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Matsue / Discover Samurai Culture

MeowScore 😻96/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

March

Cherry blossom season in Matsue's stunning gardens.

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january

Experience the majestic Matsue Castle surrounded by snow

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february

Witness the Enchanted Lake Shinji Sunset

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march

Admire the blooming cherry blossoms in Matsue's scenic gardens

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april

Attend the Matsue Vogel Park Spring Festival

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may

Explore the ancient Izumo Taisha Shrine during Golden Week

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june

Take part in the lively Suigosai Water Festival

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july

Watch the Matsue Tanabata Star Festival

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august

Enjoy the fireworks during the Matsue Lake Shinji Fireworks Festival

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september

Experience the haunting Kaidan Matsuri Lantern Festival

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october

Visit Matsue Castle during autumn foliage season

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november

Witness the stunning sunsets at Lake Shinji

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december

Indulge yourself in the beauty of Matsue Castle's winter illumination event

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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From a visiting cat's perspective, Matsue is generally affordable but not overly cheap. The cost of food and transportation is reasonable, but some tourist attractions can be quite pricey.

Consider purchasing a Matsue City Pass to save on transportation and attraction fees. Also, check out local markets and food stalls for budget-friendly meals.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Historical sights, scenic lake.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Historical sights, scenic lake.

Matsue is a small city, but its castle, samurai district, and Lake Shinji make for a perfect two to three day stay.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Japan

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Japan

Cash is the preferred payment method. Splitting the bill is not common, but may be accepted in some restaurants.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber-optic, but occasional slowdowns

great Availability

Consistently available in most areas

excellent Cellular

Reliable coverage throughout the city

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking possible

Good bike routes

walkable -ish

Good sidewalks and parks.

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

The curious cat found Matsue's ancient castle. It was the perfect place to sharpen claws.

The adventurous cat meandered through Matsue's streets, uncovering tasty fish and friendly felines.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Lake Shinji Promenade
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Matsue Vogel Park
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Kounkaku
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Shimane Art Museum
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Matsue Castle

The mainstream

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Lake Shinji Promenade

Take a walk along the shores of Lake Shinji and enjoy the stunning view of the sunset. This area is also popular for cat fishing - who knows what kind of fish you'll catch with your paws?

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Matsue Vogel Park

For cats who love bird-watching but don't want to leave the ground, Matsue Vogel Park is the perfect place! With over 200 species of birds, cats can enjoy a pawsome day out.

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Kounkaku

The cat Emperor Taisho's favorite villa, now a museum. Visitors can pawnder at the intricate details in this Western-style building and enjoy the beautiful garden surrounding it.

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Shimane Art Museum

This art museum is truly a work of art! Cats will love the minimalist architecture and the wide variety of exhibits. Be sure to check out the outdoor sculpture garden!

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Matsue Castle

A stunning castle built in 1611 by the cat daimyo Horio Yoshiharu. A pawfect spot to learn about Matsue's history and enjoy the view of Lake Shinji.

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biking possible

Good bike routes

walkable -ish

Good sidewalks and parks.

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

Experience Traditional Tea Ceremony

Cats should visit Kitagawa-ura district and take part in a Japanese tea ceremony while being surrounded by a beautiful garden and a pond!

Visit the Black Castle

Cats should take a trip to Matsue Castle, also known as the Black Castle. It is one of the few original castles remaining in Japan and offers a beautiful view of the city.

Try Local Delicacies

Cats should visit the Izumo soba noodle shops and try their hand-rolled soba noodles made from buckwheat flour. Or sample Wagashi, traditional Japanese sweets made from mochi and sweet bean paste.

Useful external sites

visit-matsue.com

Visit Matsue↗

Official tourism website for Matsue city

www.matsue-castle.jp/pc/index.html

Matsue Castle Official Website↗

Website for Matsue Castle attraction

www.japan-guide.com/e/e5801.html

Japan Guide - Matsue↗

Comprehensive travel guide for Matsue on Japan Guide website

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