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Spring flowers by the castle~
Every since a kid, I’ve always associated the yellow petals of the daffodil to mean that Spring has come. Despite the pattern of three-warm four-cold days here in Matsue, the daffodils are pushing...
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Cherry blossoms budding, Matsue Castle
The soft-pale flower of the cherry tree stand in stark contrast with the sharp imposing walls of Matsue castle, one of the only 12 remaining original castles in Japan. It is still early days for these...
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The Grey Heron and Matsue City
If you’ve visited Matsue City, you might be aware of the grey heron being a common sight here. Heron’s are known to have nests in the castle grounds, and it’s not uncommon to see them by the moat which...
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Spot the Ninja!
It might be hot out, but if you visit the castle, the old building offers a naturally cool refuge. Whats more, while you might find the heat outside unbearable, you wont be the only one. A reenactment...
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Official Symbol of Matsue City
Matsue is famous for its authentic castle, which is synonymous with the city, along with the famed view of the setting sun over Lake Shinji. The city’s official emblem, perhaps lesser known, is also...
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Enjoy Matsue’s waterways by lantern candlelight
This year, for the month of October, Matsue’s Water & Lantern Festival has the castle area and moats lit up with a soft light, and individually painted paper lanterns each with unique designs to be...
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An autumn boat ride
Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower -Albert Camus And what better way to enjoy this second spring, than from the quiet waterways that run through Matsue City. Boats departing every 15...
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Castle moat and walls flushed with autumn hues
I think I’m not the only one whose favourite time of year is autumn. There’s so many good things about this season, the pleasant weather, the beautiful changing colours of nature, an abundance of...
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