1Tonomachi Street
A historic street in Tsuwano, often called Sanin's Little Kyoto. White walls and carp swimming in the roadside waterways create a distinctive townscape.
The vermilion buildings of Taikodani Inari ShrineTsuwano TownEnjoy more around your event.
Start at Tsuwano Station and explore the historic streets and art of this former castle town. Find places to visit around local events, with tips on getting around and choosing souvenirs.
Where is Tsuwano Town? Map of the sights
Location within Sanin
Town centre and sights
Recommended sights
The museums and historic streets near the station are easy to explore on foot. Allow extra travel time if you plan to visit shrines or more distant districts.
2Taikodani Inari Shrine
One of Japan's five major Inari shrines. Around 1,000 vermilion torii gates line the approach.
3Anno Art Museum
Discover the work of Tsuwano-born artist Mitsumasa Anno. The museum is close to the station, making it an easy stop on a walk through town.
Getting here and getting around
Travel times from major cities and hubs
Approximate one-way times to each arrival point. Driving times vary with breaks and traffic; public transport depends on services and transfers.
Shin-Yamaguchi StationTsuwano Station
About 1 hr
JR Yamaguchi Line / limited express
Route and timetable sourcesOgori InterchangeTsuwano Town
About 1 hr 10 min
National Route 9
Route and timetable sourcesMuikaichi InterchangeTsuwano Town
About 1 hr
National Routes 187 and 9
Route and timetable sourcesGetting around after arrival
Explore the Tonomachi area on foot from Tsuwano Station. There is a tourist information centre inside the station; use buses or a car for places farther away.
Towns to visit together
Choose by date
Events in Tsuwano Town →(Japanese)Events now and in the next 30 days
Check event dates and venues as you plan your visit. This guide features recommended events.
第3期「安野光雅の旅の風景」Multi-day〜Dec 9 (Wed) Daily 09:00–17:00Tsuwano Town · 安野光雅美術館Admission charges apply; check prices and conditions in the details.Official names & details are in Japanese
「鉄道のまち津和野」と「SLやまぐち号」パネル展＆スタンプラリーMulti-day〜Dec 28 (Mon) Daily 09:00–17:00Tsuwano Town · 津和野町日本遺産センターFreeOfficial names & details are in Japanese
津和野あんこ旅2026Multi-day〜Dec 31 (Thu) Daily Time to be announcedTsuwano Town · JR津和野駅Admission charges apply; check prices and conditions in the details.Official names & details are in Japaneseつわの栗のモンブランづくり体験（10・11月限定）This weekOct 9 (Fri) More dates: 10 · Sessions per day: 2 See event details for each session’s timesTsuwano Town · ちしゃの木Admission charges apply; check prices and conditions in the details.Official names & details are in Japanese
Food, specialities and gifts
Enjoy them between sightseeing stops, and take some home as gifts.
Genjimaki sweets
- Eat locally
- Compare different shops' Genji-maki during a break on your town walk
- Gifts to take home
- Long sweets made by rolling pastry around bean paste
Discover local specialities · official guide
Genji-maki is one of Tsuwano's signature souvenir sweets. Several shops in town make it, so combine a walk along Honmachi Street or elsewhere with a search for gifts.
Eat locally: Compare different shops' Genji-maki during a break on your town walk.
Take home: These long sweets are made by rolling pastry around bean paste. Choose boxes or quantities for the people you are buying for, and check the shelf life at the shop.
Uzume-meshi and imoni
- Eat locally
- Tsuwano's local dishes include uzume-meshi, with ingredients hidden beneath the rice, and autumn imoni
Discover local specialities · official guide
Try Tsuwano's local dishes: uzume-meshi, with ingredients hidden beneath the rice, or autumn imoni, a taro-based dish. Use the town's dining guide to plan lunch during your walk, and check seasonal availability and reservation requirements before visiting.
Choosing an area to stay
Around Tsuwano Station and the historic town
Stay near the station or historic centre for visits to Tonomachi Street and the museums.
Stay tips · official guide
Stay near the station or historic centre for visits to Tonomachi Street and the museums.
Seasonal events and town highlights
Sagimai heron dance ritual
A traditional Tsuwano ritual featuring dancers dressed as white herons.
Official event information