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VILLAGE Report #Shimane Prefecture

Okuizumo terraced rice fields created by kanna-nagashi iron sand mining

[VILLAGE Report vol.12] Ended in 1925, returned in 1977 | Shimane Prefecture

Tatara ironmaking came to a complete stop in 1925. After a temporary wartime revival, it was brought back in 1977 for Japanese swords. Can something once lost be restored?

[VILLAGE Report vol.12] Ended in 1925, returned in 1977 | Shimane Prefecture

Tatara ironmaking came to a complete stop in 1925. After a temporary wartime revival, it was brought back in 1977 for Japanese swords. Can something once lost be restored?

The worship hall of Izumo Taisha

Shimane Prefecture Specialties, Souvenirs, Shrines, Temples, and Travel | 47 Prefecture Guide

In the 10th month of the lunar calendar, it is Kannazuki across Japan, but only Izumo calls it Kamiarizuki. Izumo Taisha and the shijimi clams of Lake Shinji. We have organized Shimane’s specialties, souvenirs, shrines and temples, travel spots, and traditional crafts by category.

Shimane Prefecture Specialties, Souvenirs, Shrines, Temples, and Travel | 47 Prefecture Guide

In the 10th month of the lunar calendar, it is Kannazuki across Japan, but only Izumo calls it Kamiarizuki. Izumo Taisha and the shijimi clams of Lake Shinji. We have organized Shimane’s specialties, souvenirs, shrines and temples, travel spots, and traditional crafts by category.