It is easy to reach Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine from Matsue Shinjiko Onsen Station via the Ichibata Railway train that runs along the north side of Lake Shinji. Transfer trains at Kawato Station and disembark when you reach the final stop, Izumotaishamae Station.
On your way there, enjoy the beautiful view of Lake Shinji, and don’t hesitate to make a pit-stop at
Matsue English Garden or
Matsue Vogel Park.
You can also use the south side’s JR train between Matsue Station and Izumo Station then continue to Izumo Taisha, and make a detour to
Tamatsukuri Onsen on your way between cities.