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Inasa no Hama

島根県

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A beach that welcomes millions of gods and appears in mythology

This is the beach that appears in the myth of the transfer and drawing of the country. On the 10th of October in the old calendar, all the eight million gods from across the country are welcomed at Inasa no Hama. There is a small island called Bentenjima standing alone on the beach, where Toyotama-hime, the god of the sea, is enshrined. It is popular to take pictures together with the sunset.

Features & How to Enjoy

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Highlights

Point 1

Take a Stroll Along the Coastline with Beautiful Scenery

Innoshima Beach is known as the beach that appears in the myth of the transfer of the country and the pulling of the country, and you can take a stroll along the coast. There is a folding screen rock in Innoshima Beach, which is said to have negotiated the transfer of the country in the myth, and to the south of the coast, there is Nagahama Beach, which is said to have become a rope connecting islands during the pulling of the country. The coastline offers beautiful scenery and is known as an ideal place for strolling. There are also legendary places related to myths, making it especially recommended for those who love myths. You cannot play in the sea as it is not a beach, but you can enjoy strolling and picnicking. Why not spend a relaxing time feeling the pleasant sea breeze?

Point 2

The Kamimukae Road, Prepared for the Kamimukae Shinto Ritual!

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The Kamimukae Road at Inasa Beach is a road prepared for the Kamimukae Shinto ritual, which welcomes millions of gods. This road is known as the path that the millions of gods who gathered at Inasa Beach on October 10th of the lunar calendar take to visit Izumo Taisha, where the great god Okuninushi is awaited. Along the way, there are places where you can see the large shimenawa rope displayed at the Kagura Hall and where it is said that Takemikazuchi, dispatched from Takamanohara, negotiated the transfer of the country. The Kamimukae Road is definitely a spot you'll want to visit when visiting Inasa Beach and Izumo Taisha!

Point 3

The "Byobu-iwa" Rock from Japanese Mythology

At Inasa Beach, there is a rock called "Byobu-iwa" that is known as an important location in Japanese mythology. Nearby, there are shrines such as Izumo Taisha where you can feel the old traditions and culture of Japan. Byobu-iwa is said to be the place where the gods Okuninushi and Takemikazuchi discussed the transfer of power in the myth of the founding of Izumo. The rock is named after its shape, which resembles a folding screen. Byobu-iwa is a valuable place where you can feel the mythology, history, and culture of Izumo, and it is worth a visit!

Point 4

Visit the Famous Matchmaking Shrine, Izumo Taisha!

Izumo Taisha is a shrine located near Inasa Beach, and was called "Kizuki Taisha" since ancient times, but was renamed Izumo Taisha in the fourth year of the Meiji era. The enshrined deity is the highly esteemed Ōkuninushi-no-Mikoto, known as the god of matchmaking and good fortune. Additionally, the main hall of Izumo Taisha adopts the architectural style known as "Taisha-zukuri", one of the two major sources of Japanese shrine architecture along with the Shinmei-zukuri of Ise Jingu, and is characterized by a heart pillar with a diameter of over 1 meter. Izumo Taisha is famous as a matchmaking shrine, and attracts many visitors from all over Japan. Inasa Beach and Izumo Taisha are both known as attractive places where the history and mythology of ancient Japan are alive. For tourists visiting this area, we recommend visiting both places to feel the history and mythology of ancient Japan.

Point 5

Experience the Flavor of Izumo Soba, One of Japan's Top Three Soba Noodles!

Izumo soba is a local gourmet dish considered one of Japan's top three soba noodles. It's a traditional food culture rooted in the Izumo region, and it uses a milling method called "grinding with the husk." By grinding the whole buckwheat, including the husk, Izumo soba contains more husk-like parts than soba noodles from other regions, giving it a strong aroma and flavor. There are many types of Izumo soba, such as zaru soba, kake soba, and oroshi soba, so you can choose according to your mood and preference. There are many famous Izumo soba shops in Izumo city, and it's known as a must-try gourmet dish when visiting Izumo Taisha or sightseeing in Izumo city, loved by many travelers. Izumo soba is a representative local gourmet dish of Izumo city in Shimane prefecture, and it's loved by many people as one of the traditional food cultures. There are many famous shops in Izumo city, and some are even endorsed by local sommeliers, so why not visit and taste Izumo soba when traveling?

Sightseeing

A Coastline with a Beautiful White Sandy Beach as its Feature!

Inasa Beach is located on the west side of Izumo Taisha Shrine and is a scenic coastline with a beautiful white sandy beach as its feature. Inasa Beach is also known as the stage for the myth of the transfer of the land of Japan, and is described as "Inasano Kobana" in the "Kojiki" and "Izumonokuni no Kotoba" and "Izumonokuni no Miyatsuko no Kotoba" in the "Nihonshoki". In addition, the coastline of the western part of the Shimane Peninsula, which continues south from Inasa Beach, is called "Sonno Nagahama (Enno Nagahama)", and you can enjoy a wonderful view there. However, when the wind is strong at Inasa Beach, sand may fly around, so access to some areas may be restricted. Inasa Beach is loved by many people as a tourist spot where you can feel the beautiful nature and the world of myths. There are many attractions, such as the scenic coastline with a beautiful white sandy beach, the historical value associated with myths, and Izumo Taisha Shrine, which is known as a sacred place for matchmaking. Why not visit Inasa Beach at least once?

Basic Information

	Address	Inasa no Hama Entrance, Kizukinokami, Daisho-cho, Izumo-shi, Shimane 699-0702 (by bus)
	Business Hours	Open 24 hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

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