Tottori Prefecture offers tourist attractions such as Tottori Sand Dunes, Kokubunji Temple, and Kaike Onsen Hot Springs; sightseeing events such as the Cherry Blossom Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, and Tottori Shanshan Festival; and local delicacies such as ozoni and white rose coffee.
Tottori Prefecture belongs to the Chugoku region, bordered on the north by the Sea of Japan, on the east by Hyogo Prefecture, on the west by Shimane Prefecture, and on the south by Okayama and Hiroshima Prefectures, and is known as one of the snowiest areas in western Japan.
Tottori Prefecture, once known as Inaba-kuni and Hoki-kuni, is home to such tourist attractions as Yonago City, which was once known as the Osaka of the San'in region; Sakaiminato City, known for its beautiful scenery and the birthplace of cartoonist Shigeru Mizuki; and Kurayoshi City, with its rows of white-walled storehouses.
Tottori Prefecture is home to Mt. Daisen, one of Japan's 100 most famous mountains. Daisen is also called Hoki-Fuji (伯耆富士) because of its resemblance to Mt.
Daisen is surrounded by the densest primeval beech forest in western Japan, which changes its color from season to season, creating a beautiful landscape. The foot of Mt. Daisen is a popular resort area, with ski resorts, campgrounds, and other leisure facilities.
The Tottori Sand Dunes are a representative tourist attraction of Tottori Prefecture, and are a sand and gravel area stretching along the Japan Sea coast. Famous for the patterns created by the wind, called wind ripples, the Tottori Sand Dunes are one of the three major sand dunes in Japan and are designated as a national natural monument.
The Tottori Sand Dunes are also a place for sky sports such as hang gliding and paragliding. Furthermore, there are restaurant houses and other facilities around the dunes where visitors can enjoy themselves for a day.
In addition, camels and horses are kept here, and visitors can interact with the animals. In summer, the lights of squid fishing boats can be seen from the dunes, which is a summer tradition in Tottori Sand Dunes.
The Tottori Sand Dunes are not the only tourist attraction. The 800-meter-long Mizuki Shigeru Road, featuring the manga "Gegege no Kitaro" and other yokai depicted by Shigeru Mizuki, is not only home to yokai objet d'art, but also a large number of stores and facilities, making it a very lively place.
Mizuki Shigeru Road has attracted attention as a good example of a shuttered shopping street that has been revitalized and is currently being extended further.
Tottori Prefecture is a major producer of Matsuba crab, a large crab that lives in the deep sea, as well as vegetables and fruits such as watermelon and rakkyo, and is nationally famous for its 20th Century Pear, which accounts for 13% of the total production of Japanese pears.
The Tottori Sand Dunes are among the largest coastal dune systems in Japan, offering a striking landscape that feels worlds away from the country's familiar cities and lush countryside. Formed over approximately 100,000 years, the dunes stretch across an area about 16 kilometers from east to west and 2 kilometers from north to south. Shaped by the wind, the sand creates ever-changing patterns, inc...»
Mizuki Shigeru Road is a unique sightseeing street in Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture, dedicated to the fascinating world of yokai—supernatural creatures and spirits from Japanese folklore. Stretching approximately 800 meters from Sakaiminato Station to the Mizuki Shigeru Museum, the street features 177 bronze statues of yokai, including the beloved characters from the famous manga series GeGeGe n...»
Mount Mitoku rises to approximately 900 meters above sea level in central Tottori Prefecture. Its rugged slopes are dotted with sheer cliffs, enormous rock formations, and deep caves, creating a dramatic landscape that has inspired religious devotion for centuries. Surrounded by towering mountains, the area offers beautiful valley scenery throughout the four seasons, from fresh greenery in spring ...»
Located at the foot of Mount Daisen in Tottori Prefecture, Tottori Hanakairo Flower Park is one of Japan's largest flower parks and a wonderful destination for nature lovers. Its expansive grounds feature an impressive variety of flowers and plants from Japan and around the world, offering colorful displays throughout the year. Among the park's highlights are the magnificent Flower Dome, a vast g...»
Enchoen Chinese Garden is a unique cultural attraction in Yurihama, Tottori Prefecture, and is recognized as the largest Chinese-style garden in Japan. Established in 1995 as a symbol of friendship between Tottori Prefecture and China's Hebei Province, the garden offers visitors an opportunity to experience the beauty of traditional Chinese landscape design without leaving Japan. Located in the h...»
