{"id":193247,"date":"2025-07-17T17:00:52","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T09:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/honeybrides.com\/?p=114462"},"modified":"2025-07-18T11:45:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-18T03:45:50","slug":"tottori-japan-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Tottori, Japan guide: Our top recommendations for things to do, what to eat, and how to get there"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Tottori City, the capital and biggest city of Tottori Prefecture, is famous for its sand dunes, the largest in <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/japan-travel-guide\/\">Japan<\/a>. As someone who lives in Japan, I love exploring the country&#8217;s far-flung cities beyond the popular ones. So when my curiosity got the better of me, I took a trip to the region during Golden Week. Here\u2019s what I\u2019d recommend\u2026<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Tottori guide<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#top-things-to-do-in-tottori-city\" title=\"Top things to do in Tottori City\">Top things to do in Tottori City<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#1-sand-dunes\" title=\"1. Sand dunes\">1. Sand dunes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#2-sand-museum\" title=\"2. Sand Museum\">2. Sand Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#3-tottori-castle-ruins\" title=\"3. Tottori Castle ruins\">3. Tottori Castle ruins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#4-jinpukaku-grounds\" title=\"4. Jinpukaku grounds\">4. Jinpukaku grounds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#5-tottori-mingei-museum-of-folkcraft\" title=\"5. Tottori Mingei Museum of Folkcraft\">5. Tottori Mingei Museum of Folkcraft<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#6-shan-shan-festival\" title=\"6. Shan-shan Festival\">6. Shan-shan Festival<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#what-to-eat-in-tottori\" title=\"What to eat in Tottori\">What to eat in Tottori<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#seafood\" title=\"Seafood\">Seafood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#tottori-wagyu-beef-yakiniku\" title=\"Tottori wagyu beef (yakiniku)\">Tottori wagyu beef (yakiniku)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#gyuukotsu-ramen\" title=\"Gyuukotsu ramen\">Gyuukotsu ramen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#pear-flavoured-sweets\" title=\"Pear-flavoured sweets\">Pear-flavoured sweets<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#frequently-asked-questions\" title=\"Frequently asked questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#how-to-get-to-tottori\" title=\"How to get to Tottori?\">How to get to Tottori?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#how-to-get-around-tottori-city\" title=\"How to get around Tottori City?\">How to get around Tottori City?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#should-i-stay-a-night-in-tottori\" title=\"Should I stay a night in Tottori?\">Should I stay a night in Tottori?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/tottori-japan-things-to-do\/#what-should-i-do-with-my-luggage-while-sightseeing-in-the-day\" title=\"What should I do with my luggage while sightseeing in the day?\">What should I do with my luggage while sightseeing in the day?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"top-things-to-do-in-tottori-city\"><\/span>Top things to do in Tottori City<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-sand-dunes\"><\/span>1. Sand dunes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_323716\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-323716\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-323716 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-city-sand-dunes-900x643.png\" alt=\"tottori city sand dunes\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-city-sand-dunes-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-city-sand-dunes-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-city-sand-dunes.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-323716\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Visiting the sand dunes is an epic experience. Photography: Rachel Teo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Considered one of Japan\u2019s 100 most geologically significant sites, the Tottori sand dunes are located within a special protected area called the San\u2019in Kaigan National Park, a Unesco Global Geopark. They\u2019re a natural geological phenomenon that has formed over the past 100,000 years. At present, three rows of sand dunes run almost parallel to the Sea of Japan, with the tallest rising over 50 meters tall!<\/p>\n<p>The best area to visit sits between the Tottori Sand Dunes Visitor Centre and the Sea of Japan coastline, where the largest dunes are located. Tip: stand in the natural basins and gaze up for an incredible experience. Visiting on a windy day, the contrast of the greyish-blue skies with the vast brown landscape made me feel like I was standing at the edge of the world.<\/p>\n<p>Oh, and the sand dunes aren\u2019t just for viewing. Sandboarding, sledding, paragliding, sandcastle building, sand painting, camel rides, and even water sports like canoeing and kayaking are available in the area. Simply visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sakyu-vc.com\/jp\/\">Visitor Centre website<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to get there: <\/strong>From Tottori Station, take a dedicated bus called the Tottori Sand Dunes Line. Pro tip: look for the huge sand dunes decal on the side of the bus! It\u2019s a quick 20-minute ride, and prepare coins for your fare, as not all public buses have IC card machines.