Top 10 Popular Tourist Spots In Tottori Prefecture [Definitive Edition]

2025年4月29日

Despite being the least populated prefecture in Japan, Tottori Prefecture offers magnificent nature, beautiful sea, history, hot springs, and gourmet food!
We have carefully selected classic tourist spots that will satisfy everyone from beginners to repeat visitors.

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1. Tottori Sand Dunes

One of the largest sand dunes in Japan, you can also enjoy camel riding and paragliding.
We also recommend watching the sunset and starry sky.

- Access
About 20 minutes by bus from Tottori Station

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2. Hakuto Shrine

The setting of the legend of "The White Rabbit of Inaba".
It is also popular as a power spot for matchmaking.

- Access
About 30 minutes by bus from Tottori Station

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3. Mizuki Shigeru Road

A shopping street that makes you feel like you have wandered into the world of monsters.
A must-see for fans of "GeGeGe no Kitaro"!
After sunset, it's monster time.

- Access
A short walk from Sakaiminato Station

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4. Mt. Daisen

The highest mountain in the Chugoku region.
A treasure trove of nature that can be enjoyed throughout the seasons, including mountain climbing, skiing, and autumn leaves.

- Access
About 50 minutes by bus from Yonago Station

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5. Kaike Onsen

A hot spring town facing the Sea of Japan, where you can enjoy seafood and skin-beautifying hot springs.

- Access
About 15 minutes by bus from Yonago Station

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6. Tottori Shanshan Festival

The largest summer festival in Tottori City, held every August.
The sight of thousands of dancers with bells attached to colorful umbrellas parading through the town is a spectacular sight!

- Access
Within walking distance from Tottori Station

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7. Misasa Onsen

A famous hot spring that boasts one of the highest radon contents in the world.
It's also fun to visit the foot baths along the river and stroll around the hot spring town.

- Access
About 20 minutes by bus from Kurayoshi Station

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8. Kurayoshi White-Walled Storehouses

The retro townscape of white-walled storehouses and red roof tiles from the Edo period is attractive.

There are also plenty of cafes and souvenir shops.

- Access
About 15 minutes by bus from Kurayoshi Station

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9. Mt. Mitoku

A sacred mountain with the national treasure Sanbutsu-ji temple, famous for its "Nageire-do" temple, built on a cliff.
Climbing the steep mountain path to worship is a training experience that purifies the mind and body.

- Access
About 40 minutes by bus from Kurayoshi Station (a short walk from the "Mt. Mitoku Sando Iriguchi" stop)

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10. Uradome Coast

A stunning coastline with crystal clear water and a series of strange rocks.
Pleasure boats and SUP experiences are also recommended.

- Access
About 10 minutes by bus from Iwami Station

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[Summary]

Tottori's classic spots are full of attractions that combine magnificent nature, history, hot springs, and manga culture!
There are plenty of places to enjoy whether you're visiting for a day trip or a relaxing overnight stay.
Please come and enjoy the unknown charms of Tottori.

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