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Unkai (A sea of clouds)
If you go to the high level of the mountain, you can enjoy a fine view of Unkai(a sea of clouds) in the late autumn when it gets very cold at night. |
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Gounokawa River
Gounokawa River ,which has the total length of 194km, is the most grand river in Chugoku area. Misato town has been
developed by water transportation since ancient times. As
Gounokawa River is deeply connected with our daily life, such as
fishing ayus(the sweet smelts), it is very essential to us. |
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Hamahara−dam
Hamahara−dam is a man−made lake which has 12 sluice
gates. This dam was built in 1953 by damming up Gounokawa
River to generate electricity. We can enjoy fishing carps and eels
in the dam. We can also enjoy distant view of Mt.Sanbe from
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The cherry tree of Myoyoji Temple
There is a cherry tree which is said to be over 480 years
old at Myoyoji Temple. This tree ,which is 21m wide and 30m
tall is designated as the important cultural property of Shimane
Prefecture. We are fascinated by the beautiful blossoms when it
blooms around April 10th.
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Yugakai Onsen
(Yugakai hot spring)
Japanese poet,Mokichi Saito introduced Yugakai as the place of Kakinomotohitomaro’s death.
Yugakai street reminds you of the very old days in which
Kakinomotohitomaro composed wakas(Japanese poems).
The color of the spring water is reddish−brown because it
contains much iron ,which have a good effect on neuralgia,
cuts and dermatitis.
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Kagura(Iwami Kagura play)
Iwami Kagura is a kind of traditional entertainment which has been conveyed since ancient times in Iwami(the western
Shimane). Kagura is a form of music and dance dedicated to
Shinto gods. It has been performed to ask for a good harvest
and abundant catches of fish. Kagura has more than 30
repertories and is originated from the mythology of Japan. You
will be fascinated if you watch Kagura in which players wear
colorful embroidered costumes and expressive masks and dance
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Canoe−no−Sato Ohchi
(The amusement institution)
You can learn how to canoe at Canoe−no−Sato Ohchi,
where they have the training courses according to the level of
the participants ,from the beginner to the advanced. There is a
museum, an atelier, and a campsite in Canoe−no−Sato Ohchi.
In the museum, they exhibit the unique canoes of all over the
world. In the atelier, you can make an original canoe. And in
the campsite, you can enjoy outdoor life. |
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Golden Utopia Ohchi
Golden Utopia Ohchi is a institution where you can promote
your health, feel satisfaction and establish friendly relations with
others. Anybody can enjoy many activities regardless of their
age, because Golden Utopia Ohchi equips a tennis court, a gate−ball court, a heated pool and a hot spring. |
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Green Road 375
Green Road 375 is located next to the road station “ Green
Road 375” located along the national road, Route 375. They
sell the unique products of Misato town. You can enjoy the nice
view of Gounokawa River at Green Road 375. If you drive along
the Route 375, it is convenient for you to drop in Green Road 375. |
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Misato Town Office
Misato Town Office is located in the center of the town
where the main institutions, such as JR−Kasubuchi station, the
fire station, and schools are located. The four−storied town
office is a base for the administration.
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