Model Itineraries in Tottori

A one-day course centered on the Hoki Town Kishimoto Harvest Bon Dance and Fireworks Festival held on August 15, 2026 (Saturday) in Kishimoto, Hoki Town, Tottori Prefecture. In the afternoon, visit the Shoji Ueda Photography Museum overlooking Mount Daisen, and experience the world of works by the famous photographer and the majestic scenery. Next, leisurely stroll through the shopping streets in front of Kishimoto Station and enjoy the town's atmosphere. In the afternoon, walk along the Kamo River riverbed and feel the cool clear stream flowing through the mountains. In the evening, have dinner near the venue while waiting for the Bon dance and fireworks to begin. As darkness falls, the Bon dance honoring a good harvest is followed by fireworks lighting up the night sky. While there's no official announcement of the number of fireworks, this is a warm-hearted fireworks festival long cherished as a local O-Bon tradition. A plan to enjoy nature and traditional events at the foot of Mount Daisen all in one day. A definitive summer Hoki Town course where families can savor the deeply rooted O-Bon traditions.

A one-day course centered on the 37th Mochigase Fureai Festival 2026, held on August 29, 2026 (Saturday) on the riverbank of Chiyogawa in Yose, Tottori City. In the afternoon, visit Yose Nagashibina Hall, known for the "nagashibina" tradition, and experience the culture passed down in the region. Next, leisurely explore the old townscape of Yose, which thrived as a post town on the Inaba Highway. In the afternoon, walk along the riverbed of Chiyogawa, the venue, and enjoy the flow of the clear stream and summer landscape. In the evening, secure your viewing spot while grabbing a meal at the front of Yose Station. As darkness falls, fireworks burst into the sky one after another, illuminating the surface of Chiyogawa. While there's no official announcement of the number of fireworks, the sound reverberating from the venue surrounded by mountains and river has its own charm. A hidden gem plan for summer Tottori where you can enjoy the Inaba Highway's history, clear streams, and fireworks all together. The relaxed pace suitable for families is also one of the attractions of this course.

On August 22, 2026 (Saturday), a full-day course centered around the 20th Yazu Town Sparkle Festival held in Yazu Town, Tottori Prefecture (Gunka). At midday, enjoy Yazu Town's agricultural products and the gentle murmur of the river at Michi-no-Eki Seiryū Chaya Kawahara. Next, visit Hayabusa Station, known as a sacred spot among motorcycle enthusiasts, and view its retro station building. In the afternoon, stroll the riverbed of Hattō River and feel the cool of the clear stream flowing through the mountain valley. In the evening, grab a meal near Gunka Station front and secure your viewing spot. As night falls, fireworks burst one after another in the night sky surrounded by mountains. While there is no official announcement of the number of fireworks, the sound echoes through the valley, creating an impact different from urban fireworks. This is a course where you can fully savor the nature unique to Yazu Town, surrounded by river and mountains. A definitive summer Yazu Town course that greedily enjoys both the charm of the town and fireworks.

A one-day course featuring the 19th Hokuei Sand Dune Festival Sand Dune Fireworks, held on August 23, 2026 (Sunday) at Hōjō Sand Dunes in Hokuei, Tottori. During the day, enjoy the flavors and specialties of central Tottori, including watermelons, at Daiei Roadside Station. Next, visit Aoyama Gōshō Hometown Hall, associated with the manga artist known as the creator of Detective Conan, and view the peaceful townscape of Yura. In the afternoon, walk Hōjō Sand Dunes, the venue, and enjoy the white sand dunes facing the Sea of Japan in daylight. In the evening, gather takeout food from around the venue and secure a viewing spot while enjoying dinner. As darkness falls, fireworks burst in succession in the night sky against the backdrop of white sand dunes and the Sea of Japan. The fireworks over the sand dunes, viewed to the sound of waves, have a quiet but powerful presence quite different from Tottori Sand Dunes. While there is no official count of fireworks, this event can be enjoyed at a leisurely pace in an open venue facing the Sea of Japan. This is the definitive summer plan for central Tottori, combining local flavors, culture, and nature.

A full-day course through Kotsuura Town, centered on the 32nd Hakuho Festival held on August 2, 2026. At midday, enjoy Kotsuura's signature scenic spot, Nariishi Beach, where stones are said to ring with wave sounds, then take a swim at Akasaki Beach in the Sea of Japan. At Roadside Station Kotouran, browse local specialty products while enjoying souvenir shopping, then return to the Tagoe area, the fireworks venue, to have an early meal while enjoying the evening breeze. As dusk falls, fireworks burst into the night sky, offering approximately 20 minutes of viewing. A day unique to Kotsuura combining the scenic stone beach, swimming, and summer fireworks into one greedy plan.

