2025 Sakaiminato Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

#2月好地方2025 Onyado Nono is the top choice for accommodation in Sakaiminato City, Tottori. The natural hot spring of this hotel in Sakaiminato is named "Yuunagi no Yu". It is located next to Sakaiminato JR Station, very close to the Yokai Shrine and Mizuki Shigeru Memorial Museum. You can even have a chance to see the Gegege no Kitaro train just a few steps away. The characteristic of Onyado Nono is that the whole floor of the building is tatami, and there is a natural hot spring on the rooftop. It is very enjoyable to enjoy the sea view while soaking in the hot spring. There are quite a few facilities in the hotel, including karaoke and sauna, as well as bicycle rental and self-service laundry services. The double rooms at Onyado Nono are all pretty much the same, with Japanese-style beds. The rooms are not big, but they are comfortable to sleep in. On weekdays, the cost is around NT$3,000 excluding breakfast, which is pretty ok. #Tottori #Sakaiminato #Onyado Nono

As a fan of GeGeGe no Kitaro, a visit to the Mizuki Shigeru Memorial Museum in Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture, is a must. The museum is dedicated to the life and works of Shigeru Mizuki, the creator of Kitaro. It showcases original drawings, collections of spirits and yokai from around the world, including masks, decorations, and large murals. However, the main attraction is Kitaro himself. From FRP decorations, manga manuscripts, to murals, familiar characters like Medama Oyaji, Nezumi Otoko, and Neko Musume bring back childhood memories, making it a delightful photo opportunity. Advance tickets are ¥900, and same-day tickets are ¥1000. Besides the exhibitions, there is also a shop where fans can buy a wide range of Kitaro merchandise. It's truly a worthwhile visit.

Gegegege Kitaro was very popular when we were young, but I guess young people today don’t have much impression of him. As soon as he heard that there was a hometown of Gegege no Kitaro, the uncle checked the train and rushed to Sakaiminato. When changing from Yonago to the Yokai Train, the characters in the comics transform into train paintings, setting the mood for entering the world of Gegege no Kitaro. The waiting seats at the station are also full of Gegege no Kitaro elements. Sakaiminato in Tottori was originally a port city connecting South Korea and Russia. Because the author of Gegege no Kitaro was born here, it has become a focus of local tourism promotion. There is also a Mizuki Shigeru Avenue in the area. If you stroll along it, you can see various ghost characters from comics transformed into sculptures decorating the streets. Even the street lights have become eyeballs. If you are lucky, you will encounter a Gegege no Kitaro doll appearing and taking photos with tourists. JR is also very localized. The Yokai Train route and signboards also use Gegege no Kitaro, giving San'in Tottori a more ghostly atmosphere. 📍Address: 〒684-0004 Taisho-cho, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture #JanuaryGoodPlaces2025

