Matsue History Museum (松江歴史館)
Flow of the course
About 15 min from the previous stop
About 45 min here
About 15 min to the next stop
Next stop: Pay Respects at Shirakatacho Tenmangu Shrine Near the Toro Nagashi Festival VenueAbout this spot
A history museum built on the moat of Matsue Castle, which introduces the founding of the Matsue Domain and the development of the castle town in an easy-to-understand way, using models and videos. In front of the museum, you can watch the Horikawa Tour boats passing by, allowing you to experience the unique waterside scenery of Matsue. A cafe is also on the premises, convenient for taking a break during your tour.
Tips
About a 5-minute walk from the Lafcadio Hearn Memorial Hall. Admission fee is required. If you'd like to take the Horikawa Tour boat, you can use the nearby boarding pier.
Best time to visit
Approximately 45 minutes required. Afternoon in a calm atmosphere is best for leisurely viewing.
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現地の天気
21°C(現在)直近1週間の寒暖差は平均3.6℃。気温差が大きい日が続くと紅葉が進みやすいと言われています。
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Access & map
〒690-0887 Shimane Prefecture, Matsue City, Tono-cho 279
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