More glimpses of unfamiliar Japan

  Jozan Inari Shrine is tucked away at the northern end of the grounds of Matsue Castle and consequently is missed by most visitors. It was ...

In the grounds of Matsue Castle stands quite an elegant Western-style building called Kounkaku. It was built in 1902-3 as a lodging for the ...

  Matsue Castle is considered to be one of the 12 original castles remaining in Japan. There are many more castles throughout Japan, but wha...

  Senjyuin Temple to the northeast of Matsue Castle is a hidden cherry blossom viewing spot. The temple was moved here from Gassan Toda, the...

  Togakuji is a large Soto Zen temple located in the Okudani area of Matsue City, north of the castle. The entrance passes through a nice ra...