Yonago’s must-visit attraction Sakaiminato Station Kitaro Town👻 Departing from Tottori Yonago from Sakaiminato, take the JR Sakai Line to Sakaiminato Station. The fastest journey takes about 42 minutes. The inside and outside of the bus are full of popular Kitaro, making it a happy and exciting ride. Going to the train station is full of Gegege Kitaro patterns, which makes it very atmospheric. There are also different bronze statues for tourists to check in as souvenirs📸 Kitaro Street "Mizuki Shigeru Avenue" Mizuki Shigeru is the hometown of the author Mr. Mizuki Shigeru When you arrive at Akigo Street, there are many bronze statues of Kitaro. It is very difficult to take pictures of the 177 bronze statues of various monsters. ▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️ ⛩️"Yokai Shrine" has a huge black shadow stone and a 300-year-old zelkova tree In front of the shrine, there is Kitaro's father "Ghost Eye Papa Pure Water". If you want to rotate it manually, you need to know how to rotate it first☻️👋👁 📍⛩️62-1 Taisho Town, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture ▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️ There are also different shops and restaurants along the avenue, including many interesting products such as Kitaro bread and Ningyoyaki. The most unique "yokai manju" shop Sakaiminato’s specialty Yokai Manju is a steamed bun shaped like the cute Kitaro and is perfect for hand-delivery👍 ▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️ Mizuki Shigeru Memorial Hall (Mizuki Shigeru Memorial Hall)" Mr. Mizuki Shigeru's works and most of his collections. 📍5 Honmachi, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture 9:30～17:00 (last admission is 30 minutes ago) Adults 700 yen, middle and high school students 500 yen, elementary school students 300 yen About a 10-minute walk from JR Sakaiminato Station ▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫ Mizuki Shigeru Avenue. Night projection 🌠 In the evening, the bronze statues of monsters will be lit up, and the lights will project the figures of different monsters on the road. In fact, there were very few tourists at night, the streets were very quiet, and the atmosphere was gloomy and cold😖but it was a very enjoyable experience👍 ▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫ Sakaiminato Fishery Products Wholesale Center🦀 Sakaiminato Fisheries Direct Sales Center is not only a place for shopping, but also a tourist attraction You can also see "Seishuidou Bridge" The Seishui Channel that connects the Sea of ​​Japan and the Central Sea, the bridge that spans the Seishui Channel, is a very tall bridge! The name of Tottori is Matsuba Crab🦀🦀. Eat Matsuba Crab Ramen on the left. It’s delicious and fresh👍 📍9-5 Showa-cho, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture ▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫ We rented a hotel for one night Ono Nono. Natural Hot Spring Yugami No Yu Onjuku Nono Sakai Port (ドーミーインチェーン) The hotel environment is so good, you can see the sea👍 I really appreciate how big the hotel bathroom is, with separate dry and wet rooms. There is a large natural hot spring bath on the top floor. I enjoyed a good day ♨️♨️ 📍216 Taishocho, Sakaiminato City #ItinerarySharing #Parent-Child Good Place #Global Travel #foodphotography # punch in #trip #popular punch in #good place #camera food first #a good place to date

Tottori Mizuki Shigeru Avenue is the only way to go to Mizuki Shigeru Memorial Museum after exiting Sakaiko Station😍 There are already large and small monster bronze statues on Mizuki Shigeru Avenue 👍🏻 plus there may be about a couple of hundred 😆 And there are also numerous Geetaro-style Kiyoko-exclusive merchandise It is a one-day attraction not to be missed in Nittori😌 Because it is the land of Ghost Taro so basically every store sells his products 🤭 and it is also very characteristic all very worth collecting 👍🏻 Mizuki Shigeru Memorial Hall requires an additional ticket to visit 🫶🏻🥹 However, because it is rare to visit, it is important to visit ❤️ And there are also Geetaro cartoon characters at the door to take pictures with you 📸️😝 I was lucky enough to meet the main card Kitaro🫣 Born in Minato City, Tottori Prefecture, Mr. Shigeru Mizuki, a manga artist representing Japan🗾, and his many works😝 are widely known😌 The Mizuki Shigeru Memorial Hall was built in 2003 on Mizuki Shigeru Road🤭🤭 is loved by many men, women and children😍😍 Once you get to the second floor, you'll find the exhibition hall of Mizuki's manga world🫶🏻 There are already many human-shaped plaques in the hall ❤️ The most popular is of course the Kitaro human-shaped plaque 😬 In addition to the humanoid standing signs and Kitaro explanation signs scattered everywhere😌 There is also the era of Mizuki's manga creation on each wall🤭 showing all the manga themes and samples🫢 If you will come to Shikoku in the future, you must arrange a one-day visit to Niji Harbor Station 🫢😍 #japanattractions #familygoodplaces #foodie #couplesgoodplaces #overseastravel #residentwriter #Japan #japantravel #japangoodplaces #japantravelstrategy #japanphotography #japantravel #japantravel #Good place for couples to date

