Enjoy Lunch with Ocean Views at a Roadside Station Overlooking the Japan Sea
About this spot
A roadside station adjacent to the Kotouura Parking Area on the Sanin Expressway, serving as the gateway to Kotouura Town. The gift shop features an array of processed seafood from Akasaki Harbor, Kotouura's specialty ago (flying fish) chikuwa (fish cake), and local confectionery—all the flavors of San'in. The food court and restaurants offer fresh seafood bowls and set meals using Japan Sea fish and local ingredients, making it perfect for a lunch stop on your drive. The outdoor deck offers sweeping views of the Japan Sea, and it's lovely to rest and enjoy the sea breeze after eating. With comprehensive tourist information, it's an ideal base for gathering information about your afternoon destinations.
Tips
The food court can be crowded during weekend lunch hours; arriving before noon is recommended. Some seafood at the gift shop requires refrigeration, so a cooler bag ensures products stay fresh for the journey home. You can enter from both the Sanin Expressway and local roads.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Time your visit for lunch hours. The noon Japan Sea viewed from the deck stands out vividly blue.
Access & map
689-2502 Besho, Kotouura Town, Touhaku District, Tottori Prefecture 1030-1
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