Izumo Hinomisaki Lighthouse and Shrine

Hinomisaki, about 20 minutes by car from Izumo Taisha, is a cape jutting out into the Sea of Japan, where the white Hinomisaki Lighthouse stands as Japan's tallest stone lighthouse at 43.65 meters. From the top of the lighthouse, a 360-degree panoramic view unfolds, offering a commanding view of the magnificent Sea of Japan scenery. The adjacent Hinomisaki Shrine features beautiful vermillion-lacquered buildings and is famous as a sunset viewing spot, true to its name "Nisshin-gu" (Palace where the sun sets). This is a must-visit spot to combine with a pilgrimage to Izumo Taisha.