NEWS

If you have the JR Rail Pass you can use it to travel to and from Izumo by train.

There is an express train from Okayama called “Yakumo” which takes a little over 3 hours.
There is also a sleeper train called “Sunrise Izumo” which runs between Tokyo and Izumo, and stops at several cities on the way every night. This special train has shower facilities, lounge seating, and several options for beds, including private rooms. You can reserve a spot up to one month in advance