's worth stopping by while exploring the town. 4. Recommended for staying at this hotel ✅ Relax in the hot springs and sauna ✅ I like the calming Japanese atmosphere ✅ Use it as a base for sightseeing in Matsue 5. Room information ・Amenities: towels, body soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush, hair dryer, etc. ・Room facilities: Serta bed, LCD TV, refrigerator, air conditioner with humidifier, Wi-Fi ・Bathroom and toilet: Heated toilet. Shower in room (we recommend using the large public bath!) ・Laundry: Free washing machine and dryer (detergent is also free) on the 11th floor 6. Special services and facilities ・Hot springs and sauna: A large natural hot spring bath on the top floor. Self-loyly sauna and cold bath also available. ・Breakfast (charged): → A wide variety of menus using ingredients from Shimane! → There is also tempura and an all-you-can-eat ikura bowl, so you can start your day in luxury. ・Free late-night noodles (21:30-23:00) ・Post-bath service: Ice cream and lactobacillus drinks are also provided. It's nice to see such little touches. 7. Recommended nearby spots ・Matsue Castle (national treasure) ・Lake Shinji (beautiful sunsets) ・Kamimusubi Shrine (Japan's oldest shrine) #Hotel review #Shimane Prefecture #Matsue

Well, I went to Shimane Prefecture in winter! Shimane Prefecture faces the Sea of ​​Japan and is known as the "place of gods," with Izumo Taisha, famous for the god of matchmaking. I did a little research on Shimane Prefecture and found something very interesting. In Japan, October is called "Kannazuki," but in Shimane Prefecture it is called "Kamiarizuki." The reason is that gods from all over the country gather in Shimane to hold a meeting. It is called "Kannazuki" because there are no gods in other regions. It's very interesting, isn't it? Shimane Prefecture is also a place rich in seafood. Crab is especially in season from December to the end of February in winter! So I went to eat crab and stayed at a hot spring inn. The small port town of Mihonoseki This time I visited Mihonoseki, a small port town in Shimane Prefecture. I stayed at Mihonoseki, a cultural heritage inn located there. Mihonoseki is a town with few residents and tourists, and a relaxed, nostalgic atmosphere. When you wake up in the morning, the beautiful mountains of Shimane spread out before you, and the sound of the waves and the cries of seagulls echo pleasantly. At night, the town is enveloped in silence, and the atmosphere is wonderful. I am completely captivated by this place and visit it every year. Enjoy the winter delicacy, crab! And the purpose of this trip was to enjoy crab dishes to my heart's content✨ 🍴 Eat fresh crab as sashimi 🍴 Enjoy boiled crab simply 🍴 Enjoy it slowly in a hot pot 🍶 Dissolve crab miso in sake for a luxurious taste 🍲 Finish with rice porridge! All the dishes were really delicious, and I hope everyone will try them! It was a delicious and luxurious winter trip packed with the charms of Shimane Prefecture❄️✨ #Seasonal places in Japan

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4D3N Shimane Prefecture Itinerary Day 1 Takamatsu ➡️ JR Matsue ➡️ Dormy Inn Express Matsue ➡️ Shimane Art Museum ➡️ Hotel Day 2 Hotel ➡️ JR Matsue Station ➡️ Izumo Taisha ➡️ Matsue Castle, Shiomi Nawate, Buke Yashiki ➡️ Dormy Inn Express Matsue Day 3 Hotel ➡️ JR Matsue Station ➡️ Yuushien Garden ➡️ JR Matsue Station ➡️ JR Yasugi Station ➡️ Saginoyu Onsen Day 4 Saginoyu Onsen ➡️ Adachi Museum of Art ➡️ JR Yasugi Station ➡️ JR Okayama Station ➡️ Okayama Koraku Hotel *️⃣ The Adachi Museum of Art was founded by Mr. Adachi Zenko, a native of Yasugi City, based on his own collection of art. The museum is especially famous for its collection of modern Japanese paintings by Yokoyama Taikan, with as many as 130 pieces. In addition, the museum's garden is also very beautiful, with a large garden of 50,000 tsubo, featuring various creative gardens such as a dry landscape garden, a moss garden, a pond garden, and a white sand and green pine garden, which has been ranked as the number one Japanese garden for 15 consecutive years since 2003. *️⃣ Yuushien Garden is located on Daikon Island in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, and is a typical Japanese strolling garden with an area of over 30,000 square meters, where you can enjoy beautiful plants all year round. Due to its inconvenient transportation, it is still a relatively unpopular attraction, but the ponds, small rivers, waterfalls, small bridges, and other scenery in the garden are also unique, and they are in harmony with the various blooming flowers, forming a harmonious and beautiful Japanese garden painting. After the visit, you can also have tea and rest in the "Ichibo" teahouse in the garden and slowly enjoy the unique garden view. It takes 25 minutes by bus from JR Matsue Station to JR Sakaiminato Station.

