[Shimane] Travel solo to Izumo Taisha Shrine! 5 hotels and ryokan where you can soak in natural onsen

Izumo Taisha Shrine in Shimane is officially called "Izumo Oyashiro." It is said that Amaterasu Omikami ordered other gods to build this magnificent palace for Okuninushi no Mikoto, who created the country.

Amaterasu Omikami is said to have commanded Okuninushi to ``lead people to happiness with the spiritual power of 'Musubi' that works in the invisible world'. After that, many people still visit "Izumo Taisha" every year to receive spiritual power.

In November, all the gods gather in the land of Izumo. In other places, it is called "Kannazuki". On the other hand, in Izumo, the gods from all over Japan gather, so it is also called "Kamiarizuki", and a special festival is held for the gods who gather from all over the country. Why don't you visit this place so that you can make a "connection" such as a relationship with your current lover or a job relationship?

Shimane is famous for its onsen. The spring quality is said to be highly effective for beautiful skin, which is a great point for women. If you're staying at a onsen inn within walking distance of Izumo Taisha, you can visit onsen, and enjoy visiting nearby Izumo soba and ofukuyaki restaurants.

"Inishie no Yado Keiun" is a onsen inn located in a very convenient location, about a 10-minute walk from "Izumo Taisha Shrine". The calm interior is decorated with mythological motifs, giving it a luxurious feel! It's perfect for a solo female traveler.

"Inishie no Yado Kaun" is almost entirely tatami-matted so that you can spend a comfortable time. It is a dignified structure suitable for an inn next to "Izumo Taisha", which is reminiscent of a shrine. By the way, in the tatami corridor, it's elegant if you walk quietly without stepping on the edges of the tatami mats.

All rooms have a bath, and even the standard-class rooms have an indoor bath (real hot water). First, wash away your daily fatigue in the fragrant cypress bath. There are also five types of rooms with natural onsen open-air baths, so you can enjoy onsen as much as you like in your room. You're sure to feel luxurious and relaxed♪

We also recommend the spacious “Soun” bathhouse. In addition to the open-air bath, there are many types of baths such as standing baths, indoor baths, and saunas that you can enjoy as many times as you like.

There are two types of guest rooms: premium and standard. All rooms have Japanese-style beds. Even the most compact Japanese-Western Deluxe Double is a spacious 30 m2. If you are looking to enjoy a luxurious solo trip for women, we recommend a room with an open-air natural onsen bath. Get a good night's sleep in this spacious room and onsen before your visit to the shrine.

Dinner at "Inishie no Yado Kaun" is a kaiseki meal that makes you want to enjoy every bite. Wano Gozen, who is conscious of the god of Izumo, might be able to take a picture without thinking? Let's fully enjoy the fruits of the Sea of Japan ♡

"Oyado Tsukiyo no Usagi" is a sister inn of "Inishie no Yado Keiun" introduced earlier. "Inishie no Yado Keiun" offers a sophisticated adult space, but this inn is full of cute playfulness. "Izumo Taisha" is about a 15-minute walk away.

The "White Rabbit of Inaba", which is handed down in the Kojiki, is a story that Okuninushi Omikami rescued a naked rabbit on the way to Inaba. A rabbit that had a painful eye in mythology, but now it is relaxing at "Izumo Taisha" and entertaining the worshipers ♡

At the entrance of "Oyado Tsukiyo Usagi", there is an object of Okuninushi Omikami and a "rabbit", which is also a symbol of Izumo Taisha. The gentle expression of Daikoku-sama and the cute “rabbit” statue will warm you up♡

At the large bathhouse "Gekka", there is a "lying bath" where you can relax and unwind. While you enjoy the hot water to your heart's content, you can also be soothed by the "rabbit" that lies in the bath.

All of the rooms are twin or larger, so you can relax comfortably on your own.

For dinner, we recommend the buffet at the restaurant "Hanausagi"! It is a Japanese and Western buffet with about 50 kinds of dishes, including seasonal crabs from Izumo and seafood bowls filled with seafood from the Sea of Japan. You can also enjoy a luxurious meal with local specialties cooked in the live kitchen.

For those who want to thoroughly enjoy Izumo's onsen, we recommend going a little further away from the center of Izumo city. Only 15 to 30 minutes by car to Izumo Taisha, all of these onsen inns can be reached. Surrounded by Izumo's rich nature, it's wonderful to have time to quietly face yourself.

"New Wel City Izumo", which can be accessed from "Izumo meal" in about 15 minutes by car, is a hotel where you can enjoy natural onsen onsen It's an inn that never ends.

The large public bath at New Welcity Izumo is Enya onsen. It's nice to be able to relax in a natural onsen, even though it's a hotel! The spring quality at Enya onsen is a chloride spring. Its concentration is more than twice that of nearby onsen. It warms the body and leaves a refreshing feeling on the skin. Come and soothe the fatigue of your travels.

