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Shimane Museum of Ancient Izumo

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Shimane Museum of Ancient Izumo

島根県立古代出雲歴史博物館

Shimane · Chugoku

The Shimane Museum of Ancient Izumo showcases artifacts and exhibits related to the ancient Izumo region, known for its rich history and cultural significance. Visitors can explore the museum's extensive collection, including items from the Izumo Taisha shrine and ancient burial sites.

Why we picked it

Many travelers focus on more famous attractions in Japan, overlooking this museum's unique insights into ancient Japanese culture.

Best season
Year-round
Crowd level
Moderate
Rating
4.4· 3,473 reviews
Opening hours
Seasonal — see below

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Nearest station
Izumotaisha-Mae Station · 14 min walk
Website
izm.ed.jp

Note

  • 9:00 - 17:00

How to get there

From Hiroshima Station · ~2h 44m by car

Tags

museumhistory

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