Details About Matsue

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Matsue is the capital of Shimane Prefecture. It is known for the original Matsue Castle, its location between two lakes and the Sea of Japan and its former resident Lafcadio Hearn. The city is also a good base to visit nearby Izumo Taisha, one of Japan's most important shrines.
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Currency in Japan: yen (JPY)