Tottori Prefecture

With the Sea of ​​Japan to the north and the Chugoku Mountains to the south, the area is charming with its beauty across every season. The prefecture is filled with nature, culture, and tradition, including the overwhelming presence of Mt. Daisen, the majestic Tottori Sand Dunes that took 100,000 years to form, Hakuto Shrine famous for its related mythology, and the castle town. Abundant hot springs and fresh seafood and mountain produce.

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Famous Spots in Tottori Prefecture

  • Tottori Sand Dunes

    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.

  • Sand Museum

    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.

  • Mitokusan Sanbutsuji Temple, Nageiredo

    The inner sanctuary of a mountain temple located on Mt. Mitoku at an altitude of 900 meters. It is designated as a National Treasure. Climb the rigorous Shugendo trail using chains and purify your six senses by visiting the Nageiri-do Hall on the cliff.

  • Mt. Daisen

    A famous mountain, the highest peak in the Chugoku region at 1,709 meters above sea level. It is an area famous for its water and home to one of the largest beech forests in western Japan. Activities such as mountain climbing and skiing are also popular.

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Experience in Tottori Prefecture

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Downhill Biking include lunch experience
4h (approx.)
18,000yen
5-Day JR Kansai WIDE Area Pass...
13,000yen
Have Fun in Tottori Pass (1...
2,100yen
Kurayoshi Figure Museum Amphitheater Admission fee...
30min
2,000yen
[Tottori Prefecture, Mt. Mitoku] Limited to...
2~3h
15,000yen

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Access

By Air:
Haneda Airport~Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport (ANA) : Approx. 1hr 15 min./Yonago Kitaro Airport (ANA) : Approx. 1hr 20 min.

By Train:
Kansai Airport~Osaka Station (Railway) Approx. 50 min. ~ Tottori Station (JR) : Approx. 2hr 30 min./Yonago Station (JR) : Approx. 3hr 10 min.

By Bus:
Osaka Namba~Tottori Station (Nihon Kotsu Highway Bus) : Approx. 3hr min./Kurayoshi Station (Nihon Kotsu Highway Bus) : Approx. 3hr 30 min./Yonago Station (Nihon Kotsu Highway Bus) : Approx. 3hr 30 min.