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The white owl of Karakoro
Karakoro Art Studios is a complex of both workshops and shops selling local crafts located in central Matsue. The building itself was original constructed and used by the Bank of […]
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Hoichi the Earless
Have you heard of ‘Hoichi the Earless’? Perhaps you’ve read about him in Lafcadio Hearn’s Kwaidan? Or seen him in the movie? Or maybe you’re more familiar with him by […]
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Winter Food Festa in Matsue 2014
Matsue holds an annual food festival in the depths of winter, to warm everyone with delicious food, and to get people out and active and having fun at a time […]
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Matsue Castle Musket Troop
The Matsue Castle Musket Troop are a group of history enthusiasts, dedicated to bringing a part of Matsue’s history back to life, for their monthly audience at the history museum. […]
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Sunset photography by Lake Shinji
Evening in Matsue, is a pretty time colourwise. Although I guess that can be said about almost anywhere. There’s not much of a story to go along with this post. […]
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Shijimi Clams for your phone!
Karakoro Art studios located in central Matsue (close to the castle!) offers a range of workshops, of which the most popular is carving your own magatama stone, and turning it […]
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Camellia japonica
This seasonal flower is blooming at the moment, and a small shop in one of Matsue’s small shopping streets has a bunch out front for sale. While they do grow […]
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An early spring visit to Shirakata Tenmangu
The plum blossoms of ‘Tenjin-san’ are on flower, and the weather is mild, but still on the cool side. Shirakata Tenmangu Shrine, also known locally as “Tenjin-san”, is dedicated to […]
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Matsue Castle
Matsue Castle (1604-1611) Matsue Castle (松江城 Matsue-jō?) is a feudal castle in Matsue in Shimane prefecture, Japan. Nicknamed the “black castle” or “plover castle”, it is one of the few remaining...
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Matsue Feudal Warrior Parade 2014
Matsue Samurai Parade, an annual event held every first Saturday of April, is a celebration of the foundation of Matsue as a castle town, in 1611. Matsue castle […]
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View from Meimei-an Teahouse
Meimei-an is an old tea house, of historic and cultural importance designed by the seventh Matsudaira to rule over the Matsue Domain. Here you can view the distinctive thickly thatched roof and other...
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Taking a walk -Trianon
For those living in, or simply visiting Matsue, you’ll soon find that it’s a pleasant town for taking walks, with plenty to keep the eyes amused. Shop and building exteriors are just one part of this....
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Taking a walk -Lakeline bus
Walking around Matsue, you’re bound to notice the red and green tram style bus. This cute retro-styled bus runs a circular route of central Matsue, stopping at most of the most well-known spots for...
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Unveiling ceremony of banner supporting Kei Nishikori!
Not to be left behind in the recent celebrations of tennis player Kei Nishikori’s success, Matsue City, where Nishikori was born and has many fans, held a ceremony today at 11am with Mayor Matsuura and...
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Encounters along the walkways of Matsue Castle (散歩道での出会い＝松江城周辺＝)
A week-long photo exhibition is currently being held in Matsue’s ‘Town Plaza’ (Tono-machi 8-3 ;pictured directly below.) The exhibition is titled ‘散歩道での出会い＝松江城周辺＝’ Encounters along the walkways of...
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Floating Lantern Ceremony (Toro-nagashi 灯篭流し)
Matsue’s Floating Lantern Ceremony (Toro-nagashi) was held on July 16th, marking the end of the period of ‘Obon’, when ancestors are believed to return to this world, and are given a kind of a send-off...
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Sushi on a budget
Matsue, known as the City of Water, has a rich source of both fresh and salt-water fish and shellfish. This is reflected in local dishes, which are best enjoyed in an old ryokan or restaurant, with a...
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Matsue Castle Moat Sightseeing Boat
Matsue is one of only twelve cities in Japan that have retained their Edo period castle in its original form. There are many reconstructions (Osaka Castle even has an elevator!), but Matsue is quite...
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September Sunset
Lake Shinji is known for its sunsets, but is praised for its autumnal views in particular. The hues of sunset change throughout the year, but autumn brings more settled weather, and a refreshing...
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Visiting an authentic samurai residence
Just one of the many little gems to explore around Matsue, this preserved samurai residence (武家屋敷・buke yashiki) has been maintained impeccably, and furnished with a plethora of utensils from daily life...
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