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Things to see in Tottori (Japan): 36 places and when to go
Tottori is a city in Japan with around 154,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 36 places in and around it, mainly Nature (10), Mountains (8), Museums and art (7). The best known are Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori Castle and Jinpūkaku. The best time to come is February, April to May and October; also possible: November to January, March and June to September. In June there are 14 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 37. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Japan · 35.5004, 134.2333
- Population
- About 154,000
- Places
- 36 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (10) · Mountains (8) · Museums and art (7) · Snow (6) · Temples (5) · Stargazing (5)
- Best time
- February, April to May and October.
- Also possible
- November to January, March and June to September.
- Nearest airport
- KIX Osaka, 151 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Ōgi, at 1,310 m.
What to see in Tottori
The places in and around Tottori, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Tottori Sand DunesDunes in Tottori, Japan4.6 km
- Tottori CastleCastle ruins in Tottori, Japan1.3 km
- JinpūkakuBuilding in Tottori Prefecture, Japan845 m
- Sanbutsu-jiBuddhist temple in Tottori Prefecture, Japan27 km
- Tottori Prefectural MuseumMuseum in Tottori, Japan904 m
- Kannon-inBuddhist temple in Tottori Prefecture, Japan893 m
- Mount MitokuMountain in Tottori Prefecture, Japan28 km
- Watanabe Museum of ArtArt museum in Tottori, Tottori, Japan2.4 km
- Tottori City Historical MuseumMuseum in Tottori, Tottori, Japan983 m
- Hakuto ShrineShinto shrine in Tottori Prefecture, Japan11 km
- Ishitani ResidenceBuilding in Chizu, Tottori Prefecture, Japan26 km
- Mount HachibuseMountain in Kami, Hyōgo, Japan30 km
- Mount JūbōSummit19 km
- Mount KyūshōSummit1.3 km
- Mikuniga-senMountain in Tottori and Okayama prefecture, Japan26 km
- Mount ŌgiMountain in Hyōgo and Tottori prefecture, Japan20 km
- Hachi Kogen Ski ResortSki resort30 km
- ImeiteiBuildings in Shinonsen, Hyogo, Japan24 km
- Mikata Snow ParkSki resort29 km
- Mikanmuri YamaMountain in Japan30 km
- Mt. ShichiyamaSummit8.7 km
- Ojiro ShrineShinto shrine in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan28 km
- Ojiro Ski ResortSki resort26 km
- San'in Kaigan Geopark CenterMuseum24 km
And the other 12, by what you come to do:
- Snow: Wakasa Hyounosen Skiing Area, Azo Koen Ski Area, Tajima Farm Park Ski Area
- Temples: Yoshitaki Shrine
- Stargazing: Astraea Observatory, Ceres Observatory, Juno Observatory, Pallas Observatory, Saji Observatory
- Nature: Chichano Valley
- Hot springs: Matsunoyu Hamasaka Kaigan Recreation Center, Utopia Hamasaka
When to go to Tottori
The best time to visit Tottori is February, April to May and October; also possible: November to January, March and June to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:51
- FebBest time10:42
- MarPossible11:44
- AprBest time12:54
- MayBest time13:52
- JunPossible14:23
- JulPossible14:11
- AugPossible13:21
- SepPossible12:13
- OctBest time11:05
- NovPossible10:05
- DecPossible9:37
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 37. In February, 26 of the 36 places are at their best.
When to go to Japan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Tottori
The nearest main airport is Kansai International Airport (KIX, Osaka), 151 km as the crow flies. How to get around Japan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Himeji18 places85 km
- Okayama51 places97 km
- Maizuru25 places100 km
- Matsue21 places106 km
- Kobe83 places125 km
- Takamatsu72 places130 km
And all of Japan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Tottori?
The best known: Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori Castle, Jinpūkaku, Sanbutsu-ji, Tottori Prefectural Museum. In all, 36 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Tottori?
February, April to May and October; also possible: November to January, March and June to September. In June there are 14 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 37.
How do you get to Tottori?
The nearest main airport is Kansai International Airport (KIX), 151 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Tottori as the destination and these 36 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
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