A full-day course through Kurayoshi, featuring the historic townscape of the White Wall Storehouse District, centered around the Kurayoshi Uchibukai Festival Hiten Fireworks Festival to be held on August 2, 2026 (Sunday). Stroll through the White Wall Storehouse District, a designated Important Preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings, in the early afternoon, and enjoy shopping for souvenirs and sampling street food among the red-tiled roofs. In the afternoon, take a walk up the castle-ruins hill in the lush Uchibukai Park, and take a break at Kurayoshi Park Square. In the evening, head to the riverbed around the Kurayoshi Bridge to have dinner while waiting for the fireworks, and from 8:30 PM, approximately 4,000 fireworks will illuminate the night sky. A perfect plan for families who want to indulge in both exploring the historic townscape and enjoying the spectacular fireworks.

A full-day course through nature-rich Kawara Town along the Sendai River (Chiyo River), centered around the 44th Kawara Town Ayu Festival, which starts at 8:15 PM on August 1, 2026 in Kawara Town. Start with lunch at the roadside station overlooking the clear stream, then spend the afternoon at Kawara Castle, whose castle-like appearance catches your eye, enjoying history and panoramic views. Continue to explore the gorge beauty of Mitaki Gorge and visit Yamabiko Hall, which introduces local history. Late afternoon, enjoy local food stalls at the riverside while waiting for the show to begin. Approximately 3,000 fireworks paint the night sky above the clear Sendai River (Chiyo River), a refreshing finale befitting the Ayu Festival. Recommended for families who want to enjoy both gorge exploration and riverside fireworks.

A full-day course through Kotsuura Town, which faces the Sea of Japan, centered around the Hashi Festival Summer Fireworks Display opening on July 27, 2026. Daytime visit to Nariishi Beach, known for its pebbles that make sounds at the tide line, afternoon enjoyment of local cuisine at Michi-no-Eki Port Akasaki. Evening coastal walk in Akasaki, and after dinner, approximately 3,000 fireworks illuminate the night sky above Akasaki Kikuko Port. A greedy plan to enjoy both the rare beach unique to the Sea of Japan and the fireworks of this community-rooted harbor festival.

Centered on the Curie Festival held on July 26, 2026 (Sunday) in Mitsuraku Onsen in Tohaku-gun, Tottori Prefecture, this is a full-day course to enjoy the charm of a hot spring town. In the afternoon, stroll casually through Mitsuraku Onsen Town, known for one of the world's most radium-rich hot springs, and savor the atmosphere of the inn-lined riverside. Then visit Mitoku-zan Sanbutsu-ji, where temples are scattered in the mountains, and experience the air of this historic old temple surrounded by deep green. After resting by Mitsuraku Bridge, the symbol of the hot spring town, in the evening enjoy dinner from the food stalls that line the hot spring town while waiting for the opening. From 8:35 PM, fireworks are launched into the night sky along the Mitoku River. The scenery where the light of the fireworks reflected on the river's surface weaves with the lights of the hot spring town is a sight unlike any other fireworks display. A plan unique to summer in Mitsuraku where you can enjoy strolling through the hot spring town, visiting mountain temples, and witnessing emotive fireworks. Since the event has a short duration, secure your viewing spot before the show begins.

On July 26, 2026 (Sunday), enjoy a full day exploring the port town of Sakaiminato, with the Minato Festival Fireworks at Yayoi Green Space as the main attraction. In the afternoon, enjoy street food at Mizuki Shigeru Road, lined with bronze statues, and browse fresh seafood at Sakaiminato Fish Center. In the afternoon, climb to the observation deck of Yume Minato Tower for a panoramic view of Sakaiminato's sea and Mt. Daisen. In the evening, move to Yayoi Green Space, purchase dinner, and secure your spot while watching the port's dusk. From 8 PM, approximately 2,000 fireworks illuminate the night sky above the port. Fireworks viewed from this open location facing the Sea of Japan offer the power unique to a port town. This is the ultimate summer plan for Sakaiminato, where you can fully enjoy shopping street exploration, gourmet food, and harbor fireworks. As there will be many people on the fireworks festival day, please pay attention to managing your valuables.