Located along the banks of the Misasa River in Tottori Prefecture, Misasa Onsen is a historic hot spring resort renowned for its radon-rich radioactive hot spring waters. It is considered one of the world's notable radon hot spring destinations and has long attracted visitors seeking relaxation, recuperation, and a traditional Japanese hot spring experience. The resort draws its waters from more ...»
Uradome Coast, located at the eastern edge of Tottori Prefecture along the Sea of Japan, is a spectacular coastal landscape stretching approximately 15 kilometers from east to west. This rugged ria coastline has been shaped by the erosive forces of the sea, creating dramatic granite cliffs, unusual rock formations, sea arches, and caves. Numerous islands and rocks of different sizes rise from the ...»
The Ishitani Residence is a magnificent historic mansion located in Chizu Town, Yazu District, Tottori Prefecture. Built by the Ishitani family, a prominent merchant family whose history dates back to the Edo period (1603–1868), the residence occupies an extensive site of approximately 10,000 square meters. Its buildings and gardens reflect the evolution of Japanese residential architecture from t...»
Daisen Makiba Milk no Sato is a scenic dairy farm in Tottori Prefecture, surrounded by the beautiful natural landscapes of Mount Daisen. With a restaurant, barbecue cabins, and hands-on activity workshops, the farm is a wonderful destination for visitors who want to enjoy fresh dairy products while experiencing the peaceful atmosphere of the Japanese countryside. Approximately 100 dairy cows graz...»
Ogamiyama Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to Mount Daisen, a sacred mountain revered as a divine presence. Located in Tottori Prefecture, the shrine has a long history of mountain worship and religious asceticism. During the Heian period (794–1185), Mount Daisen became an important center for shugendo, a Japanese spiritual tradition that combines mountain ascetic practices with elemen...»
The Shuji Ueda Museum of Photography celebrates the work of Shuji Ueda (1913–2000), one of Japan's most distinctive photographers. Born in what is now part of Sakaiminato City in Tottori Prefecture, Ueda developed a unique artistic style that transformed people and everyday objects into carefully arranged subjects within striking compositions. The museum houses and displays approximately 12,000 of...»
Yonago Castle once stood on a hill overlooking Yonago City in Tottori Prefecture. Although the castle buildings no longer survive, the ruins preserve impressive stone walls, foundation stones, and other features that reveal the structure of this important Japanese fortress. Historical documents and illustrated plans related to the castle have also been handed down in remarkably good condition. The...»
Kaike Onsen is a popular seaside hot spring resort in Yonago, Tottori Prefecture, situated along the Sea of Japan amid coastal pine trees and beautiful sandy beaches. Modern hotels and traditional Japanese inns line the shore, creating a resort atmosphere that combines relaxing hot spring bathing with scenic ocean views. Across the water, the Shimane Peninsula stretches along the horizon, while th...»
Utsubuki Koen Dango is a traditional Japanese confectionery from Kurayoshi, Tottori Prefecture, known for its charming appearance and delicate sweetness. Made and sold by Ishitani Seikado, a confectionery company founded in 1880, these small, colorful dumplings are a much-loved local specialty that has also attracted attention beyond Japan. Each skewer features soft rice dumplings wrapped in thre...»
Located beside the famous Tottori Sand Dunes, the Sand Museum offers a fascinating introduction to the art of sand sculpture. It is known for its remarkable displays of sand sculptures, or sand art, created using only sand and water. Intricately carved figures, monumental architectural scenes, and dramatic compositions transform this simple natural material into extraordinary works of art. The mu...»
The Kurayoshi White-Walled Storehouse District is one of Tottori Prefecture's most atmospheric historic areas. Along the Tamagawa River, at the foot of Mount Utsubuki, traditional storehouses stand in a distinctive arrangement of red Sekishu roof tiles, white plaster walls, and blackened cedar boards. Together, these buildings create a beautifully preserved townscape that evokes the atmosphere of ...»
Overlooking Hakuto Beach on the Sea of Japan, Hakuto Shrine is associated with one of Japan's best-known myths, the story of the White Rabbit of Inaba. The shrine enshrines Hakuto-no-Kami, the deity identified with the legendary rabbit, and is widely worshipped for blessings related to matchmaking, romantic relationships, and the healing of skin conditions. Surrounded by greenery and filled with ...»
Located on Mizuki Shigeru Road in Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture, Yokai Shrine is a unique place of worship inspired by the supernatural creatures known as yokai in Japanese folklore. The shrine celebrates the imaginative world of GeGeGe no Kitaro, the famous manga created by Shigeru Mizuki, and offers visitors a playful twist on traditional Japanese spirituality. Rather than simply praying to t...»
