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View Gallery- Izumo Taisha-mae-eki (railroad station), 640m
- Jinzai Ko (lake), 8.0km
5 minutes by pick-up service from JR Juniko station. 5 minutes by bus from JR Juniko station to Awone Shirakami Juniko bus stop. Take off at Awone Shirakami Juniko.. 60 minutes from Noshiro-Minami IC on Akita Expressway, take National Route 101. 180 minutes from Towada IC on Tohoku Expressway, take National Rout 103→ Route 7 → Route 101.
Blending historical sites with natural beauty, Chugoku is often overlooked but richly rewarding. Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park is a poignant reminder of history. The floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island is iconic. Discover the unique sand dunes in Tottori and the historic streets of Kurashiki. For outdoor adventures, explore the scenic hiking trails in the Chugoku Mountains and enjoy the coastal views along the Sea of Japan.