On July 25, 2026 (Saturday), at Okumiya Fishing Port in Daisen Town, Tottori Prefecture, enjoy a full day course centered around the Daisen Town Summer Evening Fireworks Festival, exploring both Daisen and the Sea of Japan. In the morning, visit the historic Nawa Shrine associated with Emperor Go-Daigo and learn about the port town's history. Next, enjoy shallow-water swimming at Okumiya Beach with its clear Sea of Japan waters and white sandy beach. In the afternoon, stop at Michi-no-Eki Daisen Megumi no Sato for a break with local produce and Daisen dairy soft ice cream. In the evening, head to Okumiya Fishing Port, prepare dinner, secure your viewing spot, and watch the sunset over the Sea of Japan. From 8 PM, approximately 2,500 fireworks illuminate the night sea. The powerful and immersive fireworks display unique to the quiet fishing port is a fitting climax to Daisen Town's summer. This plan offers the perfect combination of beach swimming and a full-scale fireworks festival, an experience uniquely yours to enjoy this summer in Okumiya.

A full-day course celebrating the Festival Dia Masuzu held on July 25, 2026, while savoring Mount Daisen's natural beauty. At midday, enjoy the spectacular views of Mount Daisen and the Sea of Japan from Masumi Kogen on the western slopes, experiencing grass skiing and riding the lift. Next, visit Daisen-ji, an ancient temple on the mountainside, walk through the solemn grounds surrounded by towering cedars, and experience the crisp mountain air. In the afternoon, interact with sheep and goats at Daisen Makiba Milk no Sato, and take a break with soft-serve ice cream made from Daisen's fresh milk. In the evening, return to Masumi Kogen once more, procure dinner, and secure your spot while watching the sunset over Mount Daisen. At 8:30 PM, fireworks burst from the high-altitude plateau. The fireworks appear crisp and clear against the night sky due to the minimal city lights typical of the plateau, creating a pleasant atmosphere with the cool mountain breeze. A summer plan unique to Mount Daisen that abundantly enjoys both plateau activities and fireworks.

A full-day course that celebrates the 'Tomari Summer Festival Fireworks' held on July 25, 2026 on Tomari Beach in Yurihama-cho, Tottori Prefecture, while enjoying both lakes and sea. Start at midday at Encho Park (燕趙園), a genuine Chinese garden on the shores of Lake Togo, and heighten your travel mood with a leisurely stroll through the exotic garden. Next, enjoy a scenic walk along the lakeside of Togo Lake Hamei Rinkai Park feeling the lake breeze, and take a leisurely stroll through Hawai Onsen (はわい温泉), a hot spring resort town lined with retro ryokan. In the evening, head to Tomari Beach, the venue of the fireworks festival, enjoy dinner while watching the sunset over the Sea of Japan, and secure your spot. Starting at 8 PM, fireworks light up the night sky over the Sea of Japan in succession. The seaside fireworks viewed together with the sound of waves offer a unique sense of openness different from fireworks in the city. A summer plan in Yurihama that combines lakeside strolls and seaside fireworks. Be sure to take sun protection measures as the area along the coast receives strong sunlight during the day.

This 1-day course allows you to fully enjoy the Yonago city area in Okayama Prefecture, centering on the Kaike Onsen Mini Fireworks Festival held on July 24, 2026 (Friday) at 9 PM. Start at midday by visiting Yonago Castle Ruins and enjoying the spectacular views of Daisen mountain and Lake Nakaumi from the castle keep foundation. Continue to the shopping street in front of Yonago Station for a leisurely browse and meal. In the afternoon, take a relaxing walk along Yumihamakaigan Coast that stretches right before Kaike Onsen. In the evening, gather dinner around the hot spring area while securing your viewing spot, then wait for sunset. From 9 PM to 9:03 PM, mini fireworks light up the night sky above Kaike Onsen. This is a perfect summer day plan unique to Kaike Onsen, where you can abundantly enjoy castle views, shopping, seaside walks, and a memorable fireworks display.

A full-day course to enjoy the world-renowned Misasa Hot Spring, known for its high radium content, from midday, centered around the Misasa Hot Spring Summer Fireworks Festival starting at 8:25 PM on July 23, 2026. At midday, visit Mitoku-san Sanbutsu-ji Temple, famous for the National Treasure Nionjudo Hall, and touch on the history of mountain worship while gazing at the hall nestled on a cliff. Then stroll through the Misasa Hot Spring town and savor the atmosphere of the hot spring area with its traditional inns lining the streets. In the afternoon, visit the base of Misasa Bridge and enjoy the sound of the Mitoku River and the hot spring town scenery. Early evening, secure a spot while gathering dinner around the hot spring area and wait for sunset. From 8:25 PM to 8:30 PM, fireworks light up the night sky of Misasa Hot Spring. Held every night during the season, it's a summer symbol of Misasa Hot Spring. A full-day summer plan unique to Misasa where you can greedily enjoy both the history walk of mountain worship and fireworks coloring the hot spring town's night.

