Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine World Heritage Site
At its peak, the Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine was Japan's largest silver mine, pushing Japan to produce about one-third of the silver in all the world. The entire area is now a World Heritage Site.
The Omori district features a number of historical buildings preserved in their original state, including the homes of samurai and merchants, as well as the Kumagai Residence, all from the Edo period. The cafe located in a renovated old house is a popular spot to relax and unwind.
It takes about 40 minutes on foot from Omori town to reach Ryugenji Mabu,* the mine shaft where silver was once mined. Be sure to wear comfortable fitting clothes for the long walk.
The Omori district features a number of historical buildings preserved in their original state, including the homes of samurai and merchants, as well as the Kumagai Residence, all from the Edo period. The cafe located in a renovated old house is a popular spot to relax and unwind.
It takes about 40 minutes on foot from Omori town to reach Ryugenji Mabu,* the mine shaft where silver was once mined. Be sure to wear comfortable fitting clothes for the long walk.
View scenic routes that include this spot
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Street address
- Omori-cho, Oda City
Access
- [Iwami Kotsu Bus Kawamoto Line or Omori/Oe Line] Oda-shi Station-->→Omoridaikansho-ato Around 25 minutes
40 minutes by foot to Ryugenjimabu.
- [Iwami Kotsu Bus Kawamoto Line or Omori/Oe Line] Oda-shi Station-->→Omoridaikansho-ato Around 25 minutes
Opening Hours
- Center open hours: 8:30-17:30
Exhibition room viewing hours: 9:00-17:00 (reception open until 16:30)
*Open for an additional 30 minutes between March and November
Closed
- The last Tuesday of every month, New Year Holiday
Website
- https://ginzan.city.ohda.lg.jp/
Best season
- All year
Point
- * Discount for foreigners available
update: Sep.3.2024
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