Jinpukaku is an elegant Western-style mansion located in Hisamatsu Park, on the grounds of Tottori Castle Ruins. Built as a secondary residence for the Ikeda family, the former feudal lords of the Tottori Domain, it is celebrated for its French Renaissance-inspired architecture and refined white exterior. Completed in 1907 to accommodate the visit of Crown Prince Yoshihito, who later became Emper...»
Located on the slopes of Mount Daisen in western Tottori Prefecture, Kakuban-zan Daisenji is an ancient Buddhist temple with a history stretching back more than 1,300 years. Long revered as a sacred place of mountain worship, it became an important center for Buddhist practice and ascetic training, attracting monks and pilgrims from across Japan. The temple is also the 29th temple on the Chugoku ...»
Oshika Gorge is a beautiful natural ravine extending approximately 4.3 kilometers along the Oshika River, which flows between Mount Mitoku and Mount Mikuni in the Chugoku Mountains of western Japan. The gorge features numerous waterfalls, deep pools, and intricate rock formations, creating a spectacular landscape that changes with the seasons. Designated a Place of Scenic Beauty by the Japanese go...»
Located in Kurayoshi, Tottori Prefecture, Nashikko-kan, also known as the Tottori Nijisseiki Pear Museum, is a unique museum dedicated entirely to pears. Tottori is one of Japan's leading pear-producing regions, and this engaging facility introduces visitors to the fruit's history, cultivation, varieties, and important role in local agriculture. Through informative exhibits and hands-on experience...»
Tottori Gyukotsu Ramen is a regional ramen specialty from Tottori Prefecture, distinguished by its rich, sweet, and subtly roasted aroma from a broth made with beef bones rather than the pork bones or chicken commonly used in other styles of ramen. The flavorful soup pairs beautifully with firm, springy noodles, creating a satisfying bowl that reflects the area's distinctive food culture....»
Azuki Zoni is a distinctive regional variation of zoni, the traditional Japanese soup served during the New Year celebrations. Made with azuki red beans and round rice cakes, this unusual dish is especially popular in coastal areas of Tottori Prefecture, where it is an important part of local food culture. Recipes and customs vary across the prefecture. In parts of western Tottori, both azuki zon...»
Tottori Prefecture is famous for its vast sand dunes, among Japan’s largest. The unique natural environment around the dunes is also ideal for growing rakkyo, a small bulb related to the onion that is commonly eaten pickled in Japan. Tottori’s sand dune rakkyo is known for its particularly white appearance and fine fibers, which give it an exceptionally crisp, clean bite. Sand dune soil is genera...»
The Daisen Masumizu Kogen Sky Lift offers a relaxing aerial journey to an observation deck at an elevation of approximately 900 meters. The ride takes about eight minutes, giving visitors plenty of time to enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and countryside. From the summit, the panorama extends across the Sea of Japan, the Yumigahama Peninsula, and the Shimane Peninsula. On clear da...»
Yumeminato Tower is the landmark of Yumeminato Park in Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture. From its observation deck, visitors can enjoy a spectacular 360-degree panorama of the surrounding coastline, mountains, and cityscape. Although the tower stands just 43 meters tall, its elevated viewpoint offers sweeping views that extend far beyond what its modest height might suggest. The tower reaches a to...»
Fudoin Iwayado is a remarkable Buddhist temple hall built within a natural rock cavern in Wakasa, Tottori Prefecture. Often called a “cave hall,” this unusual structure blends traditional Japanese temple architecture with the rugged landscape surrounding it. The natural cavern measures approximately 13 meters high, 7 meters wide, and 10 meters deep, providing a dramatic setting for the wooden buil...»
Warabekan is a museum in Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture, dedicated to Japanese children's songs, nursery rhymes, and toys. Housed in a charming retro-style building that incorporates the former Tottori Prefectural Library, constructed in 1930, the museum has a nostalgic atmosphere that transports visitors back to an earlier era. This cultural facility brings together two main attractions: the T...»
A Unique Dining Experience in Kurayoshi Machiya Seisuian is a distinctive restaurant in Kurayoshi, Tottori Prefecture, where visitors can enjoy a local specialty called mochi shabu in a charming traditional townhouse. The building dates back to the early Taisho period (1912–1926) and has been renovated into a welcoming dining establishment that preserves the atmosphere of old Japan. With more th...»
In Kurayoshi, Tottori Prefecture, traditional streets lined with beautiful red-tiled roofs and white-walled storehouses preserve the atmosphere of old Japan. Among these historic surroundings stands a remarkable circular school building, long cherished as a local landmark. Its distinctive architecture recalls a bygone era, from the spiral staircase that once echoed with children's footsteps to the...»
