Tottori Travel Guide

  Brave yourself for the strong winds at...
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  • Brave yourself for the strong winds at Sakyuu!
      Brave yourself for the strong winds at...
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  • The many faces of Conan kun
      The many faces of Conan kun
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  • Is your Conan comic book displayed here?
      Is your Conan comic book displayed here?
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  • How the sand dunes look like in summer
      How the sand dunes look like in summer
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  • Winter wonderland
      Winter wonderland
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Tottori Sand Dunes

Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori

 sanukseeker Says:  I can't say that I have travelled Japan extensively but among the places of interest I have been to, Tottori sand dunes will definitely qualify as one of the top choices in my ranking list. This is embarrassing but before I arrived at Tottori, I was actually half-concerned... 

Gosho Aoyama Manga Factory

Gosho Aoyama Manga Factory, Tottori

 sanukseeker Says:  Gosho Aoyama is the creator of Detective Conan, the detective that has caused non-fans some grief by always remaining in the first grade. LOL. He is from Yurashuku, Tottori, which explains why this manga factory is in Tottori. Well, the pleasure you would derive from this... 

Tottori Sand Dunes

Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori

 Rabbityama Says:  The Tottori Sand Dunes are the largest sand dunes in Japan. While sand dunes are not typically associated with Japan, it is nevertheless a great place to visit! The size of the dunes is quite large however, because they are situated along the Sea of Japan, some people may... 

Kannon-in Temple

Kannon-in Temple, Tottori

 Rabbityama Says:  The temple was built in 1632. It's a rather small temple, but inside there is a beautiful, scerene garden! Upon entering, you will be treated to tea as you sit and admire the garden. Although the temple is located in the city, somehow, when you there, none of the noise from... 

Sand dunes and camel

Sand dunes and camel, Tottori

 bebejepang Says:  This is special place in Japan. Very very wide sand dunes plus camel make you think about another place... not Japan.Please try to ride on camel.... ride on camel only to take picture is 500 yen, but if you ride on camel for 30 min is 3000 yen. But it is valuable... 

Uradome Beach

Uradome Beach, Tottori

 bebejepang Says:  Uradome is beautiful beach in the north of Tottori. In summer, you also can swim, cause Uradome has not only rugged coastline, but also white sand seashore. 

Tottori Mingei Museum of Folkcrafts

Tottori Mingei Museum of Folkcrafts, Tottori

 Rabbityama Says:  This is a small museum in the downtown area of Tottori. The main attraction is the pottery, but there is also a variety of glass objects, as well as some clothing and other artwork. Outside the museum is an interesting little structure where visitors come to pray and make... 

World Sand Sculpture Festival

World Sand Sculpture Festival, Tottori

 Rabbityama Says:  Because Tottori city is home to Japan's largest sand dunes, the locals have taken a lot of pride in this unique site, and for those who wish to enjoy it further, the World Sand Sculpture Festival features sand sculptures from some of the most impressive sculptors in the... 

Tottori Prefectural Museum

Tottori Prefectural Museum, Tottori

 Rabbityama Says:  An affordable museum across from Jinpukaku at the foot of the Tottori Castle Ruins, the Tottori Prefectural Museum contains both art and historical artifacts. The museum features a variety of exhibits from the state of the area in Prehistoric times to modern plants and... 

Tottori Castle Ruins

Tottori Castle Ruins, Tottori

 Rabbityama Says:  Tottori Castle was once quite picturesque, as it was built on the side of Mount Kyusho overlooking the city. All that remains of the castle today are the walls, which offer a great view of the city. Many people come here for picnics. Although the castle is gone, the castle... 

TOTTORI SAKYU (SAND DUNES)

TOTTORI SAKYU (SAND DUNES), Tottori

 heywinks Says:  the tottori sand dunes are the largest dunes in japan and lie next to the JAPAN SEA. they are amazing! i've never seen anything like it before! when i visited there, i didn't feel like i was in japan. there are 2 camels that you can ride or take photos with which make going... 

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Iwaiya Ryokan: Hide away at Iwai Onsen

Iwaiya Ryokan: Hide away at Iwai Onsen, Tottori

 sanukseeker Says:  Disclaimer: I didn't actually stay at this ryokan. My friend whom I was staying with was friends with the owner and we came to seek refuge in this ryokan because the snow was falling so heavily that a soak in hot waters was the best thing to do without a doubt.Since I think... 

Transportation  

Getting to Tottori By Bus

Getting to Tottori By Bus, Tottori

 Rabbityama Says:  For a much more affordable trip to Tottori, consider taking a bus.You can reach Tottori from Osaka for only 3600 yen, which is half the amount you will pay if you go by train.There are buses to Tottori from places as close as Okayama and as far as Tokyo and Fukuoka, with... 

Tottori by Train

Tottori by Train, Tottori

 Rabbityama Says:  There are a few ways to reach Tottori by train.Trains that go directly to Tottori can be accessed from Kyoto to the east and from Tsuwano, Masuda, and Matsue to the West via the Limited Express trains.Alternatively, you can first go to Okayama and then transfer to the JR... 

Loop bus in Tottori city

Loop bus in Tottori city, Tottori

 bebejepang Says:  Loop bus is availbale that going around the city. It cost 300 yen for 1 ride, or 600 yen for 1 day ride. The ticket was available in the bus terminal. You also can ask bus schedule there. 

Using local train (18 kippu) from Okayama

Using local train (18 kippu) from Okayama, Tottori

 bebejepang Says:  I use JR local train special ticket (18 kippu) that availbale only during spring, summer, and winter, it is about 3 h from Okayama to Tottori. From Okayama station to Kamigori use the JR ticket, and change train to Chizu (not JR, so you have to pay 1000 yen). From Chizu use... 

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 Not Just Sand Dunes and Pears - I've lived in Tottori since August 2003, and have truly found myself at home in one of the least populated and developed areas of Japan. 

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Land of the Rising Sun

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 I'm sure there are many great places to view the rising sun in the Land of the Rising Sun, but the site is truly gorgeous from Tottori Sakyuu. I took a Night Bus with my friends, but it was not an...... 

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Gain bragging rights by going to Tottori

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 I visited Tottori in Dec 2011 and was caught offguard by its heavy snowfall and downpours. The statement "Tottori has cold and wet weather" stopped being mere words that I read on Wikitravel but... 

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SAND DUNES & ONSEN

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 TOTTORI is famous for TOTTORI SAKYU (SAND DUNES), by the JAPAN SEA. when you go to the sand dunes you don't feel like you are in japan! it's like you are in another world! 

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Not Just Sand Dunes and Pears

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 I've lived in Tottori since August 2003, and have truly found myself at home in one of the least populated and developed areas of Japan. 

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