DO SANIN

Experiences in Sanin

Fruit picking, crafts and outdoor adventures across Shimane and Tottori.

34 experiences

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Iinan TownHarvest

Apple picking on the Akagi Plateau

Pick apples with children from lower branches. Nine varieties ripen across the 2026 season; last admission is at 16:00.

Season & opening: 1 Sep–8 Nov 2026
Indicative price: Adults ¥770; primary-school children ¥440; ages 3+ ¥330; take-home fruit extra
Booking & notes: No reservations. Check harvest and opening status before visiting.

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YasugiHarvest

Mandarin picking in Yasugi

Taste seasonal mandarins for one hour. Varieties change through the season; listed hours are 10:00–15:00.

Season & opening: 11 Oct–30 Nov 2026
Indicative price: Adults ¥2,000; primary-school children ¥1,600; ages 3+ ¥1,200
Booking & notes: Groups of 10+ must book. Confirm dates and crop conditions.

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Iinan TownCrafts

Make a shimenawa rope in Iinan

See the workshop behind Izumo Taisha's giant sacred rope and try making a smaller straw shimenawa. Museum admission is free.

Season & opening: Listed year-round; closed Tuesdays and over New Year
Indicative price: Confirm workshop fees on the official page
Booking & notes: Confirm workshop dates, fees and booking with the venue.

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Masuda CityCrafts

Sesshu-yaki pottery workshop

Shape a cup by hand in a 1–2 hour workshop. Finished pieces are shipped after firing, usually in 1–3 months.

Season & opening: Listed for the 2026 programme year
Indicative price: Tea cup from ¥1,100; shipping extra
Booking & notes: Book at least 7 days ahead; confirm firing and shipping.

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Misato TownOutdoors

Canoe or kayak on the Gono River

Explore Misato's river scenery from the water. Guided beginner options are listed; weather and water levels can change operations.

Season & opening: Confirm operating dates with the venue
Indicative price: Varies by course; check official details
Booking & notes: Check courses, booking deadlines and age limits.

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MatsueCulture

Tea culture at Meimeian

Spend about 70 minutes enjoying matcha and sweets while learning Matsue tea etiquette, then view the teahouse and garden.

Season & opening: 2026 programme; excludes Thu afternoons, weekends and holidays
Indicative price: ¥1,800 per person; tea ceremony add-on ¥300
Booking & notes: Minimum two people; book at least 7 days ahead.

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Tottori CityHarvest

Pear picking at Sankouen

A pear orchard near the Tottori Sand Dunes, with varieties changing by season and no set time limit for eating in the orchard. Last admission is 16:00.

Season & opening: Usually late Jul–mid Nov; check this year's conditions
Indicative price: Adults ¥1,200; primary-school children ¥1,100; ages 3+ ¥700
Booking & notes: Online booking perks are listed; check varieties and crop status.

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Tottori CityCrafts

Dye Inshu washi and make a keepsake

Choose from six dye colours, then turn dyed washi into a notebook, fan or other keepsake. About 60–90 minutes; no equipment needed.

Season & opening: Confirm available dates when booking
Indicative price: From ¥1,500 per piece
Booking & notes: Book by 15:00 five days ahead; check cancellation terms.

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Tottori CityOutdoors

Sandboarding on the Tottori Dunes

Take a lesson sliding down the dunes with a sea view. Sandboarding is listed for ages 10+; sand sliders for ages 5+.

Season & opening: Listed year-round; session times change by season
Indicative price: Sandboarding ¥5,500 plus ¥500 insurance
Booking & notes: Listed booking deadline is 08:30 on the day; weather can cancel sessions.

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Daisen TownOutdoors

Horse riding near Mount Daisen

Meet the horses, try beginner rides or horse trekking. Duration and eligibility depend on the course.

Season & opening: Listed year-round; usually closed Wednesdays
Indicative price: Rides from ¥1,500; admission separate
Booking & notes: Some courses and groups require booking. Confirm availability.

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Misasa TownCrafts

Hakuro-yaki pottery in Misasa

Make a cup or bowl from clay with an artisan's help. About one hour; bring a small towel.

Season & opening: Listed year-round; closed Tuesdays or the following day if a holiday
Indicative price: ¥2,500
Booking & notes: Book at least 3 days ahead.