Since I came all the way to Shimane Prefecture, I decided to treat myself to a one-day sightseeing trip! The first place I visited was Yushien Garden, a representative garden of Shimane Prefecture. The charm of Yushien Garden ● A Japanese garden where flowers bloom in all four seasons → Even at the end of December, you can enjoy the vibrant winter scenery, which was truly moving! The moss garden and pond scenery were particularly beautiful and refreshing. ★ Impressions of the visit: In the midst of my usually busy days, I was really glad to come to a place where I could spend such a peaceful time!

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#getgoing2025 Mihonoseki Lighthouse A small white stone lighthouse in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture. It looks beautiful against the blue sky. The lighthouse itself can only be viewed from the outside. There is a beautiful promenade and observation area around the lighthouse, so you can enjoy the view of the vast ocean and the scenery! The lighthouse has been selected as one of the 100 most historic lighthouses in the world and one of the 50 most historic lighthouses in Japan, and is a representative cultural heritage of Japan. There is a large free parking lot. 🏖️BAmbiance/Facilities:Mihonoseki Lighthouse 📍Address:〒 690-1501 Shimane, Matsue, 美保関町美保関 💞Reasons to Recommend: Wonderful view ⋆ ・⋆ ・⋆ ・⋆ ・⋆ #trip #travel #traveling #Japan #vacation #winter #shimane

#0yentripJanuary2025 #Matsue #ShimanePrefecture #ChugokuRegion 🕰️Business hours: April 1st to September 30th → 8:30am to 6:30pm October 1st to March 31st → 8:30am to 5:00pm 💰Price per person: Castle tower admission fee Adults 680 yen (groups 540 yen) Children 290 yen (groups 230 yen) Attractive points! Matsue Castle is one of only 12 castles in Japan that still have castle towers. Existing castle towers were built in the Edo period or earlier, and are special because they have remained in the present day without being destroyed. Among them, Matsue Castle Tower has been selected as a national treasure!

It’s my first here in Shimane Ken,and I find one of the relaxing place here in Japan.. I really love the scenery it’s like a paradise..

#getgoing2025 Yuushien 由志園 This café is located in Yushien, famous for its well-kept Japanese garden. It is an ideal spot for a relaxing cup of tea after a stroll.🍵 You can enjoy matcha sweets and Japanese tea while looking at the garden through the window. It was very delicious! I would like to visit again during the season of autumn leaves. 🏖️BAmbiance/Facilities: Yuushien 由志園 📍Address: 1260-2 Yatsukacho Hanyu, Matsue, Shimane 690-1404 💞Reasons to Recommend: Delicious food, great views ⋆ ・⋆ ・⋆ ・⋆ ・⋆ #trip #travel #traveling #Shimane #cafe #foodie #foodjourney #chill

During my days traveling in Matsue, my mood was as changeable as the clouds, sometimes excited, sometimes disappointed. Whenever Matsue is mentioned, what comes to mind is not the famous Matsue Castle, but the sunset of Lake Shinji—a magnificent scene praised by many poets. The sunset is said to be one of the most beautiful in all of Japan, making one eager to experience that awe-inspiring moment in person. I always remember that the local government announces the exact time of the sunset every day, and this moment attracts many tourists to take boats out on the lake, hoping to encounter the sunset. Unfortunately, the schedule of this trip did not allow me to stay for that beautiful moment. I felt immense regret, imagining how stunning the scene would be with the sunset painting the entire lake red under a clear sky. Even more captivating is the reflection of the clouds, which is said to make the sunset of Lake Shinji even more enchanting. Although I did not witness it with my own eyes, I have already painted that beautiful scene in my mind. Since the Meiji era, the sunset of Lake Shinji has been renowned, and today, tourists still flock to witness that fleeting yet precious moment. Here, the Matsue city government has even set up special chairs and photo areas for sunset viewing, allowing people to quietly enjoy this beauty. The Shimane Prefectural Art Museum is also built on the lakeshore, with glass walls that allow every visitor to appreciate the afterglow of the sunset from inside the museum. Unfortunately, I missed that moment, and my heart is filled with regret. Even so, I still felt the charm of this city. Walking into the museum, I was captivated by the water-related artworks in the exhibition rooms, as if they were telling the story of Lake Shinji. The design of the museum also fully considers the beauty of the lakeside, with each window like a carefully framed picture. Although I was unable to witness that picturesque sunset, this journey made me deeply yearn for Matsue. Perhaps, on my next visit, I can sit quietly by Lake Shinji, waiting for that moment to arrive, letting my soul be truly released under the sunset. This expectation will become an eternal memory in my heart.

