Tottori City is located in the western part of Japan along the coast of the Japan Sea. It is famous for its dunes, which considered as the largest in Japan that cover over 30 square kilometres of beach to the north part of the city centre. A variety of museums and temples become the famous tourist spot in Tottori. There is also a historical monument, a castle that was built a long time ago that stand still and become one of the tourist attractions as it offers a breathtaking view from the observation point.

Airports in Tottori

Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport

This unique name airport is located in the eastern part of Tottori City. It is only served by All Nippon Airways from Haneda Airport. It underwent renovation and renamed in honor of the creator of the popular manga and anime, Detective Conan. What makes it more unique is everywhere and everything you find in the airport must be related to Conan. Every spot attracts passengers to take photos. Besides, for those who admire Detective Conan and want to make it as memory, there is a souvenir shop. You can get a variable of public transport available at the airport terminal. There is even a Conan bus to bring you to the train station and a few other tourists’ sites.

Yonago Kitaro Airport

Yonago Kitaro Airport, also known as Miho Airbase, is located in the western part of Yonago City. This airport has few flights from a few cities including Naha and Sapporo, and even international flight from Seoul. Facilities such as public transport, restaurants, cafes and shops are available in this airport.

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What is the best time to fly to Tottori?

Tottori has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and cool winters. The best time to visit Tottori would be a time when you can completely enjoy the experience and not worry about such hassles. Deciding to visit Tottori is a little bit tricky as some of the places are suitable to be visited during certain seasons. But it will not stop you from gaining meaningful experience. Overall, visiting Tottori from May until October would be the best time to spend your holiday due to pleasant and lovely weather. The sightseeing will be incredible as well.

What are the top 3 things to do in Tottori?

Tottori Sand Dunes- The must-visit and most famous tourist attractions in Tottori, the Tottori Sand Dunes is located just outside the city centre and it is part of the Sanin Kaigan National Park. It is the largest dunes in Japan where it spans roughly 16 kilometres of coast along the Japan Sea and is up to 2 kilometres wide and 50 metres high. It was created a long time ago approximately a thousand years, as sand from Sendaigawa River was coming out and redeposited along the coast. The persistent movement of this phenomena continuously shape the dunes and offers magnificent panoramic landscape.

Kannon- in Temple- This is a temple of the Tendai Sect of Japanese Buddhism. Ikeda Family was the one who built this temple at the eastern part of Tottori City during Edo Period in1603- 1867. This Japanese style landscape garden consists of lawn and tall maple and pine trees that surrounded a big pond. It represents the symbol of longevity and health. You will be served matcha tea and sweets when you visit this place.

Tottori Castle- Originally, Tottori Castle was built in 1532 and served as regional power centre during warring states era in Japan, but modernization policies of Meiji Government destroyed it. Today, this castle stands as a historic landmark where visitors can climb up the castle courtyards to the observation point that serves fascinating scenery over Tottori City.