Orchard Spots in Okuizumo Area

  • Akagikogen Kanko Apple Orchard
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Shimane Iishi-gun Iinancho Shimoakana 2814
    This tourist farm is close to Roadside Station Akagi Kogen. They grow specially selected apples in a healthy, secure environment under the blazing sun. There are a total of eight varieties to pick on the farm. The trees stand out for their special Y-shaped support, to allow the sun to hit all the leaves, and increase their resilience to wind and snowfall. Most years, the picking season is from early September through mid-November. In summer, from August to September, you can pick blueberries, as well. Since they don't put any time limit on, you can take your time and pick fruit at your own pace.
  • Tanaka Vineyard
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Shimane Unnan Kisukicho Jiryo Okawa 475

Shimane Areas

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What Shimane prefecture lacks in size and population, it makes up for in scenery and ancient mythology. Izumo-taisha, in the middle of the prefecture, is said to be Japan’s oldest Shinto shrine, where stories that delve into the creation of the Japanese race have been passed down over centuries. The 180 Oki Islands, a 40-minute ferry ride north of Sakaiminato, offer an undiscovered paradise well off the beaten track.

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