On July 20, 2026 (Monday), a full-day experience course to enjoy the town of hot springs known for radium springs, centered on the Misasa Hot Spring Fireworks Festival held in Misasa Town, Tottori Prefecture. At midday, leisurely stroll through Misasa hot spring town with hot spring inns lining the Mitoku River, viewing Kawa-yu (riverbed hot spring), the famous hot spring emerging from the riverside. At the historic Misasa Bridge, enjoy commemorative photos with clear streams and mountains in the background. In the afternoon, enjoy strolling along the promenade beside the Mitoku River while listening to its murmur. In the evening, return to the hot spring town where summer festival food stalls line the streets and enjoy dinner while waiting for fireworks. The Misasa Hot Spring Fireworks Festival runs almost nightly throughout the summer, including July 20-24 and 27-31, launching fireworks from the Mitoku River riverbed upstream of Koinokoshi Bridge from 20:25 to 20:30 for just 5 minutes. The sight of fireworks concentrated in such a short time coloring the night sky in a mountain valley is beautiful in a way unique to this valley hot spring town. A compact plan to enjoy both a stroll through the hot spring town and fireworks in a mountain valley this summer in Misasa.

A full-day course centered on the Kokufu Town Rural Worker Welfare Center Pool, operating from June 27 (Saturday) to August 30 (Sunday), 2026. In the morning, explore the Kokufu Town area, the center of ancient Inaba Province, visiting the historic Ube Shrine (depicted on old yen notes and coins) and the adjacent Inaba Manyoshu History Museum to learn about Manyoshu history. After lunch, head to the Tottori Sand Dunes, walk the majestic sand hills, and enjoy the cool Sand Museum with impressive sand sculptures. In the evening, head to the Kokufu Town Rural Worker Welfare Center Pool. With budget-friendly admission (adults 200 yen, junior high and elderly 100 yen, elementary school 50 yen), showers, and changing rooms, you can enjoy water play with minimal baggage. Hours are weekdays 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM and weekends/holidays 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Closed every Monday. Note the day and hours before visiting. A perfect Tottori day combining history, sand dune views, and evening water play.

A full-day course centered on the Water Play Area and Water Slide at IM Electronics Tottori Sand Dunes Children's Country, operating from July 18 (Saturday) to August 31 (Monday), 2026. Operations run in two sessions: 9:15 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The key to this day is to start early to align with the morning session. First, stroll through the Tottori Sand Dunes in the soft morning light and enjoy the magnificent scenery unique to Japan's largest sand dunes. Next, visit the adjacent Sand Museum and explore the delicate sand sculptures in the cool, comfortable indoor setting. Finally, head to the main attraction: IM Electronics Tottori Sand Dunes Children's Country. Enjoy water play as a family in the shallow water play area (about 10cm deep) for young children and the 26-meter water slide for elementary school children. Water play is free; you only pay the facility admission fee (high school students and above 500 yen, middle school students 200 yen, ages 70+ and elementary school and below free, ages 18 and below free on weekends and holidays). A great plus is the budget-friendly pricing perfect for families. Note that operations may be cancelled due to weather, so check the latest information on the day before heading out. A quintessential Tottori summer outing that combines sand dune scenery with water play in one day.

This is an all-day course that fully explores Yonago, a castle town in the Sanin region, centered on Kaike Onsen Kai-yu Beach, which operates from July 11 (Saturday) to August 23 (Sunday) 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. In the morning, spend time with art at Yonago City Museum of Art, learn about the history of the Sanin region at Sanin History Museum, and enjoy spectacular views of Lake Nakaumi and Mt. Daisen from the stone walls of Yonago Castle Ruins. After a meal near Yonago Station, head to Kaike Onsen Kai-yu Beach. The shallow beach with calm waves is staffed with lifeguards, making it safe for families with small children. Starting July 18, marine athletics will appear, allowing you to enjoy the sea while exercising. Additionally, night fireworks events are planned from July 24 to August 23, so if time permits, a revisit in the evening is also recommended. Beach swimming is free, and you can enjoy water play and sand play to your heart's content. This is a perfect course that combines Yonago sightseeing and swimming in a single day for a summer family trip. Bring your swimwear and towel, and head to Kaike Beach.

