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Oda大田市
Spend one day in Oda to see Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center, a mine shaft and the Nima Sand Museum; add a quick walk through Omori town.
Oda is a small city in Shimane, centred on the historic Iwami Ginzan silver‑mine World Heritage site. The main attractions are within walking distance, so a half‑day to a full day suffices. Trains arrive at Odashi Station on the San‑in Line; buses and bike rentals serve the town centre.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid)
- Airport
- IZO
- Nights
- 0–1
Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Oda110 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Oda, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyOda is low‑risk; watch for steep uphill walks and keep cash for bike rentals.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportIZO Izumo Airport.
- Getting aroundFrom Odashi Station take a local bus or rent a bicycle (rental fee at the gas station across the street).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Street or quick mealRamen¥650–1,000 (≈ US$5–7)
- Metro or bus rideBus fare within town¥200–¥300 (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedSky Hotel single room, a night, per person¥5,500 (≈ US$40)
- Mid-range bedYuzuriha Inn ryokan, a night, per person¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
- High-end bedYuzuriha Inn ryokan, a night, per person¥15,000 (≈ US$110)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥7,000 (≈ US$50) · High ¥10,000 (≈ US$70)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- IZO Izumo Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Feb
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Mar
Best
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jun
not flagged
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Dec
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jan (1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Feb (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Oda: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
7 rd
Feb
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
6 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
May
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
10 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
12 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Nov
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
8 rd
Dec
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
From Odashi Station take a local bus or rent a bicycle (rental fee at the gas station across the street). Most sights are within a 2 km uphill walk from the station.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center
goDoor to door: ≈15 min
Walk 10 min uphill from Odashi Station
Entry ¥500; start here to orient yourself.
Ryugenji Mabu Mine Shaft
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Bus or walk 1 km (0.6 mi) from the CenterBus or walk 0.6 mi (1 km) from the Center
Self‑guided, ¥400 entry.
Okubo Mabu Mine Shaft
cautionDoor to door: ≈1 h
Bus to the World Heritage Center, then shuttle to the shaft
Guided tour ¥3,800; reserve if possible.
Nima Sand Museum
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Bus or taxi 15 km (9.3 mi) west, about 30 minBus or taxi 9.3 mi (15 km) west, about 30 min
Entry ¥700 (¥350 for foreigners).
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Sky Hotel Oda
Business hotel near the station; singles from ¥5,500 per night.
Yuzuriha Inn
High‑end ryokan in Omori town, close to the mines.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–7,000 (≈ US$35–50) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥7,000–10,000 (≈ US$50–70) excl. bed
- High
- ¥10,000 (≈ US$70)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Sky Hotel single room1 × 1 night × ¥6,500 | ¥6,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥7,000 | ¥7,000 |
| Odashi Station → Iwami Ginzan Center (bus)1 × ¥500 · check | ¥500 |
| Bike rental (full day)1 × ¥800 · check | ¥800 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥1,480 |
| Trip total≈ ¥16,280 per person per day, bed included | ¥16,280≈ US$110 |
2026 estimate in yen; transport to Oda not included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | ¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Donburi bowl | ¥700–1,200 (≈ US$5–9) |
| Ramen | ¥650–1,000 (≈ US$5–7) |
| Bus fare within town | ¥200–¥300 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Bike rental (hour) | ¥200 (≈ US$2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Mine shaft tours have limited slots; check the schedule at the World Heritage Center.
- Bicycle rentals require cash payment at the gas station.
- Winter hours may close earlier (e.g., Ryugenji Mabu at 16:00).Winter hours may close earlier (e.g., Ryugenji Mabu at 4:00 PM).
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Osaka; Japanese embassy in Tokyo.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Odashi → Iwami Ginzan Center (bus): about ¥500 (≈ US$4), 15 min (check)
- Bike rental (full day): about ¥800 (≈ US$6) (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
- カードで払えますか？ — Can I pay by card? (kādo de haraemasu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Oda. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bike‑rental pass for unlimited rides (check price).
- Combine the World Heritage Center ticket with the mine‑shaft pass for ¥1,200 total (check).
Sources
- officialWikidata Oda city
- officialLocal tourist association guide
- officialIwami Ginzan World Heritage Center
- secondaryNima Sand Museum
- secondaryWikivoyage: Oda, revision 5237324 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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