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Kurayoshi CityCrafts

Weave a Kurayoshi kasuri coaster

Weave a coaster row by row in about 60 minutes, choosing pear, bird or flower patterns. For primary-school age and above.

Season & opening: Confirm workshop dates and closures
Indicative price: ¥2,000
Booking & notes: Advance booking required; listed capacity is 1–2 people.

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Yazu TownHarvest

Apple picking in Hatto

Pick seasonal apple varieties, including Akibae and Fuji. Eat in the orchard without a time limit; take-home fruit costs extra. Last admission 15:30.

Season & opening: 19 Sep–23 Nov 2026
Indicative price: Adults ¥800; primary-school children ¥600; younger children ¥500; take-home fruit extra
Booking & notes: Groups of 20+ must book. Check crop and opening status before visiting.

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Tottori CityOutdoors

Canoe lesson on the Sendai River

A two-hour canoe lesson on the Sendai River in Mochigase, suitable for beginners. Water levels and weather can affect sessions.

Season & opening: Usually mid-April to late October; confirm dates
Indicative price: High-school age and above ¥3,000; primary/junior-high students ¥1,500
Booking & notes: Advance booking required. Check eligibility, capacity and day-of operations.

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HamadaOutdoors

Led horse ride in Kanagi

A roughly four-minute ride led by staff for visitors at least 100 cm tall. The park also offers indoor/outdoor courses and feeding activities.

Season & opening: Listed Apr 2026–Mar 2027; usually closed Mon/Tue
Indicative price: Led horse ride ¥1,300
Booking & notes: Booking available. Confirm start times and opening days.

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Masuda CityOutdoors

Horse riding and trekking at Sansan Farm

Choose a led ride, arena ride or wooded trail trek at a farm overlooking the Sea of Japan. Farm entry is free; wear long trousers and suitable shoes.

Season & opening: Listed Apr 2026–Mar 2027; usually closed Tuesdays
Indicative price: Led ride ¥1,200; riding ¥3,000; trek ¥5,000
Booking & notes: Arena rides and treks require booking, usually by the previous day.

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Tsuwano TownCrafts

Washi dolls and papermaking in Tsuwano

Make a traditional washi doll or try hand papermaking in the castle town. Each workshop is listed at about 30 minutes.

Season & opening: Listed Apr 2026–Mar 2027
Indicative price: Washi doll ¥800 (group of 5+); handmade paper from ¥1,000 (group minimum applies)
Booking & notes: Book at least 7 days ahead. Groups of 4–5+ depending on activity; smaller groups should enquire.

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Oda CityCrafts

Pottery in Yunotsu

Hand-shape a cup on a turntable near Yunotsu's historic climbing kiln. A beginner-friendly 40–60 minute workshop.

Season & opening: Listed Apr 2026–Mar 2027; closed Wednesdays
Indicative price: High-school age and above ¥2,800; junior-high and younger ¥2,000
Booking & notes: Booking available by the previous day. The official listing says foreign-language support is unavailable.

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Ama TownOutdoors

Undersea viewing aboard Amanbou

Travel from Hishiura Port toward Saburoiwa on a semi-submersible boat, viewing both the islands above and marine life below.

Season & opening: Listed operating period: 1 Apr–3 Nov; sea conditions may change trips
Indicative price: Regular cruise: adults ¥2,500; children ¥1,200
Booking & notes: Regular trips require at least two passengers. Check schedule, seats and weather.

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Chizu TownOutdoors

Guided forest experience in Chizu

Walk slowly with a guide through forests such as Ashizu Gorge, taking in the sounds and scents. Choose a half- or full-day course.

Season & opening: Usually after the May holidays to around mid-November
Indicative price: Half day ¥8,800; full day ¥14,300 per group of up to six
Booking & notes: Booking required at least 10 days ahead. Confirm route and conditions.

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Yurihama TownCrafts

Make bamboo lanterns or chopsticks in Yurihama

Drill patterns into bamboo for a glowing lantern, or shape your own chopsticks. Workshops start at about 30 minutes.

Season & opening: Listed year-round; workshop may be away for off-site events
Indicative price: From ¥2,000, depending on activity
Booking & notes: Call ahead to confirm workshop availability.

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Yonago CityCrafts

Tsutsugaki dyeing in Yonago

Discover the local tsutsugaki resist-dyeing craft at a shop founded in 1702 and make a one-of-a-kind hand-dyed piece.

