Iwami Ginzan Silver MineOda City · Western ShimaneOmori town and the Iwami Ginzan mine tunnel
This area runs from the former Omori magistrate's office through the town toward Ryugenji Mabu. Allow time to walk out and back as well as explore the town and tunnel. Plan the World Heritage Center and Yunotsu as separate destinations.
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Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine: Things to do
This area runs from the former Omori magistrate's office through the town toward Ryugenji Mabu. Allow time to walk out and back as well as explore the town and tunnel. Plan the World Heritage Center and Yunotsu as separate destinations.
Walk through OmoriTown life and history
Walk from the former magistrate's office and choose which public attractions to enter. Omori is also a living community; distinguish viewing buildings from outside from entering them.
いも代官ミュージアム(石見銀山資料館) — facility information and events(Japanese)www.ginzan-wm.jp ↗ginzan.city.oda.lg.jp ↗Checked against official information on 2026-10-14. Opening hours and prices may change.
Plan the walk to the tunnelWork back from admission
Ryugenji Mabu requires a further walk from the town. Add the outward and return walk to your visit time so you reach admission before it closes and catch your return bus.
Checked against official information on 2026-10-14. Opening hours and prices may change.
Choose your bus stopThe center is separate
The town and tunnel are separate from the World Heritage Center. Choose your stop by your destination; if driving, check local traffic and parking guidance too.
Checked against official information on 2026-10-14. Opening hours and prices may change.
Nearby facilities
- 龍源寺間歩Facility information and events
- いも代官ミュージアム(石見銀山資料館)Museum(Japanese)
- 石見銀山 大森の町並みStreet / shopping area(Japanese)
- 大森町並み交流センターFacility information and events(Japanese)
Annual highlights
Previously listed events
Getting here and planning your stay
From Hamada StationCar About 60 minJR limited express and Iwami Kotsu bus About 90 min
- CarAbout 60 min
- JR limited express and Iwami Kotsu busAbout 90 min
Take a limited express to Odashi Station and transfer to an Iwami Kotsu bus toward Omori. From Iwami Ginzan Park, continue to Ryugenji Mabu on foot or by rental bicycle. Destination: Iwami Ginzan (Omori magistrate's office site and Ryugenji Mabu). Times are one-way estimates.
Tourist information1 locationsIwami Ginzan Silver Mine
- Iwami Ginzan Omori Tourist Information CenterOutside Iwami Ginzan Park・8:30–17:00Official ↗
Parking1 locations
- 石見銀山駐車場(世界遺産センター第1~第3)Paid