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Monument Museum Kimachi Stone (モニュメントミュージアム来待ストーン)

Flow of the course

About 75 min here

About 15 min to the next stop

Next stop: Grab a bite and take a break at the shopping street in front of the station

About this spot

Kimachi stone, quarried around Shinji-cho, Matsue City, is a traditional stone material that has long been used in the Izumo region for komainu guardian lion-dogs, stone lanterns, and more. At this facility, which introduces the culture and processing techniques behind it, you can view stone carving works and watch the craftsmanship of artisans. The delicate carvings made possible by the soft, workable nature of Kimachi stone make for fascinating viewing, even for families. Get a feel for this region's unique traditional culture at the start of your trip.

Tips

Around JR Kimachi Station; visiting by car is convenient. The museum is mostly indoor exhibits, making it a good spot to visit during the hot hours of summer too.