| Location | 1-5 Tonomachi, Matsue City, Shimane |
| Features | One of only 12 original surviving castle keeps in Japan and selected as one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan." About 440 trees, including Yoshino and Yaezakura, decorate the grounds. The contrast between the dignified black-walled keep and the pale pink blossoms is breathtaking. Viewing the flowers from the Horikawa Sightseeing Boat is also exceptionally charming. At night, the illuminated keep and blossoms create a mystical atmosphere. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Kisuki-cho, Unnan City, Shimane |
| Features | Famous as one of the premier sakura spots in the Chugoku region and one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan." Around 800 Yoshino trees stretch for 2 km along the Hiikawa River, forming a magnificent tunnel of blossoms. During the blooming season, the "Kisuki Festival" is held, creating a scene symbolic of spring in Shimane, bustling with food stalls and visitors. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Mitoya-cho, Unnan City, Shimane |
| Features | Rows of cherry trees stretch for about 2 km along both banks of the Mitoya River, a tributary of the Hiikawa River. Just as the Yoshino blossoms begin to fall, the rare "Gyoiko" variety—known for its unique green flowers—reaches full bloom. This is a precious spot in Unnan City where you can enjoy both pink and green blossoms simultaneously or in quick succession. |
| Best Time | Late March – Mid-April |
| Location | 195 Taisha-cho Kizukihigashi, Izumo City, Shimane |
| Features | Approximately 200 cherry trees bloom within the grounds of Izumo Taisha, a sacred site famous for "En-musubi" (matchmaking), and the adjacent Shin-en Garden. The blossoms set against the solemn shrine architecture and deep green pines offer a refreshing and serene beauty unique to this hallowed ground. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful stroll while feeling the divine spring air. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Ushironoda, Tsuwano-cho, Kanoashi-gun, Shimane |
| Features | A castle site offering a panoramic view of Tsuwano, known as the "Little Kyoto of San'in." Reached by a chairlift, the impressive stone walls are beautifully accented by cherry blossoms. The contrast with the white-walled samurai residences and the carp-filled moats of Tonomachi Street in the town below is also superb, offering a luxurious mix of history and mountaintop views. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Nishihamasada-cho, Matsue City, Shimane |
| Features | Located on the northern shore of Lake Shinji, this park boasts an attractive location overlooking the water. Cherry blossoms surround the spacious lawn area, creating a refreshing contrast between the blue lake and pink flowers. It is also a famous sunset spot, and the collaboration of the sunset over Lake Shinji and the cherry blossoms is highly popular among photographers. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Around Sakurae-cho, Gotsu City, Shimane |
| Features | A town literally named after "cherry blossoms." Trees are dotted along the Gono River, the largest river in the Chugoku region, adding pale crimson hues to the quiet mountain landscape. Especially around the "Sakurae-cho Mizu-no-Kuni" area, visitors can enjoy a peaceful flower-viewing experience in harmony with the natural waterside environment. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Hirata-cho, Izumo City, Shimane |
| Features | Located on a hill in the Hirata district of Izumo City, this park overlooks the town. Many cherry trees are planted here, wrapping the entire hill in a festive atmosphere during full bloom. With playgrounds and open spaces, it is a popular spot for local families to visit for picnics. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Kakeya-cho Iruma, Unnan City, Shimane |
| Features | Selected as one of the "Top 100 Waterfalls in Japan." The surrounding nature trails are well-maintained, where wild mountain cherries bloom alongside fresh greenery in the spring. The combination of the waterfall's spray, the clear stream, and the subtly blooming blossoms creates a refined atmosphere of a secluded mountain valley. |
| Best Time | Mid-April |
| Location | 975 Nimacho Amagouchi, Oda City, Shimane |
| Features | The area around the museum is famous for housing the world's largest hourglass. The unique pyramid-shaped glass building provides a modern contrast to the cherry blossoms blooming nearby. The adjacent "Nima Kenko Park" features a long roller slide, making it a great spot for combining sightseeing with family fun. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
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