GeGeGe no Yokai Paradise is a lively theme park dedicated to the world of yokai—supernatural creatures and spirits from Japanese folklore—created by manga artist Shigeru Mizuki. Located in Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture, the attraction stands beside the Shigeru Mizuki Memorial Museum, along the famous Mizuki Shigeru Road, a popular destination celebrating the artist and his imaginative creations....»
Kani meshi, or crab rice, is a popular Japanese dish that celebrates one of the Sea of Japan’s most prized seafood delicacies: crab. Often regarded as a highlight of the winter food season, it is prepared by boiling crab and serving the meat over rice or mixing it directly into the rice. Depending on the recipe, the rice may be plain steamed rice, vinegared sushi rice, or seasoned rice cooked with...»
A Local Favorite Known for Its Gentle Sweetness Shirobara Coffee is a popular coffee-flavored milk drink that has become a familiar staple throughout Tottori Prefecture. Devoted fans often praise it as one of the best coffee milk drinks in Japan, and it is so widely recognized locally that almost everyone from Tottori knows it. One of the drink’s defining features is its simple recipe. It is mad...»
Tottori Horumon Yakisoba, often affectionately called “Horusoba,” is a regional noodle dish from eastern Tottori Prefecture that replaces the usual slices of pork belly with beef offal, known in Japanese as horumon. This distinctive ingredient gives the dish a rich, savory flavor and a satisfyingly chewy texture, creating an appealing combination with classic Japanese stir-fried noodles. Horusoba...»
Itadaki is a traditional local dish from Sakaiminato in Tottori Prefecture, particularly associated with the Yumigahama Peninsula. Also known as nonoko or nonoko meshi, it consists of large triangular pockets of deep-fried tofu stuffed with uncooked rice and vegetables, then slowly simmered in seasoned dashi broth until the rice is tender and has absorbed the flavors. Although it may resemble inar...»
Tottori Prefecture is renowned for its love of curry, ranking first in Japan for household consumption of curry roux per household. Around the Tottori Sand Dunes, where Japanese pickled rakkyo shallots are widely produced, curry has become an increasingly popular local specialty and an important part of the region’s food culture....»
Tottori Jidori Piyo is a premium local chicken developed in Tottori Prefecture for its distinctive flavor and high meat quality. The prefecture began developing a specialty chicken in 1987, aiming to create a product that could become a regional delicacy. After years of experimentation, Tottori Jidori Piyo was introduced in 1991, using the Shamo breed as its foundation....»
Babachan Nabe is a traditional hot pot dish from Tottori Prefecture made with a deep-sea fish known as Tanaka-genge (often nicknamed “baba,” or “old woman,” in Japanese because of its unusual appearance). During the winter fishing season, the fish is sometimes caught in nets used for harvesting Matsuba snow crabs and then sold at local markets as a regional delicacy. In the past, the fish’s rathe...»
Kanijiru is a traditional crab miso soup from Tottori Prefecture, made with female Matsuba snow crabs known as seko-gani. Matsuba crab is celebrated as one of the great delicacies of winter in Japan, and this comforting soup offers a delicious way to enjoy the rich flavors of the Sea of Japan. Female crabs are especially prized for this dish because their eggs add a distinctive depth of flavor to...»
Daisen Okowa is a traditional dish from western Tottori Prefecture, prepared with glutinous rice and ingredients gathered or produced around Mount Daisen. Seasoned with soy sauce, this rustic steamed rice dish combines the flavors of the mountains with a generous selection of vegetables. It is said to have developed from okowa once prepared and eaten by Buddhist monks in the area. Made entirely w...»
Iwashi dango, or sardine dumplings, is a traditional home-style dish enjoyed in Tottori Prefecture. Fishing ports throughout the prefecture, including Sakaiminato on the Yumigahama Peninsula in western Tottori, see the sardine fishing season reach its peak from April to May. The freshly caught fish are used to make these simple yet flavorful dumplings, a longstanding part of local food culture. O...»
Komo tofu is a traditional tofu dish passed down through Kurayoshi City and its surrounding areas in central Tottori Prefecture. It has been enjoyed for more than 100 years and is traditionally served during important occasions such as New Year celebrations, festivals, weddings, funerals, and Buddhist memorial services. The word komo refers to a coarse mat woven from straw. In this distinctive pr...»