This time, I visited Matsue Castle, a fortress steeped in history, and felt a profound sense of cultural heritage. Standing before the castle gate, I was filled with awe. This place is not only a witness to history but also the origin of countless stories. Walking inside, the ancient stone walls and tiled roofs exuded the fragrance of time. Each step felt like a conversation with the past, as if I could hear the footsteps of samurais and the hustle and bustle of the castle's inhabitants. I observed everything carefully, filled with respect for history. Every corner of Matsue Castle holds countless memories, allowing me to feel the glory and weight of the past. Standing on the castle tower, overlooking the scenery of Matsue, I felt a surge of gratitude. This land has witnessed numerous events, whether it was the prosperity of peace or the pain of war, all of which are important parts of human history. I am grateful to those who fought to protect this land, for it is their efforts that allow us to enjoy this cultural heritage today. In the castle's exhibition hall, I saw many precious artifacts and historical materials, which served as windows into the life of that era. Each exhibit told its own story, making me realize that history is not just words in books but living memories. I felt a sense of responsibility to cherish this history and pass it on. As I left Matsue Castle, my heart was filled with gratitude. I thank this castle for making me rethink the meaning of history, for making me understand the power of culture and human wisdom. Matsue Castle is not just a tourist destination but a place for spiritual cleansing, allowing me to deeply feel the weight and value of history. This journey was not only an appreciation of beautiful scenery but also a reflection on the past. I hope to have more opportunities in the future to follow the footsteps of history, to understand and cherish all that we have. Matsue Castle, thank you for teaching me the value of history and for allowing me to feel a resonance with my soul on this land.

During this trip, I came to Songjiang Flower and Bird Garden, a place full of natural beauty and vitality. When I walked into the gate of the flower and bird garden, it felt like I was stepping into a dream world. Surrounded by colorful flowers and the fresh air filled with floral fragrance, I instantly forgot the hustle and bustle of the city. As soon as I entered the garden, I was attracted by the singing of various birds. The clear chirping sound seemed to welcome my arrival. Walking along the trails, I saw many cute animals, especially owls. Their big eyes looked at me quietly, as if observing the world. I couldn't help but be attracted by their mystery and my heart was filled with awe. The elegance and tranquility of the owl made me feel another kind of beauty of life. In them, I see wisdom and composure. Whenever an owl spreads its wings and flies with light steps, a feeling of freedom emerges in my heart. I also imagine that I can be like them, breaking free from worldly constraints and pursuing my own dreams. In this world of flowers and birds, I sit quietly and feel the natural harmony around me. At this moment, my heart is full of gratitude: thank you for the gift of nature, thank you for these lovely creatures for allowing me to experience the wonder of life. Every flower, every bird, every owl seems to be telling me to cherish the present and every moment in life. As time goes by, the sunlight shines through the gaps in the leaves, casting mottled light and shadows. I felt a deep connection to this land and these lives. Songjiang Flower and Bird Garden not only allowed me to appreciate the beauty of nature, but also made me understand the meaning of gratitude. When I left the flower and bird garden, my heart was filled with gratitude. I will always remember this encounter with the owl, and the tranquility and beauty it felt. This journey was not only a sightseeing trip, but also a spiritual baptism, which allowed me to rediscover my true self in my busy life. I hope I’ll have the opportunity to return to this world again in the future, continue to communicate with nature, and feel every moment of life. #2024TravelReview #Tottori #Matsue #Matsue Flower and Bird Garden #Shimane