Tottori

Tottori is known for its beautiful natural scenery and rich history. The largest sand dunes in Japan, the enormous Tottori Sand Dunes, stretch along the seashore and offer a range of activities to enjoy. Popular hot spring resorts such as Kaike Onsen and Misasa Onsen are scattered throughout the area, allowing visitors to relax at their leisure. This is a tranquil destination offering old, traditional culture in a serene natural setting.

Destination Highlights

Tottori Sand Dunes

Nature & Outdoors

Tottori Sand Dunes are the largest sand dunes in Japan. You can enjoy a range of activities, including sandboarding, camel rides, and paragliding. The view is particularly spectacular at sunset.

Mount Daisen

Nature & Outdoors

Mount Daisen offers beautiful scenery in any season and is perfect for mountaineering and hiking. In fall, when the leaves change color, the area is bathed in vivid colors, creating a magical landscape. You can also enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing in winter.

Gōshō Aoyama Manga Factory

Leisure & Attractions

This memorial museum for Gōshō Aoyama, the creator of the hit manga Case Closed (also known as Detective Conan), includes memorabilia and works from Mr. Aoyama’s youth, as well as facilities where visitors can see firsthand some of the inventions and “tricks” that appear in his creations.
A wide variety of original goods are also available in the Conan Tanteisha museum shop.

The four seasons of Tottori

Spring

Cherry blossoms bloom in every corner of Tottori in spring, and you can stroll in the mild weather while enjoying the abundant natural beauty. Utsubuki Park is a renowned spot for cherry blossoms and is beloved by many people.

Summer

In summer, Tottori gets delightful sea breezes and lush natural scenery. Enjoy the giant ocean of sand at the Tottori Sand Dunes and its many activities. You can also enjoy summer to its fullest while mountaineering or hiking at Mount Daisen.

Fall

The fall leaves are beautiful in Tottori, with the scenery around Mount Daisen being particularly spectacular. Enjoy hiking the mountain while viewing the vibrant colors of the leaves. Tottori also offers a rich array of fall produce such as pears and persimmons.

Winter

Tottorr transforms into a beautiful snow-covered landscape in winter, and you can have fun in the snow at Mount Daisen and Mount Hiruzen. There are many hot spring areas where you can experience the pure bliss of sinking into a hot spring amidst the cold. Enjoy a winter journey that warms the body and soul.

Trip highlights

  • Tottori Sand Dunes

    Tottori Sand Dunes

    Nature & Outdoors

    Closest station

    Tottori Station

  • Mount Daisen

    Mount Daisen

    Nature & Outdoors

    Closest station

    Yonago Station

  • Gōshō Aoyama Manga Factory

    Gōshō Aoyama Manga Factory

    Leisure & Attractions

    Closest station

    Yura Station

  • Tottori Hanakairo Flower Park

    Tottori Hanakairo Flower Park

    Nature & Outdoors

    Closest station

    Yonago Station

    Hōki-Mizoguchi Station

  • Kaike Onsen

    Kaike Onsen

    Leisure & Attractions

    Closest station

    Yonago Station

  • Kurayoshi Retro Town

    Kurayoshi Retro Town

    Arts & Culture

    Closest station

    Kurayoshi Station

  • Misasa Onsen

    Misasa Onsen

    Leisure & Attractions

    Closest station

    Kurayoshi Station

  • Okashinokotobukijo

    Okashinokotobukijo

    Food & Drink

    Closest station

    Hōki-Daisen Station

  • Pears (Mika-en)

    Pears (Mika-en)

    Food & Drink

    Closest station

    Tottori Station

Tottori route map

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Other sights in the San’in area

There are many other fascinating places in San'in. In addition to shrines and temples, you can also enjoy abundant nature.