Daisen Hyakusaishoku is a distinctive local cuisine developed in Daisen Town, Tottori Prefecture, with the wish to promote health and longevity through the region’s abundant seasonal ingredients. The area stretches from the shores of the Sea of Japan at sea level to the summit of Mount Daisen, which rises to 1,709 meters, offering an exceptional variety of natural resources. The cuisine brings to...»
Saba-zushi, or mackerel sushi, is a traditional dish in Tottori Prefecture with two distinct forms: fermented sushi and pressed sushi. In the upper reaches of the Sendai River, fermented saba-zushi has traditionally been prepared as a New Year’s dish, preserving an age-old food culture passed down through generations....»
Shironegi nabe is a regional hot pot dish featuring white leeks, a well-known specialty of Tottori Prefecture. It is also called Shironegi Shogun Nabe, or “White Leek General Hot Pot.” Rather than treating vegetables as a side dish, this recipe makes the leek the star of the meal, showcasing its natural sweetness and satisfying texture....»
Kanitoro-don is a specialty rice bowl topped generously with kanitoro, crab meat aged using a distinctive preparation method. The process gives the crab a remarkably soft, almost melting texture reminiscent of the fatty tuna known as toro, along with a rich, concentrated umami flavor. Served over rice, the crab is complemented by grated Japanese mountain yam, or nagaimo, and an original house-mad...»
Tottori Matsuba Crab is a prized regional brand of male snow crab caught off the coast of Tottori Prefecture and other parts of the Sea of Japan. Renowned for its sweet, succulent meat and rich flavor, it is widely regarded as one of Japan’s finest winter seafood delicacies....»
Shiroika squid is one of Tottori Prefecture’s signature summer seafood delicacies. On summer nights, fishing boats bobbing on the rough waters of the Sea of Japan create a romantic scene, their bright squid-fishing lights glowing against the darkness. July and August mark the peak of the shiroika fishing season, when this prized squid is especially popular at local restaurants....»
Mosa ebi is one of Tottori Prefecture’s most distinctive seafood specialties. Often called a “phantom shrimp” because it is difficult to transport while fresh, this prized local delicacy is celebrated for its rich sweetness, firm texture, and exceptional umami flavor. Many seafood lovers consider its sweetness even more intense than that of the familiar amaebi, or sweet shrimp....»
Tottori rock oysters are a popular summer seafood delicacy from Tottori Prefecture, known for their large, rugged shells and rich, satisfying flavor. Unlike the more familiar oysters that are typically in season from autumn to early spring, rock oysters reach their peak in summer. They are sometimes called “summer oysters” and are a highlight of the region’s seasonal seafood....»
Tottori red snow crab is a popular seafood specialty landed at Sakaiminato, one of the major fishing ports in Tottori Prefecture. Known for its sweet meat and high moisture content, this crab is harvested from the deep waters of the Sea of Japan and is an important part of the region’s seafood industry. Its fishing season runs from autumn through spring, making it a familiar sight in local markets...»
Babachan, also known as Tanaka genge, is a distinctive deep-sea fish caught in the Sea of Japan off the coast of Tottori Prefecture. It lives at depths of approximately 300–500 meters and is typically caught during the snowy winter months. Despite its rather fierce and wrinkled appearance, the fish has mild, delicate flesh with a pleasantly springy texture, similar to cod. Babachan is regarded as...»
Hatahata is one of Tottori Prefecture’s signature seafood products, and the prefecture ranks among Japan’s leading producers of this fish. Although relatively small, hatahata has a rich, oily flavor that makes it delicious whether simmered, grilled, or dried. It has no scales, so it is also easy to clean and prepare. In Tottori, the fish is commonly known by the local name shirohata. The regional...»
Hirame, or Japanese flounder, is the official prefectural fish of Tottori and has been caught in the waters off the prefecture for generations. Fishing for hirame has long been an important local industry, particularly in the coastal waters near the region’s sand dunes. The name “hirame” originally became established as a regional name in Tokyo and Niigata. Young fish weighing less than approxima...»
Seikogani is the female snow crab known as Matsuba-gani in the San'in region of Japan. Smaller and less abundant than the male crab, it is prized for its intensely savory flavor, creamy crab miso, and distinctive eggs. Although once enjoyed mainly by people living near local fishing ports, seikogani has become a much-loved seasonal delicacy among seafood enthusiasts. The fishing season for male M...»
Daisen Ruby is a branded pork developed in Tottori Prefecture, combining desirable qualities from two distinct pig breeds. It was created by crossing a male Berkshire-type black pig, known for its excellent flavor, with the Daisen Red Pig, a Duroc breed developed in the prefecture. The defining feature of Daisen Ruby is its combination of the strengths of both parent breeds. From the black pig, i...»
