Tottori Itinerary for 4 Days : Ultimate Tottori Travel Guide

Day 1 | Morning

The Sand Museum

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,Sun,9:00am-6:00pm;Open on Sat,9:00am-8:00pm

Ticket Price: 600 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: 2083-17 Fukubechō Yuyama, Tottori, 689-0105, Japan

Opened in 2006, right next to the Tottori Sand Dunes, it mainly displays various huge sand sculptures made from the sand of the Tottori Sand Dunes, which are presented with a theme about every year. For example, the American chapter was shown between April 2017 and January 18.

Day 1 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at The Sand Museum, you can head to Tottori Sand Dunes, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Tottori Sand Dunes

Opening Hours: Open all day

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: 2164-661 Fukubechō Yuyama, Tottori, 689-0105, Japan

The Tottori Sand Dunes are located in the eastern part of Tottori Prefecture, with a length of about 16 kilometers from east to west and a width of about 2 kilometers from north to south. They are relatively large sand dunes in Japan. This is a mountain peak formed by the accumulation of volcanic ash falling on the mud sand of the Chiyogawa River. It is a masterpiece of nature created after 100,000 years of wind and waves from the Sea of Japan. There are depressions as deep as 40 meters and hills as high as 50 meters on the sand dunes; there are patterns called "wind patterns" blown out by strong winds, and there are sand curtains that slide down like an avalanche from the surface of the sand dunes. These magnificent sand dunes are ever-changing. never stopped. Take the cable car down to the coastline, and you can enjoy the majestic and expansive scenery of the boundless sea and sand dunes. In addition to the view of the sand dunes, there are various recreational activities, such as riding on an exotic camel or horse-drawn carriage, or taking a paraglider and sandboarding.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: The sand dune is located in the bird take-up suspended bird take-up sand dune. It is a natural sand dune. The sand here is very soft. The bird take-up sand dune is connected with a sea. The beauty of the sea and the endless sand dune really make me marvel. It is this sand dune that can let you play for half a day. There are many attractions besides the sand dunes that are straight away, and will definitely recommend it to friends and come here again.

須田一: It's a vast dune, and everyone knows it!! Tottori is here!! When you go by car, the road to the dune is also very nice with a southern feeling. I want to ride the camel once! !

Day 1 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Yamadaya is the best places.

Yamadaya

Featuring free WiFi, Yamadaya offers accommodation in Tottori. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. The nearest convenience store is a 25-minute walk away.Each room at this ryokan is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Certain units include a seating area where you can relax. Rooms come with a shared bathroom.There is luggage storage space at the property.Tottori Sand Dunes is a 10-minute drive away.

Day 2 | Morning

Hakuto Shrine

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-4:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: 603 Hakuto, Tottori, 689-0206, Japan

This is a beautiful and cute shrine. There are many cute rabbit statues in the shrine. Many people will come to seek marriage.

Reviews from Real Guests:

shayan: Stopped at the roadside station and worshiped. The rabbit mailbox is very cute. There is a stone statue of the rabbit on both sides of the entrance. The white rabbit coast is right in front of you, and the sea is very beautiful.

arrick: Arrived around 9 a.m., very quiet, no one. The stone sculpture of the rabbit is very cute. I visited about 30 minutes because the service and shop of the temple were not open because the arrival was too early.

Day 2 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Hakuto Shrine, don’t forget pay a visit to Kannonin.

Kannonin

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-5:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: 162 Uemachi, Tottori, 680-0015, Japan

Kannonin Konaka, who has a strong faith, becomes the place of prayer for the Ikeda family. It is said that the gardens in the Shonai area were built by Mitsukoshi over a decade. It is a nationally designated scenic spot and a forest spring appreciation ceremony garden, which offers unobstructed views of the original Rokuro era and the surrounding forests, making it an ideal place to spend time enjoying tea.

Day 2 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Kannonin, Kansuitei Kozeniya nearby is the best place to stay.

Kansuitei Kozeniya

Situated in Tottori, within 50 km of Daijoji Temple and 7.4 km of Tottori Sand Dunes, Kansuitei Kozeniya features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Located around 37 km from Arayu, the ryokan is also 7.1 km away from Tottori-kō. The property is allergy-free and is set 16 km from Ajiro-kō. All guest rooms at the ryokan are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. The rooms have a shared bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. An Asian breakfast is available each morning at Kansuitei Kozeniya. At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot spring bath. The nearest airport is Tottori Airport, 9 km from Kansuitei Kozeniya.

Day 3 | Morning

Kyusho Park

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: 2 Chome Higashimachi, Tottori, 680-0011

Tottori Castle Ruins and Hisamatsu Park is a terraced castle on the top of Mount Hisamatsu in Tottori, Japan. Built in 1545 during the Astronomical Year, it is one of the 100 famous castles in Japan. After years of vicissitudes, the only relics left are the Tianshou Pavilion and the Ninomaru Tigaku-style castle, which have become the designated historical sites of Japan. Tottori Castle has suffered many wars and changed its owners in history. Today, Hisamatsu Park has been built around Tottori Castle, which has become a favorite leisure place for Tottori citizens. Especially in spring when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, there are many tourists every day. Here to enjoy the flowers. In addition, a lot of rhododendrons are planted in the square at the foot of Mt. Jiusong. After the cherry blossoms wither, the flowering season begins, which is also very popular among tourists.

Day 3 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Kyusho Park, don’t forget pay a visit to Warabekan.

Warabekan

Opening Hours: Closed from 1/1-1/1;Open from 1/2-12/28,9:00am-5:00pm;Closed from 12/29-12/31

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 3 Chome-202 Nishimachi, Tottori, 680-0022

Warabekan has libraries, classrooms, and toys, and exhibitions.

Day 3 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Green Rich Hotel Tottori Ekimae is the best places.

Green Rich Hotel Tottori Ekimae

With a stay at Green Rich Hotel Tottori Ekimae, you'll be centrally located in Tottori, just a 3-minute walk from Tottori Folk Crafts Museum and 6 minutes by foot from Tottori-jō & Jinpū-kaku Villa. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Warabekan Museum and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Kannonin Temple. Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a sauna or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access. At Green Rich Hotel Tottori Ekimae, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 150 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and pay movies provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and blackout drapes/curtains.

Day 4 | Morning

Motoyu Onsen

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days

Location: 557 Suehiro Onsencho, Tottori 680-0833, Tottori Prefecture

Motoyu Hot Spring is one of the well-known hot springs in Tottori. The environment here is beautiful, relaxing and comfortable. The hot spring water is clean and rich in minerals.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Motoyu Onsen, Watanabe Museum next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Watanabe Museum

Opening Hours: Closed from 1/1-1/2;Open from 1/3-12/29,Mon,Wed-Fri,10:00am-3:00pm;Open from 1/3-12/29,Sat-Sun,10:00am-5:00pm;Closed from 12/30-12/31;Closed on Tue

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: 1-55-1 Kakuji Tsutsumishita, Tottori, Tottori Prefecture

Watanabe Museum Located in Tottori, there are many exhibits in the museum, including ancient armor, weapons, old paper currency, coins, etc., which are very precious.

* All reviews in the blog are machine-translated.