Misa Kishioka, Local Guide ~ An Original Japan Travel Guide by Hoshino Resorts' Local Staff

Local Guide

Misa Kishioka

The trusted leader in Tamatsukuri

He is the leader of Hoshino Resorts KAI Tamatsukuri and is highly trusted by the Staff/staff members, who think and act on various matters on a daily basis.
He prepares dishes more carefully than anyone else, and many Staff/staff members admire Mr. Kishioka!
She is an active girl who always surprises us with her range of activities by bicycle on her days off.
Her bicycle is already in its third generation.

Hoshino Resorts KAI Tamatsukuri: It takes about 20 minutes by car from Matsue. This hot spring ryokan is located in Tamatsukuri hot spring in Izumo, the Land of the Gods, and all rooms have outdoor hot springs. The hot spring is famous for its historic hot spring water for beautiful skin, which is mentioned in "Izumo no kuni fudoki (Record of the Fudoki of Izumo Province)".
The hot spring is famous for its skin-beautifying qualities, and can be fully enjoyed not only in the Public hot spring, but also in the Guest room Outdoor hot spring.
KAI Local Flavors meals are prepared using seasonal ingredients such as Lake Shinji clams and crabs. It is also a tasteful way to experience Matsue's tea ceremony culture in the tea room with a view of the Japanese garden. In addition, nightly "Iwami Kagura" dances based on mythology are performed (free of charge). You can feel the culture of Izumo close at hand.

Introduction page

Local Guide FAQ

What do you recommend in Izumo and Matsue area?: Here are two recommended cafes!
... Le Cochon d'Or Izunishi
A café (bakery) located next to the Izumo Kiln. The tableware used in the café is from the Izumo Kiln.
Cafe Kiharu
This café is located in the Matsue History Museum. You can enjoy Japanese sweets while looking at the garden and Matsue Castle Keep.

Please sneak in some hole-in-the-wall places that you know because you live there.

Here are two of my favorite spots in Matsue.
Herun no Koji (pathway of Herun)
Bubudango (dumplings) baked in an irori (a small oven) are delicious!
The name of the restaurant is mentioned in small print in guidebooks, but it is located behind Matsue Castle, so I have not heard of many people going there.

Gessho-ji Temple
It is also called "Ajisai-dera" (Hydrangea temple), although the hydrangea season is the best time to visit,
Personally, I would like you to see the turtle statue in the back of the temple!

Where did you travel to last year and with whom?

Kyoto (winter), Kyoto (winter), Kyoto (summer), Hiroshima (summer), Kamakura (summer), Osaka (winter), Yamaguchi (winter)
Hoshino Resorts KAI Kaga (early summer), Kyoto (summer), Hiroshima (summer), Kamakura (summer), Osaka (winter), Yamaguchi (winter) with colleagues

Last year, I traveled mostly with my colleagues. I sometimes go to Kyoto and Okayama alone.

What do you do on your days off?: I go out for mornings, relax at cafes, and regularly visit Izumo Taisha Shrine.

Is there anything you always take with you on a trip?: Depending on the location, a red seal book and a snack. I always bring snacks with me, especially kombu-ume (kelp plums) as they are good for sobering up.