A full-day course centered around Hawaii Beach (ハワイ海水浴場) in Tottori Prefecture's Yurihama Town, which opens from July 10 (Friday) to August 16 (Sunday), 2026, from 9 AM to 4 PM. In the morning, enjoy an exotically charming walk through the Chinese garden Enshaoen on Lake Togo's shores, then rest at Togo Lake Hamadera Waterfront Park, feeling the lakeside breeze. At noon, extend to Kurayoshi's white-walled storehouses, walking retro streets while filling up with local specialty gyukotsu ramen (beef bone ramen). The highlight is afternoon at Hawaii Beach, a family-friendly beach with free swimming, beach huts offering rest and warm showers, and ample parking (¥1,000–1,500/day). Free changing rooms mean you can travel light with just your swimsuit. A summer day savoring Yurihama Town's lake, townscape, and sea attractions together.

This full-day course showcases Uratsutsu Beach in Iwami Town, Tottory Prefecture, which opens from July 17 to August 16, 2026, and allows you to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Sanin Kaigan Geopark in just one day. In the morning, start at Shirohara Coast, also called "Matsushima of Sanin." Slowly enjoy the dramatic cliffsides and azure sea from the walking trail. Next, head to Tagoshiro Port for a relaxing break while admiring the peaceful fishing village and moored boats. Have lunch at Roadside Station Kinanse Iwami and prepare for swimming. The afternoon climax is Uratsutsu Beach with its crystal-clear waters and white sandy beach. Swimming is free, and the beach is lined with beach houses and coin lockers, with paid hot showers also available, so families can enjoy worry-free. Parking costs 1,000 yen per day, and showers cost 200 yen for 2 minutes. Enjoy water play until sunset and experience a perfect summer day in Sanin. Bring your swimsuit and towel—let's head to Tottori's sea!

A full-day course centered around Tottori Dunes Beach (鳥取砂丘海水浴場), which opens from July 18 (Saturday) to August 30 (Sunday), 2026, fully enjoying the Tottori Dunes area—Japan's most representative scenic landmark. In the morning, first walk the Tottori Dunes themselves to experience the majestic landforms, then marvel at the grand sand sculptures at the adjacent Sand Museum, made entirely of sand, water, and binding agent. At noon, taste fresh seafood at Tottori Port Karoichi, then touch Japan Sea creatures at Tottori Kago Kanikkoya before food settles. Then it's time for Tottori Dunes Beach in the afternoon. Swimming hours are 9:30 AM-5:00 PM, swimming is free, and the facility offers changing rooms, showers, and free parking, so you can enjoy it nearly hand-free. Play in the shallow waters, sculpt with sand from the dunes, and savor a Tottori summer day of sea and sand. Pack your swimsuit and towel—venture to Tottori Dunes in summer!

A full-day course centered around Karo Port Beach (賀露みなと海水浴場), which opens from July 18 (Saturday) to August 16 (Sunday), 2026, and fully enjoys the Karo Port area of Tottori City. In the morning, start at Tottori Kago Kanikkoya (とっとり賀露かにっこ館) right next to Karo Port, where you can touch local marine life. Next, venture to Tottori Dunes (鳥取砂丘) to walk the majestic sand hills and experience a non-ordinary summer vacation. At noon, return to the port to enjoy fresh seafood at Tottori Port Seafood Market Karoichi (鳥取港海鮮市場かろいち). The climax is Karo Port Beach in the afternoon. This is a free-entry beach managed by the Karo Port Tourism Association, surrounded by seafood restaurants, so you won't lack for food and refreshments after swimming. Swimming hours are 9:00-17:00 on weekends and holidays, 9:30-16:00 on weekdays. Pack your swimsuit and towel, and head to Tottori's summer sea!

A full-day course showcasing Tottori City's entire seaside area, centered around Hakuto Beach (白兎海水浴場), which opens from July 11 (Saturday) to August 16 (Sunday), 2026. In the morning, visit Hakuto Shrine (白兎神社), located right beside the beach, to pay respects for safe travels while learning about the legendary Inaba White Rabbit. Next, watch aircraft from the observation deck at Tottori Dunes Conan Airport (鳥取砂丘コナン空港), then enjoy fresh local seafood lunch at Kago Port's Kanikkoya roadside station (とっとり賀露かにっこ館). The highlight is the afternoon at Hakuto Beach, managed by the local Hakuto Tourism Association. Swimming is free at this beach with a full parking lot, perfect for easy stops by car. Open from 9 AM to 5 PM, enjoy crystal-clear waters and white sand until sunset. Pack your swimsuit and towel—come experience Tottori's summer sea!