Cape Hinomisaki – 日御碕

Accessible by bus from Izumo Taisha, located on the westernmost tip of Shimane Peninsula, Hinomisaki is home to the beautiful vermillion-lacquered Hinomisaki Shrine. This shrine is National Important Cultural Property.

Located near Hinomisaki Shrine is Japan’s tallest lighthouse, which provides panoramic views over the nearby cliffs and Sea of Japan, and makes for a great spot to watch the sunset. A small uninhabited island called Fumishima, can also been seen from here.