All rooms at "New Welcity Izumo" are non-smoking. The inn is also highly rated for its thorough cleaning. After a soak in onsen, you can relax in a clean space. Choose from single rooms or twin rooms.

*The photo was taken before the guest rooms were renovated.

The lunch buffet at Restaurant Kunibiki is extremely popular among locals as it is reasonably priced yet high quality. If you have the time, this is a lunch you should definitely try!

"Dormy Inn Izumo Hot Springs (Dormy Inn Group)" is located about 25 minutes by car from "Izumo Taisha". Close to Izumo Station, this hotel is convenient not only for worship but also as a base for travel. It is an inn that incorporates the essence of Izumo in onsen and breakfast unique to the Dormy Inn hotel series.

It's nice to be able to enjoy a natural onsen while staying in the city♪ The point of the large public bath "Yakumo no Yu" is the lighting of "magatama", which is typical of Izumo. We also recommend the pot bath, which is unexpectedly addictive.

The spacious sauna has a large screen TV! Let's sweat slowly and carefully.

The rooms are equipped with bedding that provides a comfortable sleep. Please relax and unwind after your trip on Serta's body-friendly mattresses. Airweave mattresses are available in some rooms.

Dormy Inn's famous free midnight snack service "Yonaki Soba" is very popular. It's just the right amount for women to enjoy, and will satisfy your midnight hunger. You can even have a second helping!

For breakfast, try the buffet. From local dishes like Izumo soba to a variety of bite-sized dishes, it's hard to decide what to eat! You'll probably end up overeating in the morning.

Even if it's difficult to get there, if you want to be soothed not only by onsen but also by the spectacular scenery and nature, we recommend staying at a hotel along the Sea of Japan away from the city. Even if you're far away, there are some hotels that are about 30 minutes by car away from Izumo Taisha Shrine.

Kai Izumo stands on a cape overlooking the Hinomisaki Lighthouse and the Sea of Japan, about 20 minutes by car from Izumo Taisha Shrine. This is a onsen ryokan where you can enjoy not only onsen with spectacular views, but also culture and meal related to Izumo mythology. You can enjoy a relaxing and luxurious solo trip in a place surrounded by nature.

There are two types of guest rooms: ocean side and lighthouse side. The lighthouse side rooms face west, and offer views of the sun setting over the ocean and the Hinomisaki Lighthouse. On the other hand, the ocean side rooms offer views of the sunrise. The rooms are fitted out with works by local craftsmen and artists, giving the space a local feel. Please spend some time by yourself, relaxing and watching the scenery change with the passing of time.

onsen, where you can enjoy a beautiful ocean view, is a strong chloride salt spring that contains a lot of chloride. It is said to be effective for cold sensitivity and fatigue recovery. The open-air bath is in a great location with a scenic view of Izumo Matsushima right in front of you. In the morning, you can watch the sun rise over the horizon, and it's perfect for a "misogi" bath to purify yourself before visiting Izumo Taisha Shrine.

In the evening, you can enjoy the traditional performing art of Shimane, "Iwami Kagura." Based on Japanese mythology, "Iwami Kagura" is a dance performed in gorgeous costumes. It's great to be able to enjoy this Kagura performance, based on the myth "Kuniyuzuri," which depicts the origins of Izumo Taisha Shrine, right at the inn. Enjoy the dynamic performance with the sea as a backdrop.

Dinner is a multi-course meal using fresh seafood caught in the Sea of Japan. It is served in auspicious dishes named after the great country of Izumo Taisha Shrine. The colorful "seasonal multi-course meal" allows you to enjoy local ingredients such as Izumo soba noodles and clams. In winter, when crab fishing is allowed, you can enjoy seasonal multi-course meals such as the "Yakumo Tattsu Crab Multi-course" where you can taste Matsuba crab.

If you're headed to Izumo, use the Sleeper Limited Express Sunrise Izumo♪ It takes about 12 hours from Tokyo Station to Izumo, no transfers! At Sunrise Izumo, which is also called a "moving hotel", you can listen to your favorite music while gazing at the scenery, and you can arrive at Izumo while you sleep slowly.

Let's enjoy the charm of Sunrise Izumo with a single deluxe seat in a private room. The private room is equipped with a washbasin. Amenities such as pajamas, towels, and toothbrushes are provided. The room key is a digital key, which is very safe.

There is a shower room on the train! You need to buy a card to use this shower room, but it seems that it sells out quickly. I recommend buying one as soon as you get on the train.

This time, we introduced an inn where onsen can fully enjoy onsen around Izumo Taisha. If you are healed by onsen inn and have a good time, it seems that a new relationship will come soon ♪