Tottori Sand Dunes
Flow of the course
About 10 min from the previous stop
About 120 min here
About 10 min to the next stop
Next stop: World-Class Monumental Sand Sculpture Art Created with Only Sand and WaterAbout this spot
Japan's largest coastal sand dunes, stretching approximately 16 km east to west and 2.4 km north to south, and the defining landscape of the Sanin Kaigan Geopark. The highlight is the massive sand ridge called the 'Horse's Back,' standing about 47 meters high. The climb up the fine sand is more physically demanding than expected, but the reward is a vast panorama overlooking the deep blue Japan Sea and expansive sand dunes. The wind-sculpted ripple patterns and funnel-shaped depressions in the sand—natural formations created by wind and sand—are also striking features. Walking barefoot allows you to feel the sand's pleasant texture, and both children and adults can become completely absorbed in this landscape meant to be experienced on foot.
Tips
Shoes that keep sand out or going barefoot is recommended (note that daytime summer sand becomes very hot). Bring a hat and water as there is no shade whatsoever. The round trip up the Horse's Back takes over 40 minutes, so allow plenty of time.
Best time to visit
Approximately 2 hours. In the afternoon, the Japan Sea side faces direct sunlight, and the sea's blue appears most vivid.
How was this spot?
現地の天気
29°C(現在)直近1週間の寒暖差は平均3℃。気温差が大きい日が続くと紅葉が進みやすいと言われています。
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Access & map
〒689-0105 Tottori Prefecture, Tottori City, Fukube Town, Yuyama 2164-971
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