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Minshuku Shimaya

Area name Hamada Area
Practitioner Masatoshi Inamoto
Hands-on Experiences Nature Experiences/Sports Experiences
Accommodation Accommodation/Day Trip Experience
Meals Available

As a symbol of the harmony between humans, culture, and nature in the area, "Minshuku Shimaya" is located in Hamada City in the central area of western Shimane prefecture, which has abundant tourist attractions that draw on the area's rich nature as well as its traditional culture and a natural environment comprising beautiful mountains and seas that are famous across Japan.
Located next to the Sea of Japan, this guesthouse offers stunning views of the ever-evolving surroundings through its windows.

At "Minshuku Shimaya," you can take part in various activities that allow you to fully enjoy the Sea of Japan, such as making processed squid products and offshore fishing.
The meals served here feature delicious dishes that incorporate generous portions of seafood from the Sea of Japan. Because our partner fishermen prepare seafood caught on the same day while they are still fresh, you can enjoy rare species of fish that are hardly found in the city at affordable prices.
For the rice, we use premium "Koshihikari" rice produced in Iwami. Vibrant colors are added to the dishes in each season by using organic vegetables that are grown in the fields owned by the program affiliate without the use of any pesticides or chemical fertilizers.
Although these dishes are rustic, their simple flavors showcase the unique natural flavors of the ingredients used, allowing you to experience the time and effort that goes into each dish. Enjoying a meal while listening to the sound of waves lapping against the shore is a blissful experience that will make you forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Experience making processed squid products

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Experience category Culinary Experiences
Period As this activity depends on weather conditions, please contact us in advance.
Suitable age group High-grade elementary school students and above
Number of participants 3 to 15 people
Time required Around 2 hours
Fee 1,500 yen per person
Things to bring Apron, head kerchief
Necessity of reservation Yes (up to seven days in advance)
Experience content At "Minshuku Shimaya," you can experience making processed products using freshly caught squid.
 
"Squid Shiokara (salted fermented viscera)"
Although making squid shiokara by hand is surprisingly time-consuming, the final product is extraordinarily delicious despite its short shelf life as there are no additives and only salt is used to bring out the sweetness and umami flavors of the squid viscera. You will be taught how to make shiokara from squid quickly while it is still fresh.

The shiokara that you have made by hand can be brought back in a bottle. It is perfect when served alongside white rice and Japanese sake, and is also recommended for stir-fries using butter and foil-wrapped roasts.

[Overnight-dried Squid]
The process of drying squid overnight depends on weather conditions as it needs to be carried out under the sun. On sunny days, this can be done in around one day.
By exposing the squid to the sea breeze, an appropriate amount of its water content is retained, which keeps the squid soft and allows you to savor its umami flavors the more you chew on it.
 
Enjoy the shiokara and dried squid that you have painstakingly made from scratch along with some Japanese sake tonight.
Note *We accept requests to participate in this activity only without accommodation.

Offshore fishing experience

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Experience category Nature Experiences/Sports Experiences
Period From spring to autumn (please contact us in advance)
Suitable age group Please inquire
Number of participants 3 to 15 people
Time required 5 to 6 hours
Fee 7,000 yen per person (Prices vary depending on the fish that can be caught)
Things to bring Rubber boots, rain gear, sea-sickness medication (if required)
Necessity of reservation Yes (telephone reservation seven days in advance)
Experience content At "Minshuku Shimaya," you can go on a fishing boat and enjoy fishing offshore.

Once you go out into the open sea, all you can see is the horizon in the distance. Traveling out to the boundless blue ocean and gazing into the distance while you cast your line... this relaxing way to spend your time is indeed one of the greatest pleasures of fishing. There is also the exciting moment when you feel a fish taking the bait through the vibrations of your rod.

For the offshore fishing experience offered at "Minshuku Kamaya," you will be taught professional fishing techniques and methods in a way that even beginners can easily understand.
Although the fish that can be caught in each season is different, it is also possible to catch squid and bigger fish such as sea bream, yellowtail, and tilefish, so let's leave it to luck and wait♪

All required fishing equipment including baits and rods are provided by "Minshuku Kamaya," and even beginners can participate with a peace of mind.
Note *We accept requests to participate in this activity only without accommodation.

Facility details

Facility name Minshuku Shimaya
Practitioner Masatoshi Inamoto
Address  Kokubu-cho 600, Hamada City, Shimane prefecture
Inquiry phone number +81855-28-0574
hp.+8190-1188-6691
Business hours 7:00~20:00
Closed days Please inquire
Transportation method The nearest station is Shimoko Station on the JR San-in Main Line. Take the Iwami Kotsu bus from the Shimokoekiguchi bus stop and alight at either the Senjoenguchi bus stop or the Tatamigauraguchi bus stop. "Minshuku Shimaya" is a short walk from either bus stops.
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Note ■Accommodation only: 3,500~ yen per night (additional 500 yen for breakfast / additional 2,500~ yen for 2 meals)
*Half-price for children under elementary school age, and free for children under the age of 3.
(All listed prices are exclusive of tax.)

[Sightseeing spots in the vicinity]
1-minute walk to the beach
3-minute walk to the prefectural nature park Tatamigaura, a scenic spot
10-minute drive to Iwami Seaside Park and Shimane Aquarium AQUAS

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