Itinerary
Sacred Pathways and Timeless Beauty of Shimane
4 days · 6 stops · ¥60,000–¥120,000 · 2 views
A journey through Shimane's sacred sites and cultural treasures, embracing nature and history.
Days
By MaedaAkihiko - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0
Izumo Taisha
Shimane
Schedule
Day 01 of 04🛬
Arrive 11:00 · first activity from 13:30
2.5h customs + airport transit buffer
Land at IZO · from JFK · 1 traveler
Renting a car? Check the license rules
Some licenses (FR/DE/CH/BE/TW) need a JAF translation, not an IDP — 5-min guide.
Stay
Shimane · 3 nights
Dates flexible · 1 guest
13:30
EXPLORE
出雲大社
Stay ~2h
Izumo Taisha-mae Station
Start your journey at one of Japan's oldest shrines, where the deity of marriage is worshipped. Walking the Sacred Road, lined with ancient trees, sets a serene tone for your trip.
Getting around
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JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass (7-Day)
Matched to your route — one pass instead of point-to-point tickets on the rail legs.
View JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass (7-Day) →🚗
Rental car recommended
Several stops on this route are in rural areas with limited rail access. A rental car from the nearest city hub gives you the freedom to reach places no bus serves.
Browse rental cars on Klook →01 / 04
Journey map
Trip budget · お見積り
¥11,500–¥20,000 / person / day
¥45,000–¥80,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 5 travel legs and 3 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.