Address: 216 Taisho-cho, Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture, 684-0004 Atmosphere/Facilities: Onsen, bathroom in each room, foot bath, all-you-can-eat Recommended points: All-you-can-eat seafood for breakfast! You can make a gorgeous seafood bowl to your liking Budget per person: 10,000~ Rating: 4 stars We recommend eating out for dinner... #gourmet #gourmettrip #Sakaiminato #TottoriPrefecture #seafoodbowl #allyoucaneat

Sakaiminato is located in Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture. The road leading to the port is filled with monsters from Gegege no Kitaro! Let's test our courage to go to the port! We took a photo with a Medama Oyaji manju stick in one hand and it looked great! ! As it is a port, the crabs 🦀 caught in Sakaiminato are delicious! #Free spot #Retro townscape

How can you not go to Mizuki Shigeru on your trip to Tottori🧳 It's the birthplace of Kitaro😌 There have been many Kitaro since we got on the train🚞 Once you get off the car, the entire Mizuki Shigeru Avenue goes to the Ghost Taro exhibition. There are many characters from Kitaro cartoons😎 All the stone statues are great for photography📸️ Maybe there are not many people because the place is far away So we don't see too many people 👍🏻 Comfortable to walk #JapanTravel #OverseasTravel #Parents and Parents Good Places Guide #I miss #Parents Good Places #2021 Exhibition #Summer Good Places

I went to Mizuki Shigeru Road at Sakaiminato Station in Shimane Prefecture! The world of Gegege no Kitaro was spread out, and each monument was cute! The street lamp heads were also cute with Medama Oyaji! It was a great place to talk about souvenirs! If you go to Shimane Prefecture, please stop by♪ #Shimane #Mizuki Shigeru Road #Gegege no Kitaro #Souvenirs

🇯🇵 [Tottori Prefecture] Let's go to Minato Sakai Exchange Center! (^^) This facility is located in front of Sakaiminato Station and provides tourist information for both San'in and San'in prefectures and holds mini events (^^)!!!!!!!!! Facilities include Sakaiminato Oasis, a conveyor belt sushi restaurant, souvenir shops, bathing facilities, the Oki Kisen ferry terminal, and a travel agency (^^) There is also the Sakaiminato City Tourist Information Center, which is convenient for gathering information, so you can stop by before sightseeing ^ ^ There are also coin lockers ^ ^!!!!!!!!! Please be sure to go and check it out (^^)!!!!!!!!! #0yentrip

🇯🇵 [Tottori Prefecture] Sakaiminato Fisheries Direct Sales Center (^ ^)!!! 🐟 A fishery direct sales center near Sakaiminato Fishing Port, which boasts one of the largest catches in Japan (^^) Freshly caught seafood is lined up in front of the stores of local fishermen. There are also plenty of restaurants and souvenir shops. The multi-purpose facility also has a restaurant that uses seasonal fish (^^)! [Location] 9-5 Showa-cho, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture [Access] About 28 minutes on foot from Sakaiminato Station exit About 28 minutes on foot from Babasakicho Station exit About 34 minutes on foot from Kamimichi (Tottori Prefecture) Station exit #0 yen trip

🇯🇵 [Tottori Prefecture] Nakaura Fishing Market! Get fresh seafood! ^ ^ The biggest stone statue of Kitaro in Japan is outside! (^^) The symbol of the store (^^) Kitaro welcomes all visitors (^^) It's a great spot for taking photos! (^^) The store is a general specialty store that offers everything from fresh fish to processed seafood products from the San'in region, with a focus on Matsuba crab, as well as alcohol and local sweets (^^) There is also a seafood restaurant that can accommodate 400 people, and it is often used by groups (^^) Please go and check it out (^^) #0 yen trip

🇯🇵 [Tottori Prefecture] The uniquely shaped Sakai Suido Bridge! (^^) A tourist spot! ! ! ! ! ! ! A 709m long, 40m high arch that connects Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture and Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture (^^) On July 21, 2002, the bridge was opened to the public for the 30th anniversary and became free to cross, making cross-prefectural sightseeing even more convenient (^^) Foreign ships and fishing boats frequently pass under the bridge, and there are many fishermen at the foot of the bridge (^^) It's a unique bridge, so it's fun to cross it (^ ^)!!! ! ! ! ! ! Please go and check it out (^^)!!! ! ! #0 yen trip

