This tour helps you understand another more introspective side to Japan. In this rual area, people are still connected to the land and belief system. This area is a part of UNESCO world Heritage Site (Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine). I will plan your tour based on your requests and show you an itinerary in advance. Lunch will also be arraged according to your request, though not so many options.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Sakaiminato Ferry Terminal or anywhere in Matsue City
Visiting Pottery Studios and Yakimono (Pottery) Village
Yunotsu-Yaki pottery dates back to mid-Edo period (18th century). Known for its use of local clay and glaze, resulting in simple earthy and highly durable ceramic wares.
Noborigama (climbing kiln) is a kiln built on a slope. It creates natural gradation in heat, resulting in unique patterns and color variations.
Strolling the town of old townscapes
Yakushiyu Public Bath:
This bathhouse, built in the early Showa ear, features retro architecture and natural hot spring water. It is a nationally registered Tangible Cultural Property.
Stone-Paved-Streets:
These charming old streets preserve the look and feel of Japan's past. Perfect for photos and strolling.
Sairakuji Temple:
A peaceful temple on a hill overlooking the town. It offers a lovely panoramic view and quiet moment during your walk.
Okidomari Port:
The old road that leads to the historic port once used to transport silver. You can see the quiet port and imagine the flow of goods and people from long ago.
Ending Point
Sakaiminato Ferry Terminal or anywhere in Matsue City
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
guide fee
private transportation 5-seater Toyota Purius
gasoline fee
parking fee
toll road fee
Lunch
This is partly a walking tour mainly using private transportation 5-seater Toyota Purius. So comfortable shoes for walking are recommendable. The ideal seasons of this tour are spring and autumn.
Spring and Autumn recommended
I can provide both car tours and walking tours in all over Shimane. Please drop me a message if you want a customized tour with me!
Hi ! I am Daizaburo. Please call me Dai-chan (chan is a suffix expressing friendliness).
I am a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter living in Shimane (western part). I was born and brought up in Shimane and worked as a teacher of English in high school for more than 30 years. I have been interested in tour guides for a long time. I visited many places of interests throughout Japan and above all I was charmed with Tokyo, Hokkaido and Okinawa.
I am flexible about destinations and can arrange the tour according to your request. I will try hard to make your stay in Japan very special and memorable. Let's explore our beautiful and exciting country together.
I'm very friendly and kind, too.
For any concerns, please just contact me.
I am here to help you!
See you soon !
Robin B.
“Amazing personal tour of Shimane”
Our tour guide, Daizaburo Sab, was truly exceptional! He provided a wealth of knowledge about Matsue Castle and Izumo Taisha Shrine, the history, and the surrounding culture. His passion for the shrine was contagious, and his interests made the tour incredibly engaging. We learned so much more about this amazing place than we ever would have on our own and it was one of our favorite castles. Daizaburo's dedication to providing a meaningful experience for all visitors is truly appreciated. He even arranged some amazing visits to shops we were interested in and surprised us with a stop at the Tori gates outside a shrine in the area. Lunch at a samurai house was one of the highlights of the day as well. Thank you for a great trip!
Daizaburo N.
I'm glad to hear you three seemed to enjoy the tour. This was the first time for me to use a car as a means of transportation. But it was good ultimately, because we can be more flexible handling the schedule. You were both very friendly and considerate. And I was glad to know that your love of Japan was great! It is partly because you lived in Japan when you were young. You use Prius, RAV4 and HONDA. If you come to Japan again in the future, please drop in on Shimane! Please remember to Scott and Tonny (I wish spellings are collect)! Thanks! Take care!
$305/ per group