Latest Events in Shimane Prefecture(August Updated)

The Izumo Myth Festival is held annually in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture. The event grounds feature stage performances and food stalls, allowing visitors to fully experience this summer tradition of Izumo. A highlight of the festival is the breathtaking spectacle unfolding on the birthplace of the myth. Fireworks light up the Izumo night sky with live music, creating a dazzling and unforgettable spectacle. Stage performances and Bon dance performances are also highlights.

The Matsue Water Lantern Festival is a water lantern festival held annually in and around Matsue Castle. Not only Matsue Castle, but also the castle town streets, such as Shiomi Nawate and the old samurai residences, are illuminated with countless lanterns and colorful lights. A highlight is the Horikawa sightseeing boat, which offers a night cruise only available during the festival. From the boat, you can admire the lantern-lit streets and the castle forest park, illuminated by the boats' lights. Enjoy the dreamlike scenery created by the play of light and shadow around Matsue Castle Town.

Matsue Suigosai Fireworks Festival 2024 is an annual event held in Matsue, Japan. Taking place on the eastside of Lake Shinji, this festival promises a mesmerizing display of fireworks that will leave spectators in awe. The festival's location on the eastside of Lake Shinji provides a picturesque backdrop for the fireworks, creating a magical atmosphere. From August 3rd to August 4th, 2024, visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of 21,000 fireworks illuminating the night sky. On August 3rd (Saturday), a staggering 10,000 fireworks will be launched, followed by an even grander display of 11,000 fireworks on August 4th (Sunday). This two-day extravaganza will captivate attendees with its vibrant colors and intricate designs. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness this awe-inspiring event. Matsue Suigosai Fireworks Festival 2024 promises an unforgettable experience for all who attend. Mark your calendars for August 3rd and 4th, 2024, and prepare to be amazed by the sheer beauty and artistry of the fireworks. Join us in Matsue as we celebrate this magnificent display of Matsue Suigosai Fireworks Festival 2024.

Mark your calendars for Koo Koo, a spectacular concert taking place at the Amaturo Theater at Broward Center on October 13, 2024. Located at 201 SW 5th Avenue, Ft Lauderdale, FL, 33312, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience for music enthusiasts. Featuring an electrifying lineup including hit songs like "Get Yo Body Movin'", "Dinosaur Stomp", and "All I Eat Is Pizza", Koo Koo guarantees a night filled with entertainment and excitement. Tickets for this extraordinary show will be available for purchase from April 11, 2024, at 14:00 to October 13, 2024, at 17:00. Don't miss the chance to witness the magic of Koo Koo live on stage. Plan ahead and secure your seats for a thrilling evening of music and fun!

From the late Heian period to the Azuchi-Momoyama period (approximately 12th to 16th century), the Iwami region in the western part of today's Shimane Prefecture also gave birth to a unique medieval cultural landscape. Buddhism and Shinto beliefs intertwined, and the samurai class and local nobles rose, leaving behind a rich and colorful art and craft works on this land. This exhibition, titled "Prayer and Beauty", brings together about 60 medieval art and craft works related to the Iwami region, including 16 important cultural properties. The exhibition is divided into four chapters, narrating why these works were created, what social and religious significance they carry, and how they have been protected from generation to generation. The exhibits include Buddhist paintings, shrine treasures, crafts, and documentary materials, which not only show the artistic level of the medieval Iwami region, but also reflect the way people at that time understood "beauty" and "faith".

A fireworks display held at the Hii River in Unnan City, Shimane Prefecture. This is a historic festival that has been going on since the early Meiji era, and the shopping street that has become a pedestrian paradise is lined with shops and crowded with people at night. 1,500 fireworks are launched in 20 minutes, and the viewing area is only about 120 meters away from the launch site, so you can enjoy the fireworks up close.

The sounds of drums and flutes echoed throughout the city, and Yasugi's summer tradition, the "Yasugi Tsukizawa Festival," was held. This year's fireworks were scheduled to be launched from a site under the Jugami Yamashita (breakwater) (about 2,000 fireworks).

Hamada Fishing Port, known as one of the main fishing ports in San'in, holds the summer event "Ishishu Hamako Summer Festival" every year. Fireworks are set off at night against the backdrop of the fishing port, praying for a great victory, which has become an indispensable tradition in Hamada in the summer. The venue features performances of the local traditional performing art Iwami Kagura, and stalls where you can taste local food.