1Hii River cherry trees
Cherry trees line the Hii River in Kisuki. In spring, enjoy the flowers and riverside scenery on foot. The map marks a starting point for the cherry-tree walk.
Cherry blossoms along the Hii River embankmentUnnan CityEnjoy more around your event.
Visit Unnan for cherry blossoms beside the Hii River, shrines connected with local myths, ancient bronze bells and waterfalls in the mountains. Sights are spread across Kisuki, Daito, Kamo and Kakeya, so focus on a manageable area for each day.
Where is Unnan City? Map of the sights
Location within Sanin
Town centre and sights
Recommended sights
The cherry trees in Kisuki offer riverside walks, while Suga Shrine and Kamo Iwakura are detours in separate districts. Yaedaki Falls are farther south in the mountains. Plan differently for a cherry blossom day and a drive through mythology and nature.
2Suga Shrine
A shrine known for its connection to Japanese waka poetry. Visit the grounds for a glimpse of Unnan's mythology. Reaching the inner shrine requires a mountain walk separate from the main shrine visit.
3Kamo Iwakura Archaeological Site
An archaeological site where many bronze bells were unearthed. Start at the guidance facility, then use the reconstructed burial display to explore the ancient history both on site and through the exhibits.
4Yaedaki Falls
A nature walk in Kakeya visiting several waterfalls along a clear stream. The photo shows one of them, Koyo Falls.
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-OsakaKisuki Station
About 4 hr 30 min
Change at Okayama and Shinji
Route and timetable sourcesMatsue CastleMitoya-Kisuki Interchange
About 30 minutes
Not the journey time to Kisuki Station or the town center
Route and timetable sourcesGetting around after arrival
Use the JR Kisuki Line for Kisuki. Combine buses and a car when exploring the wide area including Kamo, Daito and Kakeya. Allow walking time at waterfalls and shrines too.
Towns to visit together
Choose by date
Events in Unnan City →(Japanese)Events now and in the next 30 days
Check event dates and venues as you plan your visit. This guide features recommended events.
みんな集まれ！きすき駅フェス2026Oct 12 (Mon) 10:00–15:00Unnan City · 雲南市木次経済文化会館 チェリヴァホールFreeOfficial names & details are in Japanese
出雲の山城ロマン紀行～月山富田城跡と三刀屋城・日倉城跡を巡る～Oct 17 (Sat) 08:15–17:15Unnan City · 木次駅Admission charges apply; check prices and conditions in the details.Official names & details are in Japanese
さくらおろち湖祭り2026Oct 18 (Sun) 10:00–15:00Unnan City · さくらおろち湖ローイング競技施設FreeOfficial names & details are in Japanese
Food, specialities and gifts
Enjoy them between sightseeing stops, and take some home as gifts.
Grilled mackerel and mackerel sushi
- Eat locally
- Enjoy fragrant grilled mackerel or grilled-mackerel sushi as a meal
- Gifts to take home
- Discuss items to eat soon separately from those you will carry farther
Discover local specialities · official guide
In Unnan, look for whole grilled mackerel on skewers or sushi made with grilled mackerel. These foods need temperature control, so ask about carrying them and when to eat them at purchase.
Eat locally: Enjoy fragrant grilled mackerel or grilled-mackerel sushi as a meal.
Take home: Discuss items to eat soon separately from those you will carry farther. Check chilled packing for the time until you get home.
Kisuki dairy products
- Eat locally
- Add milk or ice cream to a food stop in town
- Gifts to take home
- Dairy needs temperature control
Discover local specialities · official guide
Local dairy products such as Kisuki Dairy milk and ice cream are another option. The photo shows the factory exterior and does not indicate a factory tour or direct-sale event.
Eat locally: Add milk or ice cream to a food stop in town.
Take home: Dairy needs temperature control. When buying refrigerated or frozen products, check chilled packing or shipping with the retailer.
Choosing an area to stay
Around Kisuki and Mitoya
An option for establishing a base for travel around the city.
Stay tips · official guide
An option for establishing a base for travel around the city.
Yoshida and Kakeya mountain areas
An accommodation option for a day focused on nature walks and mountain detours.
Stay tips · official guide
An accommodation option for a day focused on nature walks and mountain detours. The mountain scenery photo does not show a particular property's location or rooms.
Seasonal events and town highlights
Kagura in Unnan
Add a kagura performance to a trip through mythological sites. Venues, dates and booking conditions vary by performance. For an evening show, plan your return to accommodation in advance.
Official event information