Daisen Travel Guide

  Mount Daisen from Yasugi City
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  • Mount Daisen from Yasugi City
      Mount Daisen from Yasugi City
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  • Look at all those hats!
      Look at all those hats!
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  • On the Souhei Walk
      On the Souhei Walk
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  • Daisenji Temple
      Daisenji Temple
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  • Daisenji Temple Entrance
      Daisenji Temple Entrance
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Not Just for Skiing!

Not Just for Skiing!, Daisen

 Rabbityama Says:  Although Daisen is a very popular place to skii in the winter time, Daisen does offer a nice alternative, as well! I traveled here in the summer, so there was obviously no one skiing, but being here in the summer proved to be a good experience for a different activity. If... 

The Largest and Longest!

The Largest and Longest!, Daisen

 Rabbityama Says:  In Japan, Daisen is known for having the largest "gongen-zukuri" roof, located on the Ogamiyama shrine, and the longest natural stone road (picture) in the entire country. 

Transportation  

Getting to Mount Daisen

Getting to Mount Daisen, Daisen

 Rabbityama Says:  There is no train station directly by the mountain, but it is still not difficult to reach.You can take a train to Yonago Station and from the station, take a bus bound for Daisenji. Get off there (it will be the last stop) and you'll be just a short walk from the start of... 

Local Customs  

Don't Forget Your Hat

Don't Forget Your Hat, Daisen

 Rabbityama Says:  I am not exactly sure of the reason, but the Japanese were very fervent about wearing a hat while walking on the trails to the shrines in Daisen. In many cases they put their hats on whenever they went outdoors. As we walked on the trail, they were constantly advising me to... 

What to Pack  

Summer Traveling in Daisen

Summer Traveling in Daisen, Daisen

 Rabbityama Says:   Make sure to wear clothing and shoes that are appropriate for hiking on a trail. Don't wear anything that you would be upset to get dirty. Bring bug spray! The mosquitos are not a problem, but they are there, and for some reason, they seem to prefer foreign blood!If you... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Winter Skiing

Winter Skiing, Daisen

 Rabbityama Says:  Mount Daisen is a very popular place in Japan to go for skiing. Those in the Chugoku area who enjoy skiing should seriously consider a trip to Mount Daisen in the wintertime!During the summertime, Mount Daisen is great for those who enjoy hiking. 

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Mt. Daisen

Mt. Daisen, Daisen

 digitalparfait Says:  Mt. Daisen is a dormant volcano in western Tottori-ken, and is a beautiful spot off the "beaten track" of most western tourists. It's lovely if you are into skiing, and is quite a gorgeous spot for hiking - very beautiful views of the Daisen-Oki National Park. Historically,... 

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Four Days at Mount Daisen

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 While in Japan, I was lucky enough to get the chance to go to a children's camp in Daisen. Mount Daisen is a beautiful mountain with many temples and shrines scattered about it. I went for a hike on... 

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