Sakaiminato Station Front Park, located next to Sakaiminato Station in Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture, is a convenient leisure spot that attracts many tourists and locals. The park is lush with greenery, featuring walking paths and rest areas, making it perfect for a stroll or relaxation. The tranquil environment here is especially suitable for family gatherings or chatting with friends. In spring, the cherry blossoms in the park bloom beautifully, making it a great spot for flower viewing. There are also facilities for children to play, ensuring a pleasant experience for family visitors. Since the park is close to Sakaiminato Station, visitors can easily stop by to enjoy the beauty of nature before continuing their journey. Whether for a short break or a leisurely walk, Sakaiminato Station Front Park is an ideal choice.

Sakaiminato Station, located in Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture, Japan, serves as an important transportation hub. As part of the San'in Main Line, this station provides convenient transit services for both locals and tourists. The area surrounding Sakaiminato Station boasts beautiful scenery and is close to popular attractions such as Mizuki Shigeru Road. This street features numerous statues and shops themed around the famous manga artist Mizuki Shigeru, drawing a large number of visitors. Inside the station, you'll find convenient facilities like automatic ticket machines and waiting areas, ensuring a comfortable experience for travelers. From here, it's easy to reach destinations like Tottori City and Matsue City, allowing you to explore the stunning landscapes and rich culture of the San'in region. Whether you're visiting for sightseeing or daily commuting, Sakaiminato Station is a convenient and charming transportation hub.

🇯🇵 [Tottori Prefecture] Sakaiminato Station! Nicknamed Kitaro Station! Let's go meet Kitaro! Sakaiminato Station is a station on the Sakai Line of West Japan Railway Company (JR West Japan) in Taisho-cho, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture (^^) Nicknamed Kitaro Station after the name of a monster (^^) There are lots of Gegege no Kitaro characters in the area (^^) Walk along Mizuki Shigeru Road to meet the monsters (^^) Location: Taisho-cho, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture Access: About 12 minutes on foot from the Babasakicho Station exit About 23 minutes on foot from the Kamimichi (Tottori Prefecture) Station exit About 41 minutes on foot from the Yogo Station exit #Spring 0 yen trip

Sakaiminato City is close to Yonago, so when traveling to Yonago, you might as well arrange a morning to go to Sakaiminato Fisheries Market to have a rich seafood feast🦐 The Sakaiminato Seafood Market is not too big, but it has a large concentration of seafood. And because Sakaiminato is close to the sea, the seafood is very fresh and the prices are very reasonable! Red Chu crabs are particularly abundant here. A large crab can be bought for HK$200 to HK$300. Those of slightly lower quality can be bought for as low as HK$100 for five crabs. It's incredible! You can enjoy a feast here without breaking the bank, it is definitely a paradise for foodies😇😇😇 In addition, oysters and shellfish are very fresh and sweet, worth a try 🐚 #MarchGoodPlaces2025

#springwander A memorial hall in Sakaiminato City, where Shigeru Mizuki was born, familiar with "Gegege no Kitaro". It takes about 14 minutes to walk through "Mizuki Shigeru Road" from JR "Sakaiko" Station. When you arrive, you will be greeted by Mr. Shigeru Mizuki and the statue of Kitaro at the "Gegege Entrance". When you go inside and go down the way, the first thing is "Shigeru Mizuki Manga World", where Mr. Mizuki's work is introduced. Going further, there is the "Mizuki Gallery", where handwritten murals and original paintings (reproductions) are exhibited, the "Neboke Life Room", which explains the life steps of Mr. Mizuki, and "Shigeru Mizuki's Work Room", and "Nonno", which exhibits the youkai that became the origin of creation. After "Nba and Ore" and "Yokai Cave", "Yokai Hiroba" and "Corridor of Life Scrolls", which introduce yokai that have been handed down to various parts of Japan, and finally the special exhibition "TV anime "Gegege no Kitaro (6th season)" and "Devil-kun" exhibition" will be the goal. It is a facility where you can deepen your knowledge of yokai, as well as Shigeru Mizuki's life and his thoughts on comics and yokai.