<\/p>\n<p>I recommend getting off at the Sand Museum stop and walking along the main street to enter the sand dunes closer to the Visitor Centre. This entrance is closer to the tallest dunes and the coast. On your way out, this gate is also closer to restrooms, as well as restaurants and food stands.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-sand-museum\"><\/span>2. Sand Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_323714\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-323714\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-323714 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/sand-museum-in-tottori-900x643.png\" alt=\"sand museum in tottori\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/sand-museum-in-tottori-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/sand-museum-in-tottori-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/sand-museum-in-tottori.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-323714\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Backdrop: Osaka Castle, Mount Fuji, and Kiyomizu-dera in Kyoto. Photography: Rachel Teo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Situated next to the dunes, this museum features sculptures and artwork made entirely from \u2013 you guessed it \u2013 sand! This is the world\u2019s first permanent indoor museum dedicated to sand sculptures, created by a team of artists from all over the world.<\/p>\n<p>The theme is \u201ctravel around the world in sand\u201d, and every year for the last 16 years, the team chooses a country and creates stunning sculptures that best represent its ethos and culture. Other countries previously featured include Egypt, France, Austria, and China, just to name a few.<\/p>\n<p>This year, the featured country is Japan. Exhibitions are made entirely out of sand, and I was so impressed with the intricacy of the designs, the details on every subject, and the composition of each piece. After experiencing each sculpture up close, there\u2019s a viewing platform on the floor above to give you a sense of the scale of these incredible artworks. This museum was an unexpectedly fun experience, and I can\u2019t recommend it enough!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-tottori-castle-ruins\"><\/span>3. Tottori Castle ruins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_323711\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-323711\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-323711 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-castle-ruins-900x643.png\" alt=\"tottori castle ruins\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-castle-ruins-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-castle-ruins-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-castle-ruins.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-323711\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The bridge over the castle moat leads to the main castle gate. Photography: Rachel Teo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>During Japan\u2019s Middle Ages, Tottori was ruled by Tottori-no-Yoshikatago, a powerful samurai warlord. While not much is known about his life, he established Tottori as a stronghold castle town. In 1545, Tottori Castle was built on the summit of Mount Hisamatsu, a large mountain within the city\u2019s limits.<\/p>\n<p>Today, only the main castle gate, the bridge leading up to this gate, the castle tower\u2019s base, and the stone walls remain. These castle ruins are designated as a national historical site, and if you\u2019re up for a hike, there\u2019s a trail up the mountain that will bring you to the summit.<\/p>\n<p>Time your trip right, and you might even be able to catch the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mitsuboshimarket.com\/%E9%B3%A5%E5%8F%96%E5%9F%8E%E8%B7%A1%E3%81%A8%E3%81%8D%E3%82%81%E3%81%8D%E3%83%9E%E3%83%AB%E3%82%B7%E3%82%A72025\">Tottori Castle Ruins Tokimeki Marche<\/a>. The next daytime market happens on 6 September and 11 October, while the next night market is on 4 October. Both feature food trucks selling hot street food like pizza, burgers, donburi rice bowls, and an assortment of sweet treats. Handmade jewellery, artisanal pottery, scents and perfumes are sold by local craft stores, too.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to get there: <\/strong>Take the green 100 yen bus from Tottori Station and alight at stop 12, the Municipal Martial Arts Hall. The ride takes 9 minutes, depending on local traffic.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-jinpukaku-grounds\"><\/span>4. Jinpukaku grounds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_323717\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-323717\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-323717 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/jinpukaku-grounds-tottori-900x643.png\" alt=\"jinpukaku grounds tottori\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/jinpukaku-grounds-tottori-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/jinpukaku-grounds-tottori-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/jinpukaku-grounds-tottori.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-323717\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Jinpukaku grounds (reopening in 2028). Photography: Rachel Teo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Next to the castle ruins is Jinpukaku, a western-style French Renaissance mansion originally built in 1907. This used to be the residence of the Ikeda Clan, feudal lords who ruled Tottori during the Meiji and Taisho eras.<\/p>\n<p>Today, the mansion is a historical site, although the main building is currently closed for cultural heritage preservation work. The grounds will reopen in 2028, when restoration works are complete. But the main garden with the pond is still open for guests to wander around in!