Yonago Waterbird Sanctuary
Stretching across the borders of Tottori and Shimane prefectures, Nakaumi is one of Japan’s premier wild bird habitats, home to about 40% of all bird species recorded in the country. Located on the northeastern shore of this brackish lake, Yonago Waterbird Sanctuary is a 28-hectare wetland reserve designed to provide a safe haven for waterbirds and an ideal spot for birdwatching.
A comfortable place with a nice environment for birdwatching.
Conan Street
This sightseeing street is in Hokuei Town, Tottori Prefecture, the hometown of Gosho Aoyama, the creator of the popular manga series Detective Conan. Stretching for about 1.4 kilometers from Conan Station (JR Yura Station) to the Gosho Aoyama Manga Factory, the street is packed with attractions that can captivate visitors of all ages.
You can spot Conan-themed elements starting right inside the station.
Kanemochi-Jinja Shrine
It is Japan's only shrine with such a fortuitous name. The shrine enshrines Ame-no-Tokotachi-no-Mikoto, Yatsukamizuomizunu-no-Mikoto, and Omizunu-no-Mikoto, the deities of land management, fortune, and nation-building.
A shrine for praying for good fortune and wealth.
Daisen (Tottori Prefecture)
At 1709m above sea level, this is the highest peak of a polygenetic volcano in the Chugoku District. Selected into Japan’s 100 great Mountains and Japan’s 100 Scenic Places, it is the symbol of Tottori and is designated as the Daisen Oki National Park, which includes the surrounding Hiruzen Area, Oki Island, Shimane Peninsula, and Mt. Sanbe Area.
A great place to go skiing in the winter.
Tottori Nijisseiki Pear Museum acepack Nashikkokan
This is the only museum in Japan specialized in pears which Tottori is famous for. Displays on pears, taste comparison, pear desserts, sales of souvenirs, hands-on experience of cultivating pears, and there are other ways to get to know pears.
They offer tasty pears for sampling. You can learn about different pear varieties and how they grow. There are also all kinds of pear souvenirs.*
Tottori Sand Dunes The Sand Museum
The world’s first museum, curating sand creations. It is produced by Katsuhiko Chaen, who was selected as “100 Most Respected Japanese People.” He invites sand sculptors from all over the world to display sand sculpture at the global top level.
It happened to be raining, which actually made it nice to take my time and look around.
Each theme felt different.
Tottori Sand Dunes
Located on the Sea of Japan side of Tottori City in Tottori Prefecture, the Tottori Sand Dunes stretch 16 km from east to west and 2.4 km from north to south, making them one of the largest dune systems in Japan. These dunes, designated as a special protected area and a Natural Monument of Japan, are a major tourist attraction representing Tottori Prefecture.
The sand dunes stretch out as far as the eye can see.
If you get the chance, you should definitely come ride a camel.
Tokyo Monorail
The Tokyo Monorail that runs between Haneda Airport and Tokyo, with an average interval of only 4 minutes, can take you to Hamamatsucho Station in as little as 13 minutes, where a transfer to the JR Yamanote Line can be made.
The easiest and most convenient train for getting from Haneda Airport into the city.
Takamatsu Symbol Tower
Standing 151.3 meters tall, the tower of Takamatsu Symbol Tower is the tallest building in Shikoku. Located just a 5-minute walk from the Takamatsu Port ferry terminal and 3 minutes from JR Takamatsu Station, it is ideally situated as a gateway for exploring Kagawa.
There are shops inside the landmark where you can buy souvenirs and gifts, and there are also restaurants for meals.
At night, you can also go up to one of the high-floor restaurants to enjoy the night view.
Kotohiragu Shrine
The head shrine of Kotohira Shrine stands on Mt. Zozu. It is visited by about 4 million worshippers a year. The main deity, Oomononushinokami, has been known since before the Middle Ages as a guardian deity of maritime traffic and a deity that brings a bountiful harvest and prosperity of industry and culture.
Kotohiragu Shrine — I finally made it up all 785 steps! Halfway up, I really wanted to turn back, but I’m glad I kept going.
It was honestly a bit tiring the whole way up, but the moment I arrived, it felt so worth it.
I bought a golden omamori, and it felt full of blessings and strength.