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Spiritual Journey through Shimane's Autumn
5 days · 9 stops · ¥50,000–¥80,000 · 6 views
Explore the spiritual heart of Shimane during the Kami Mukae Sai festival, surrounded by breathtaking autumn colors.
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Izumo Taisha
Shimane
Schedule
Day 01 of 05Land at IZO · Wed, Nov 11 · 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 · 4 nights
Wed, Nov 11 → Sun, Nov 15 · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
出雲大社
Stay ~2h
Izumoshi Station
Begin your journey at one of Japan's oldest shrines, perfect for soaking in the spiritual atmosphere. Walk along the historic Sacred Road lined with ancient trees leading to Izumo Taisha.
~1h 2m by train
17:02
EXPLORE
Event神迎祭
Stay ~2h
Each year, eight million deities from shrines across Japan gather at Izumo-taisha grand shrine for a week to celebrate and decide the country's future; they arrive through a beach gate in a welcoming ceremony on the first evening.
Getting around
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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.
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Trip budget · お見積り
¥11,000–¥21,000 / person / day
¥55,000–¥105,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 8 travel legs, 4 hotel nights and 3 ticketed events. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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