A fulfilling trip to Tottori Sand Dunes and Misasa Hot Springs

The Tottori area, rich with natural wonders such as the Tottori Sand Dunes and Rias coastline, is a sightseeing area especially enjoyed by seasoned travelers. Introducing a one-day plan around Tottori’s sightseeing spots starting at Misasa Hot Springs, a radiation spring that's unique in the world and offers a host of health benefits.

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Update 2023.08.07

DAY1

2018-11-05
- Tottori Sand Dunes
  
  11:00
- Sand Museum
  
  12:01
- Jinpukaku
  
  12:44
- Hakuto Shrine
  
  14:07
- Sanbutsu Shrine
  
  15:13
- Misasa Onsen and nearby fireflies
  
  15:54

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DAY1

- Tottori Sand Dunes
  
  11:00
  
  60min
  
  Dune
  
  After you pick up your rental car at the airport, this is first place you should head to. You'll forget you're in Japan once you get a taste of this exotic environment.
  
  Address
  
  Tottori Pref. Tottorishi Fukubechouyuyama
  
  Getting to Tottori Sand Dunes from Tokyo/Osaka
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  - Tottori Sand Dunes
- Car
  
  1min
- Sand Museum
  
  12:01
  
  30min
  
  Art Museum
  
  Once you visit the sand dunes, you'll also want to to visit the world's most interesting sand museum. The exhibition theme changes every years. Just make sure to confirm the open dates on its website, as the transition to spring brings about plenty of changes.
  
  Address
  
  Tottori Pref. Tottorishi Fukubechouyuyama 2083-17
  
  Sports, Art & Adventure at the Tottori Sand Dunes
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  - Sand Museum
- Car
  
  13min
- Jinpukaku
  
  12:44
  
  60min
  
  Let's have lunch in Tottori City. Here there are a bunch of shops that ensure you feel the happiness the Japan Sea brings out in people. The most notable building in the city is the Renaissance-style building Jinpukaku, which happens to be famous for its star turn in the movie "Rurouni Kenshin."
  
  Address
  - Jinpukaku
- Car
  
  24min
- Hakuto Shrine
  
  14:07
  
  30min
  
  Shrine
  
  While riding the Kaigan Line, you'll see the Hakuto Shrine, famous for its spotlight in the myth "The White Rabbit of Inaba". You can even get a rabbit seal in your temple stamp book.
  
  Address
  
  Tottori Pref. Tottorishi Hakuto 603
  - Hakuto Shrine
- Car
  
  37min
- Sanbutsu Shrine
  
  15:13
  
  30min
  
  Temple
  
  It's best you see the wooden national treasure, Sanbutsu Shrine, and Nagaire-do at least once while you are nearby. Because the mountain roads are particularly rugged, the shrine staff will check your shoes before you begin walking. They also sell straw sandals, so you can change your shoes on-site.
  
  Address
  
  Tottori Pref. Touhakugunmisasachou Mitoku 1010
  
  Sambutsu Temple at Mt. Mitoku
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  - Sanbutsu Shrine
- Car
  
  10min
- Misasa Onsen and nearby fireflies
  
  15:54
  
  30min
  
  With a day as fully loaded as this one, it's best you end with a visit to the healing Misasa onsen. The glow of light from Onsen City, seen from the riverside, is beautiful.
  
  Address
  - Misasa Onsen and nearby fireflies
- FINISH
  
  16:24