Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center and the townscape of Omori

Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center and the townscape of Omori_3

Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine was Japan's biggest-class silver mine. At its peak period, it is estimated that about a third of all the silver mined throughout the world came from Japan, and most of it from Iwami Ginzan. The entire area is listed as a World Heritage Site.
Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center introduces the history of Iwami Ginzan and the technology that was used there. The Omori district has samurai residences from the Edo Period, a residence of the wealthy merchants of the Kumagai family, as well as other historical buildings, maintaining the atmosphere of that time. There are cafes which are renovated from an old Japanese-style house that is a popular spot for relaxing.
We recommend taking a relaxing walk by the beautiful stream in the forest that connects the mining shafts and Omori Town. The walk from Iwami Ginzan Park takes 40 minutes one-way.
But make sure to dress appropriately for the walk.

View scenic routes that include this spot

A journey of beautiful scenery and the undiscovered treasures of Japan

More Information about Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center and the townscape of Omori

Street address: (Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center)
1597-3 Omori-cho, Oda City, Shimane Prefecture
(Ryugenji Mabu Mine Shaft)
183 Omori-cho, Oda City, Shimane Prefecture
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Access

Take the JR San-in Line to Odashi Station (ＪＲ大田市駅）. From there, ride the Iwami-Ginzan-Go bus of Iwami Kotsu Local Bus, the Kawamoto Line bus, Omori Line bus, or the Oe Line bus.
After that:
- For those going to the Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center: Get off at Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center bus stop.
- For those wanting to use vehicles and walk to see the Iwami Ginzan townscape: Get off at Omori-Daikansho-Ato bus stop.
- For those wanting to walk while enjoying the Iwami Ginzan townscape and the mine remains: Get off at Omori bus stop.
- For those wanting to walk while enjoying the Iwami Ginzan townscape: Get off at either Omori bus stop or Omori-Daikansho-Ato bus stop.

Opening Hours: (Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center)
8:30-17:30
Exhibition rooms: 9:00-17:00 (last entry at 16:30)
Hours extended for 30 minutes from March to November
(Ryugenji Mabu Mine Shaft)
9:00-17:00 (from December to February: 16:00)
Last admission 10 minutes before closing.

Closed: (Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center) The last Tuesday of every month, and the end-of-year and New Year period
(Ryugenji Mabu Mine Shaft) New Years Day