Igisu is a traditional seaweed dish found in coastal communities along the Seto Inland Sea and enjoyed in parts of Tottori Prefecture. It is made from a seaweed known as igisu-gusa, also called ego-nori in some regions. The finished dish resembles tokoroten, a jelly-like food traditionally made from tengusa seaweed, but there is an important difference: igisu is prepared by simmering the seaweed u...»
Tottori Wagyu is a premium Japanese beef raised in Tottori Prefecture, a region renowned for its long history of breeding Japanese Black cattle. The area is also associated with Inpakugyu, a traditional name for cattle from the former Inaba and Hōki provinces, which together cover much of present-day Tottori Prefecture. Tottori has played an important role in the development of Japan’s Wagyu indu...»
Bluefin tuna, known in Japanese as kuro-maguro and often called the “king of tuna,” is one of Japan’s most prized seafood varieties. Tottori Prefecture is known for its substantial bluefin tuna landings, making this fish an important part of the region’s seafood culture. Tuna is one of the most popular fish in Japan, especially for eating raw as sashimi or sushi. Several species are sold under th...»
Flying fish, known locally in Tottori as ago, is a distinctive marine fish famous for its remarkable ability to leap and glide above the sea’s surface. It has highly developed pectoral and pelvic fins that resemble wings, along with a deeply forked tail whose lower lobe is longer than the upper one. By striking the water with its tail, the fish propels itself into the air and glides over the waves...»
Akagarei, or red sole, is a popular flatfish caught in the waters off Tottori Prefecture along the Sea of Japan. It is a familiar ingredient in local winter cuisine, commonly prepared as simmered fish, deep-fried fish, or meunière. Its mild, delicate white flesh and tender texture make it particularly well suited to everyday home cooking. When exceptionally fresh, akagarei can also be enjoyed as ...»
Tottori Prefecture is one of Japan’s leading watermelon-producing regions, renowned for its sweet, juicy fruit that makes a refreshing treat during the hot summer months. Among its growing areas, Hokuei Town, located in central Tottori, is particularly famous for its high production volume. One of the secrets behind the quality of Hokuei’s watermelons lies beneath the fields. The area’s distincti...»
Nijisseiki pears, also known as 20th Century pears, are one of the signature fruits of Tottori Prefecture. They are prized for their pale green skin, crisp yet tender texture, abundant juice, and refined balance of sweetness and acidity. Greenhouse-grown Nijisseiki pears allow visitors to enjoy this distinctive fruit as part of Tottori’s celebrated pear-growing tradition....»
Shinkan-sen is a premium pear variety developed in Tottori Prefecture, attracting attention as a new signature fruit for the region. While Tottori has long been famous for its Nijisseiki, or 20th Century pears, Shinkan-sen offers a distinctive combination of intense sweetness and a satisfyingly crisp bite....»
Saijo persimmons are a traditional Japanese fruit cultivated in Tottori Prefecture, one of Japan’s leading persimmon-producing regions. Persimmons have been enjoyed in Japan for centuries and are so closely associated with the country that the Japanese word kaki is also used in the fruit’s scientific name. Tottori grows several varieties of persimmons, including Saijo, Fuyu, and Hanagosho. Among ...»
Natsuhime is a distinctive Japanese pear variety developed in Tottori Prefecture, a region renowned for its high-quality pears. As a promising variety for the next generation of Tottori pear production, Natsuhime is attracting attention for its exceptionally sweet flavor, gentle taste, and refreshing juiciness....»
Junmai Ginjo Nakadare is a distinguished sake produced by Otani Brewery in Kotoura Town, Tottori Prefecture. Part of the brewery’s celebrated Takeyū brand, this premium sake combines more than 150 years of brewing tradition with carefully selected rice and the pure waters of Mount Daisen. It offers a refined drinking experience at an accessible price, making it an excellent choice for visitors see...»
Daisen G Beer is a locally brewed craft beer from the foothills of Mount Daisen in Tottori Prefecture. Located at an elevation of approximately 300 meters, the brewery benefits from exceptionally pure underground water that springs from the mountain’s natural environment. This water has been recognized as one of Japan’s “100 Remarkable Waters of the Heisei Era,” making it a prized ingredient in th...»
Hiokizakura Special Junmai Seisui Ryokuzan is a premium junmai sake produced by Yamane Shuzō Brewery, which was founded in 1887. The brewery is located in Aoya, Tottori City, an area blessed with beautiful coastlines, scenic mountain valleys, and abundant natural water. Its brewing philosophy places the flavor of rice above all else, allowing the ingredients to express their full character. One o...»
