Lake Shinji

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A beautiful lake spanning Matsue and Izumo cities, the 7th largest in Japan. It is a "brackish water lake" where fresh and salt water mix, and it is a treasure trove of rich ingredients called the "Seven Delicacies of Lake Shinji," including Shijimi clams. The greatest attraction is the "beauty of the sunset," selected as one of the 100 best sunsets in Japan. The silhouette of Yomegashima Island floating on the lake and the sight of the sky turning madder red is a dramatic scene symbolizing Shimane, the land of mythology. You can refresh your mind and body while feeling the gentle flow of time by strolling along the lakeside or watching the sunset from the water on the sightseeing boat "Hakuchō-go."

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DISCOVER ANOTHER JAPAN～SHIMANE NAKAUMI & SHINJIKO～

San'in Inbound Tourism Organization

【空撮】宍道湖観光遊覧船「はくちょう」＠島根県観光連盟

Shimane Prefectural Tourism Federation

宍道湖観光遊覧船「はくちょう」＠島根県観光連盟

Shimane Prefectural Tourism Federation

The Gifts of Lake Shinji and Nakaumi [Shimanean Vol.81]

Shimane Prefectural Tourism Federation

Sunset in Matsue, Shimane [Japan]

Shimane Prefectural Tourism Federation

Lake Shinji

Address: Shimane Prefecture
Website: https://www.kankou-shimane.com/renmei/
Operator: Shimane Prefectural Tourism Federation

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