Tottori

About Tottori

Tottori prefecture along the Sea of Japan coast is best known for its sand dunes (Tottori Sakyu) and Sand Sculpture Museum. The spiritual center of mountain worship, Daisen in Tottori is a large, volcanic mountain. You can visit both Daisenji Temple and Ogamiyama Shrine along the wooded paths on the lower slopes of Daisen. After climbing dunes and mountains, be sure to try the local specialty Matsubagani cuisine. Matsubagani is a long legged snow crab, delicious in all the many ways it is prepared, but especially as Kanijuu (snow crab soup).

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Tottori Sand Dunes

These sand dunes span over 30 km², making it the largest dune system in Japan. Created by sediment deposits carried from the Chugoku Mountains , the dunes have

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Uradome Coast

This coastline along the Sea of Japan is famous for its sandy beaches and sightseeing boat tours. The best area for swimming is the stretch close to Arasuna Jin

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Gosho Aoyama Manga Factory

This museum is dedicated to the works of Gosho Aoyama, a local artist most famous for creating the globally successful manga Conan Detective/Case Closed. Fans a

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Tottori Sand Museum

This museum is Japan’s only open-air museum exhibiting sculptures made of sand.

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Misasa Onsen Hot Spring Town

This hot spring resort town is located in central Tottori Prefecture. "Misasa" literally translates to 'three mornings' and originates from the belief that one

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Shigeru Mizuki Road

Mizuki Shigeru, from Sakaiminato, was an artist fascinated with yokai, or Japanese demons, who went on to create the popular manga Ge Ge Ge No Kintaro. Alongsid

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Chiyomusubi Sake Brewery

Established in 1865, this historical sake brewery was built with authenticity, safety and health as its main themes. The Chiyomusubi Sake Brewery offers factory

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Hotel Oyado Nono

Hotel Oyado Nono opened in 2016 and features a traditional Japanese aesthetic. Its amenities include restaurants, a bar, sauna, and a couple of onsens (hot spri

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Sakaeya

This seafood restaurant specializing in crab and fish dishes is located right beside Sakaiminato and easily accessible from the national highway. During the col

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Minatomachi Shopping District

This shopping district right next to Yumeminato Tower features Taisho Roman styled red brick warehouses and offers goods not just from around the area, but from

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Yumeminato Tower

Located in the Yumeminato park, this landmark offers many different activities for people of all ages to enjoy. The Yumeminato Tower measures in at around 43 me

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Monster Rental Bicycle

This bike rental place encourages tourists to see the popular sites around town, especially the yokai (ghosts). The path starts at the head of Mizuki Shigeru Ro

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Tottori Food Guide

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Tottori Access Guide

While being the nation’s least populated prefecture, Tottori still has a large variety of options in terms of transportation. It has two airports that hold both

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Hotels in Tottori

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Y Pub & Hostel Tottori

Y Pub & Hostel Tottori offers accommodation in Tottori. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Y Pub & Hostel Tottori features free WiFi . You will find a s

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Onyado Nono

Featuring free WiFi and a hot spring bath, Onyado Nono offers accommodation in Sakaiminato. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is ava

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Iwayu

Iwayu is situated in Misasa, 200 metres from Misasa Onsen. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site. Every room at this ryok

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Saiki Bekkan

Located 400 metres from Misasa Onsen in Misasa, Saiki Bekkan features a restaurant and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is avai

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Misasa Garden Hotel

Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Misasa Garden Hotel offers accommodation in Misasa, 600 metres from Misasa Onsen. Free private parking is available on sit

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Hakusen

Situated in Yonago, 100 metres from Kaike Hot Spring, Hakusen boasts a hot spring bath and sauna. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private

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Sakaiminato

This whimsical city west of Japan's Tottori prefecture is an absolute treat. Little surprises await at every corner from the moment you arrive at Sakaiminato St

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