Hojo Wine is produced at Tottori Prefecture’s only winery, where winemaking has continued since 1944. The winery places particular importance on locally grown grapes cultivated on the Hojo Sand Dunes, which stretch along the Sea of Japan. The distinctive coastal environment gives the grapes their own regional character, helping create wines that reflect the natural landscape of Tottori. Even when...»
Sakyū Nagaimo Shochu is a distinctive Japanese distilled spirit made from long yams grown in the sand-dune fields of Tottori Prefecture. It is produced by Umetsu Shuzō Brewery, founded in 1865 during the Edo period. The brewery is located in Hokuei, an area where sandy coastal farmland stretches inland from the Sea of Japan, supporting the cultivation of watermelons, turf grass, and long yams. Wa...»
Tochi mochi is a traditional Japanese rice cake made by steaming and pounding glutinous rice together with horse chestnuts. These nuts are believed to have been eaten in Japan since the Jōmon period, making them part of a food tradition that stretches back thousands of years. In Tottori Prefecture, tochi mochi is cherished for its rustic flavor, gentle chestnut-like aroma, and connection to the re...»
Imobota is a traditional rice cake from Tottori Prefecture made with sweet potatoes and glutinous rice. This rustic local delicacy reflects the ingenuity of earlier generations, who made the most of locally available ingredients when rice was scarce. The sweet potatoes add a gentle sweetness and distinctive flavor, creating a comforting treat rooted in the region’s food culture. To make imobota, ...»
Baumkuchen from Oenosato Natural Farm is a carefully crafted cake that combines the rich flavor of high-quality eggs with traditional German baking techniques. Located amid the natural surroundings of Tottori Prefecture, Oenosato Natural Farm is a destination dedicated to agriculture, food, and the enjoyment of nature. It is particularly well known for its Tenbiran eggs, produced by free-range chi...»
A Popular Souvenir from Mizuki Shigeru Road In Tottori Prefecture, a pedestrian street extending from JR Sakaiminato Station is known as Mizuki Shigeru Road. This popular sightseeing destination features numerous bronze statues of yokai—supernatural creatures from Japanese folklore—as depicted in the works of manga artist Shigeru Mizuki. Among the most popular souvenirs from the area is Yokai Ma...»
San'in no Aji Oofuroshiki is a distinctive Japanese confectionery made by Takaraseika, inspired by the traditional customs of the San'in region in western Japan. In the past, families in the region would wrap gifts and celebratory offerings in large furoshiki cloths decorated with their family crests for special occasions. This sweet recreates the charm of that custom through its unusual packaging...»
Sankoen Pear Gelato is a refreshing frozen dessert that showcases the natural sweetness of pears grown at Sankoen, a historic fruit farm in Tottori Prefecture. Established in 1904, Sankoen has specialized in pear cultivation for generations, combining the skills of experienced growers with careful attention to quality. The farm cultivates more than 10 varieties of Japanese pears, each with its ow...»
Tottori Brandy Cake is a popular Western-style confection made by Kamekoya, one of Tottori Prefecture’s oldest traditional Japanese confectionery shops. Founded in 1868, the shop is well known for local specialties such as Kikko Monaka and Nijisseiki, and this distinctive cake reflects its long-standing dedication to quality sweets. Made with eggs from Tottori Prefecture, the cake is generously i...»
Shiro Usagi Financier is a delightful Western-style confection created to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Inaba no Shiro Usagi, or the White Rabbit of Inaba, one of Tottori Prefecture’s best-known traditional sweets. While the original is a rabbit-shaped baked bun filled with sweet bean paste, this version transforms the familiar rabbit silhouette into a French-style financier, made with an or...»
Kamekoya Nijisseiki is a charming traditional sweet inspired by Nijisseiki pears, one of Tottori Prefecture’s most famous local specialties. Made by Kamekoya, a historic confectionery shop in Tottori, this distinctive treat has been produced using the same traditional method since 1922 (Taisho 11). The confection is made from an amber-syrup-based jelly mixture shaped to resemble cross-sections of...»
Oni Monaka is a popular Japanese confection made by Ikegami, a traditional mochi and confectionery shop that has been loved by local residents in Yonago, Tottori Prefecture, for more than 60 years. Inspired by local oni (ogre) legends passed down around Hoki Town at the foot of the majestic Mount Daisen, this charming sweet makes a distinctive souvenir from the region. Each monaka features a deli...»
In Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture, the main shopping street known as Mizuki Shigeru Road celebrates the world of GeGeGe no Kitarō, the famous Japanese manga and anime series featuring supernatural creatures known as yokai. Bronze statues of the series' characters line the street, and shops offer a wide variety of themed sweets and souvenirs. Among the most memorable treats is Yōka Medama Oyaji, ...»
Sakyū no Fūmon, created by Kyoya Kaho, is an elegant traditional Japanese sweet inspired by the delicate patterns known as fūmon that form when the wind sweeps across the sands of the Tottori Sand Dunes. These natural ripples and curves transform the landscape into a beautiful work of art, and this confection captures that beauty in a form that can be enjoyed with tea. Made as rakugan, a traditio...»
Inabayama is a traditional baked confection made by Kyoya Kaho in Tottori City. It takes its inspiration from Mount Inabayama, a gracefully shaped mountain that has long been familiar to local residents and is celebrated in Japanese poetry, including the classical anthology known as the Hyakunin Isshu, or One Hundred Poets, One Poem Each. The sweet is shaped like a gently curved, semicircular mou...»
Pon-gashi is a traditional Japanese snack made by puffing grains such as rice under pressure and then releasing the pressure rapidly, causing the grains to expand. Known by various names, including don-gashi, ponpon-gashi, and panpan-gashi, these light, crispy treats have been enjoyed in Japan for generations. In Tottori City, Fukasawa Seika, a long-established confectionery maker founded in 1946...»
Inaba no Shiro Usagi, or the White Rabbit of Inaba, is one of Tottori Prefecture’s best-known traditional sweets. Produced by Kotobuki Seika, a confectionery company founded in 1952, these charming baked cakes have been cherished by local residents for more than 50 years. The sweet takes the form of an adorable white rabbit inspired by the famous Japanese myth of the White Rabbit of Inaba, a stor...»
Furoshiki Manju is one of Tottori Prefecture’s best-known traditional sweets, celebrated for its simple flavor and distinctive shape. Made by Yamamoto Otafukudo, a confectionery shop founded in 1868 in Kotoura Town, Tōhaku District, Tottori Prefecture, this humble steamed bun has preserved its traditional recipe for generations. It has also received the honor of being presented to members of the I...»
Tenbir an Eggs, produced at Oenosato Natural Farm in Tottori Prefecture, are prized for their rich flavor and exceptional freshness. Nestled at the foothills of the Chūgoku Mountains and surrounded by lush greenery, Oenosato Natural Farm is a natural resort dedicated to agriculture and food, with a site covering approximately 3,500 square meters. The farm raises chickens in a spacious, floor-rear...»
20th Century Pear Curry is a distinctive retort-pack curry that combines the familiar comfort of Japanese curry with the refreshing sweetness and texture of Tottori's famous 20th Century pears. It is made with pears grown at Sankoen, a historic pear orchard near the Tottori Sand Dunes that has been cultivating 20th Century pears since its founding in 1904. One of the oldest established pear orcha...»
Tōfu chikuwa is a distinctive regional food from the central and eastern parts of Tottori Prefecture. While ordinary Japanese chikuwa is typically made primarily from fish paste, this local variation combines tofu with fish to create a lighter, more delicate flavor. It has been enjoyed by local residents since the late Edo period (1603–1868) and remains a familiar staple of everyday meals in Totto...»
Tottori 20th Century Pear Vinegar is a distinctive fruit vinegar made exclusively from fully ripened, freshly harvested 20th Century pears. It reflects Tottori Prefecture’s long-standing reputation for pear cultivation and offers a delicious way to enjoy the refreshing fragrance and gentle sweetness of this famous Japanese fruit. The vinegar is produced using ripe pears that do not meet the usual...»
Kitarō’s Favorite Beef Curry is a well-known Japanese retort curry that has become a popular souvenir for fans of GeGeGe no Kitarō, the beloved manga and anime series featuring supernatural creatures known as yōkai. Tottori Prefecture is the birthplace of the series’ creator, Shigeru Mizuki, and the coastal city of Sakaiminato is especially famous for its strong connection to Kitarō and the world ...»
Totoriko Black Pork is a distinctive regional pork specialty from Tottori Prefecture, prized for its exceptional flavor and carefully managed rearing process. Just as Spain is famous for its acorn-fed Iberian pork, Tottori has developed its own special pork, raised with meticulous care and fed locally sourced acorns. The result is pork with a beautifully balanced flavor: gently sweet, rich fat co...»