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-tottori-mingei-museum-of-folkcraft\"><\/span>5. Tottori Mingei Museum of Folkcraft<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_323718\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-323718\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-323718 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/Tottori-Mingei-Museum-of-Folkcraft-900x643.png\" alt=\"Tottori Mingei Museum of Folkcraft\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/Tottori-Mingei-Museum-of-Folkcraft-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/Tottori-Mingei-Museum-of-Folkcraft-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/Tottori-Mingei-Museum-of-Folkcraft.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-323718\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Tottori Mingei Museum of Folkcraft<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Step into the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tottori-mingei.jp\/index.html\">Tottori Mingei Museum of Folkcraft<\/a> to gaze at 5,000 pieces of traditional craft. With rotating exhibits, the exhibitions showcase artefacts based on themes \u2013 from textiles and photographs, to wicker baskets and ceramics from Japan, as well as China and Korea.<\/p>\n<p>P.S. the museum is open every day except Wednesdays from 10am to 5pm, and costs 500 yen ($4.30) for adults. There\u2019s also a tourist discount, so make sure you flash your passport to get it. And don&#8217;t forget to stop by the folk art store, <a href=\"https:\/\/takumikogei.theshop.jp\/about\">Tottori Takumi Crafts Shop<\/a>, to buy pottery, glassware, woodwork, and dyed textiles made in Tottori and other parts of Japan.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-shan-shan-festival\"><\/span>6. Shan-shan Festival<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_323719\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-323719\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-323719 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/Tottori-Shan-shan-Festival-900x643.png\" alt=\"Tottori Shan-shan Festival\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/Tottori-Shan-shan-Festival-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/Tottori-Shan-shan-Festival-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/Tottori-Shan-shan-Festival.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-323719\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Tottori Shan-shan Festival via Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Tottori City is famous for its summertime <a href=\"https:\/\/tottori-shanshan.jp\/en\">Shan-shan Festival<\/a>, which takes place from 13 to 15 August. The festival features performers holding brightly coloured, ornate kasa (umbrellas) made of bamboo and paper, while dancing to the Kasa-odori (umbrella dance). It originated as a prayer for rain, but the modern-day version features a range of Japanese swords, which represent Tottori\u2019s culture and unique history.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-to-eat-in-tottori\"><\/span>What to eat in Tottori<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_323720\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-323720\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-323720 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-snow-crab-900x643.png\" alt=\"tottori snow crab\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-snow-crab-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-snow-crab-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/tottori-snow-crab.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-323720\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Tadahiro Higuchi via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"seafood\"><\/span>Seafood<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Tottori sits along the cold, clear waters of the Sea of Japan \u2013 the best place to catch fresh Matsuba snow crabs, rock oysters, mosa shrimp, and fish. The city is known for crab and oysters, so you\u2019ll find seafood izakayas offering a wide variety of seasonal catches. While crabs are a winter specialty, rock oysters are a summer go-to.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tottori-wagyu-beef-yakiniku\"><\/span>Tottori wagyu beef (yakiniku)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Kurayoshi City in Tottori Prefecture is a producer of wagyu beef, so you\u2019ll find great cuts of wagyu at many yakiniku restaurants in Tottori City. The prefecture has won national wagyu competitions, and its practice of careful breeding and care for livestock dates back to the 12th century. A feature of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tottorigyuniku.com\/orain55\/\">Tottori wagyu<\/a> is its high oleic acid content of 55%, which is said to give it rich marbling and contribute to the melt-in-your-mouth sensation.<\/p>\n<p>You can try Tottori wagyu beef at <a href=\"https:\/\/jujuan.net\/\">Sumibiyaki Jujuan<\/a>, which also serves Tottori\u2019s Manyo beef, local sake pairings, and seafood barbecue options. Open daily except for Sundays from 5pm to 11pm, its wagyu courses begin at 7,580 yen ($65.60), and some include seasonal seafood specials like snow crabs and rock oysters.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_323722\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-323722\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-323722 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/sumibiyaki-jujuan-wagyu-900x643.png\" alt=\"sumibiyaki jujuan wagyu\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/sumibiyaki-jujuan-wagyu-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/sumibiyaki-jujuan-wagyu-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/12\/sumibiyaki-jujuan-wagyu.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-323722\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Sumibiyaki Jujuan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"gyuukotsu-ramen\"><\/span>Gyuukotsu ramen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Tottori\u2019s signature ramen is made from beef bones instead of pork, and usually comes topped with negi (chopped green onions), menma (braised bamboo shoots), and half a boiled egg \u2013 although there are variations depending on the shop.