Gessho-ji

Gessho-ji is the family temple of Matsudaira family who used to rule Matsue Clan and was associated with Izumo province in modern-day Shimane prefecture. The temple is located north of Matsue Shinji-ko Onsen, hot spring, and has a small hill in its background. In the area of about 10,000 square meters, they enshrine tombstones of successive leaders of the Matsue Clan, and the grave and the gate has not changed from the original appearance since they were made. The elegant and tranquil look is worth seeing. Gessho-ji is also called "The temple of hydrangea." From mid-June to the beginning of July, blue and purple hydrangeas decorate the approach, gate and stone lantern with moss and it is just an outstanding view.