Season & opening: Confirm workshop dates and duration with the shop
Indicative price: Confirm fees with the shop
Booking & notes: Ask the shop about booking, fees and age requirements.

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YasugiCrafts

Indigo handkerchief in Hirose

Tie and indigo-dye a handkerchief in about an hour. Wear clothes that can get stained.

Season & opening: Year-round; closed Wed and year-end holidays
Indicative price: From ¥1,000 per handkerchief
Booking & notes: Book at least 7 days ahead

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Nishinoshima TownCrafts

Earth dyeing in Nishinoshima

Use local red earth to pattern folded cloth in a two-hour workshop.

Season & opening: Year-round except Tue and year-end holidays
Indicative price: From ¥4,400
Booking & notes: Minimum 2; confirm availability and booking

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MatsueCrafts

Carve a pattern in Kimachi stone

Carve your own design into a roughly 20 cm stone tile in 90–120 minutes.

Season & opening: Year-round; closed Tue or next weekday after a holiday
Indicative price: Adults ¥2,630; schoolchildren ¥1,740
Booking & notes: Groups of 10+ must book; check availability for smaller groups

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Okuizumo TownCulture

Soba making in Okuizumo

Learn soba-making from a craftsperson using water-mill-ground flour, then taste your fresh noodles.

Season & opening: Year-round; listed reception 10:00–15:00
Indicative price: ¥3,500 per batch for 1–3; extra participants charged separately
Booking & notes: Booking required; call to confirm acceptance

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Oda CityCrafts

Glass fusing in Nima

Arrange colored glass for a roughly 30-minute workshop. Collect after firing in about a week; shipping costs extra.

Season & opening: Reception 09:00–15:00; check closure days
Indicative price: ¥1,500
Booking & notes: Usually no booking; groups of 10+ must book

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IzumoCulture

Seasonal wagashi in Izumo

Make seasonal Japanese sweets with a craftsperson, then enjoy a café break; the shop lists four sweets in two styles.

Season & opening: Confirm dates and times through the shop
Indicative price: Check current fees and age categories when booking
Booking & notes: Minimum 2; apply at least 3 days ahead

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Tottori CityCulture

Soba workshop in Shikano

Knead, roll and cut your own soba, then enjoy it at the on-site restaurant.

Season & opening: Listed year-round; check opening days
Indicative price: Check current fees by group size and plan
Booking & notes: Advance booking through the official booking form

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Hoki TownOutdoors

E-bike ride at Masumizu Highland

Explore Daisen's foothills by electric-assisted bike. Rental and guided options are for riders at least 155 cm tall.

Season & opening: Check opening days, weather and route availability
Indicative price: 30 min ¥1,000; 1 hr ¥2,000; 2 hr ¥3,000
Booking & notes: Book by 16:00 the day before; helmet and insurance included

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Iwami TownOutdoors

Sea kayaking along Uradome Coast

Paddle with a guide past coastal rocks and sea caves in about 2½ hours. Waves may prevent cave entry or cancel trips.

Season & opening: Usually late Apr–early Oct; confirm this season's closing date
Indicative price: Standard course: high-school+ ¥7,700; schoolchildren ¥5,500
Booking & notes: Book 3 days ahead; check meeting point in confirmation email

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WakasaOutdoors

Guided nature discovery at Hyonosen

Discover plants, birds and landscapes with an instructor. Choose from scheduled seasonal nature programs.

Season & opening: Year-round program listings; book a scheduled session
Indicative price: Admission free; activity programs charged separately
Booking & notes: Check age, fees and deadline for each program

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Nanbu TownCulture

Sausage workshop in Nanbu

Make seasoned sausages smoked with cherry-wood chips in a roughly two-hour workshop for groups of five or more.

Season & opening: Listed year-round; check opening days
Indicative price: Reconfirm group-based fees with the facility
Booking & notes: Advance booking required; minimum 5

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Kotoura TownCulture

Milk and yogurt factory tour in Kotoura

Learn about dairy farming and production in a 60-minute tour at the Kotoura factory, not Milk no Sato.

Season & opening: Closed Thu/Sun; check times in the booking calendar
Indicative price: Tour free
Booking & notes: Book 3 days ahead for 2–10; Japanese only, no corridor photography

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