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Cities in Shimane
Cities in Shimane
Matsue[松江] ? The prefectural capital, Matsue has an original castle (most in Japan are modern remakes/rebuilds).
Izumo[出雲] ? Site of Izumo Taisha, one of Japan's most famous shrines.
Hamada[浜田] ? Fishing port and recreation area.
Tsuwano[津和野] ? Referred to as "Little Kyoto," home to a steam train and the birthplace of Mori Ogai.
Masuda[益田] ? The westernmost city in Shimane and long-time home of Sesshu, one of the most famous artists in Japanese history.
Gotsu[江津] ? A small industrial city between Hamada and Oda.
Oda [大田] ? A reasonably sized city close to Iwami Ginzan and Mt. Sanbe.
Yasugi ? Site of the Adachi Art Museum, Yasugi borders Yonago in Tottori Prefecture. On a clear day you can spot the snow-capped Mt. Daisen up north.
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