Model Route - short 04

The Art of Swords, Sand and Gardens

west japan spot map
Himeji City 1
Himeji City
Tottori Pref. 2
Tottori Pref.
Okayama Pref. 3
Okayama Pref.
Himeji City 1
Himeji City
Tottori Pref. 2
Tottori Pref.
Okayama Pref. 3
Okayama Pref.
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Shin-Osaka Station 〜 Himeji Station
By Shinkansen30min. Approx.

Himeji Castle, which retains its appearance from over 400 years ago, is the finest wooden building in Japan and is registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

A Japanese garden covering over 30,000 square meters, consisting of nine gardens with different styles. The scenery changes with each season, from cherry blossoms in spring, to deep green in summer, and colorful leaves in autumn.

photo:©Himeji City

Himeji Station 〜 Tottori Station
By Limited Express1hr 40min.Approx.

This coastal sand dune has some of the world's largest and most undulating features, including the 47-meter-high "Umanose" sand dune. There are also plenty of activities available, such as paragliding and sandboarding.

A museum of sand sculptures made from sand and water. The theme changes every year based on the concept of "Travel around the World in Sand," and the works of the world's top sculptors are exhibited.

Tottori Station ~ Kurashiki Station
By Limited Express/JR2hr 40 min.Approx.

A popular tourist destination representing Okayama Prefecture. Traditional white-walled warehouses harmonize with Western-style architecture in a beautiful townscape, and you can also enjoy river boat rides and the various cafés.

A museum that specializes in exhibiting swords. Located in Osafune, the mecca for Japanese swords, visitors can engage with the craftsmanship through exhibits of Bizen swords and a sword-forging experience.

Kurashiki Station 〜 Kagato Station
By Limited Express/JR1hr Approx.
Kagato Station 〜 Okayama Airport
By JR/Bus1hr 50min. Approx.
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