<\/p>\n<p>To try this local delight, head to Gottsuo Ramen. Each bowl of ramen costs about 700 yen ($6). The shop offers miso ramen, red ramen (spicy dandan noodle-style broth), and yuzu ramen (where the broth is made with salt and local yuzu peels).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"pear-flavoured-sweets\"><\/span>Pear-flavoured sweets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Pears are the area\u2019s prime produce, so you\u2019ll see a lot of pear-flavoured items like cakes, cookies, jellies, ice cream and even liqueur. You can buy fresh pears from August until late November at any supermarket.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re visiting during the off-season, the shelf-stable pear-flavoured fare is available year-round. The canned pear juice was a personal favourite of mine, and I also loved the pear-flavoured ramune.<\/p>\n<p>Save this guide for your next trip to Tottori, Japan!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"faqs-accordion\"><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-to-get-to-tottori\"><\/span>How to get to Tottori?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>By train: From Tokyo, take the Shinkansen to Himeji Station (almost 3 hours, 7 stops). Next, transfer to the Super Hakuto, an express train service that stops at Tottori Station after about 1.5 hours (6 stops).<\/p>\n<p>From Kyoto, transfer to the Super Hakuto directly at Osaka Station. From Osaka, the ride to Tottori Station takes about 2.5 hours (9 stops).<\/p>\n<p>By air: You can fly in from Tokyo. ANA has non-stop daily flights from Haneda Airport. The flight duration is just 1 hour and 40 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Fun fact: Tottori Airport is known locally as the Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport, after the famous manga series Detective Conan. The manga artist Gosho Aoyama is from Hokuei City in Tottori Prefecture, so he\u2019s something of a local celebrity.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Tip: Tottori Airport\u2019s atrium features a permanent Detective Conan exhibition with life-sized character figures and sets on display. There\u2019s also a Conan gift store with exclusive merch.<\/p>\n<p>From Tottori Airport, take an airport shuttle bus straight to Tottori Station within 20 minutes (5 stops), depending on traffic. The ride costs 480 yen ($4.10), and the airport bus stop is just outside the main gates.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-to-get-around-tottori-city\"><\/span>How to get around Tottori City?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>The best way is via the 100 yen ($0.80) city buses, which accept IC cards (fare cards for transit), as well as coins. There are three such buses, known as the Kururi buses, themed red, blue, and green. Each takes you in a loop around the city in three different routes.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>For sightseeing, the red bus goes to Ouchidani Park, where you\u2019ll find the Toshogu Shrine. The blue route is more of a community bus route that makes a loop around the west side, while the green route takes you to the castle ruins and the Warabekan Children\u2019s Museum.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The city is quite flat and accessible by bicycle, too. Tottori Station has a bicycle rental place called Tottori Station Underpass No. 2 Bicycle Parking, located about 1 minute from the station\u2019s north exit. It's open from 8.30am to 6.30pm daily. An electric bicycle costs 1,000 yen ($8.60) per day, while a regular bicycle costs 500 yen ($5.30).<\/p>\n<p>There are also car rental places if you prefer exploring Tottori by car: Times Car Rental, ORIX Rent-A-Car, Toyota Rent-A-Car, and Nippon Rent-A-Car are all located near the central exits of Tottori Station.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"should-i-stay-a-night-in-tottori\"><\/span>Should I stay a night in Tottori?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Tottori is a little far, so I\u2019d recommend you stay at least one night to make it a comfortable, leisurely trip. The major sights in Tottori (such as the castle ruins and the sand dunes) are better enjoyed in the daytime, so catching these before leaving is a great strategy.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-should-i-do-with-my-luggage-while-sightseeing-in-the-day\"><\/span>What should I do with my luggage while sightseeing in the day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Tottori Station has lots of coin lockers of different sizes. But if you\u2019re travelling with large suitcases, courier your bags to your next destination. Same-day delivery is possible, or you can opt to receive your suitcase(s) in a day or two. Your hotel concierge can help with making such arrangements with courier companies like Yamato and Sawaga Express.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How to get to Tottori?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"By train: From Tokyo, take the Shinkansen to Himeji Station (almost 3 hours, 7 stops). Next, transfer to the Super Hakuto, an express train service that stops at Tottori Station after about 1.5 hours (6 stops).\\nFrom Kyoto, transfer to the Super Hakuto directly at Osaka Station. From Osaka, the ride to Tottori Station takes about 2.5 hours (9 stops).\\nBy air: You can fly in from Tokyo. ANA has non-stop daily flights from Haneda Airport. The flight duration is just 1 hour and 40 minutes.\\nFun fact: Tottori Airport is known locally as the Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport, after the famous manga series Detective Conan. 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