#Spring0yentrip From Yonago Station, take the JR Sakai Line, where trains decorated with Gegege no Kitaro motifs run, to Sakaiminato Station, which takes about 50 minutes. From there, you can walk to Mizuki Shigeru Road, where you will be greeted by many monsters. There are many bronze monster statues lined up along the road, and it was very interesting to walk along while looking at each one carefully. I got excited every time I found a familiar character, such as Kitaro or Ratman. The whole street is like a theme park, and the shops and cafes are unified with monster motifs, so it's exciting. It's a place where you can enjoy yourself slowly while taking photos. Mizuki Shigeru's worldview is alive throughout the town, and it's a time when you can feel playfulness and nostalgia. There is also a Mizuki Shigeru Memorial Museum, so be sure to visit!

Yonago, located in Tottori Prefecture, is not very famous, but it has rich natural scenery. Recently, there are direct flights from Hong Kong to Yonago, so take this opportunity to visit the San'in region of Japan! Yonago Gegege no Kitaro Airport is not very big, but you can see traces of the comic protagonist Gegege no Kitaro and a group of monsters everywhere, because the author of the comic Gegege no Kitaro, Shigeru Mizuki, was born in Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture! If you are a fan of Gegege no Kitaro, don’t miss the opportunity to check in! You can also buy Gegege no Kitaro-related souvenirs at Yonago Airport, and there is even a Gegege no Kitaro-themed sticker camera! #MarchGoodPlaces2025

Tottori Prefecture is also known as Crab Prefecture because of the large crab production in Tottori Prefecture. The production of red crab alone accounts for about 60% of the total production in Japan. Among them, Sakaiminato is an important fishing port with a very rich seafood harvest😍😍😍 The Sakaiminato Seafood Direct Sales Center, which is only a short 15-minute drive from Yonago Kitaro Airport, is definitely a seafood paradise. They sell freshly caught seafood every day, and crabs are a must-eat. All of them are cheap and fresh, with a large bag for as little as a hundred yuan, which is super exaggerated. In addition to the common Matsuba crab, there is also the red Chu crab that is abundant in Tottori Prefecture. The crab meat is sweet and meaty, and super fresh! There are also seats for dine-in, and you can eat immediately after buying 😏 But please note that the seafood direct sales center will close at 4 pm, so it is recommended to come here for breakfast and lunch! #MarchGoodPlaces2025

Still squeezing into crowded Tokyo and Osaka? Yonago, in Tottori Prefecture, is your hidden gem for a unique Japanese adventure! This small city, brimming with natural beauty and cultural charm, offers a distinct Japanese experience. Whether it's soaking in hot springs, admiring scenic views, or savoring delicious food, Yonago promises an unforgettable trip. Save this guide now! 🛫【Transportation】 ✈️By Air: Greater Bay Airlines offers direct flights to Yonago from Hong Kong, making it super convenient! Yonago Airport is compact but well-equipped, with buses directly to the city center. 🚄By Train: From other Japanese cities, travel to Okayama and transfer to the JR Limited Express to Yonago. Enjoy the picturesque Japanese countryside along the way. 🏞【Attractions】 🌊Kaike Onsen: A must-visit hot spring resort in Yonago. The saltwater hot springs leave your skin feeling smooth and refreshed. Choose a seaside onsen hotel to enjoy ocean views while soaking. Don't miss the stunning sunset views in the evening—perfect for photos! 🌋Mount Daisen: One of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains. Its western silhouette resembles Mount Fuji, earning it the nickname "Hoki Fuji." With lush vegetation, Mount Daisen offers diverse scenery throughout the year. Enjoy cherry blossoms in spring, vibrant foliage in autumn, or challenge yourself with a hike to the summit for breathtaking views. 🏯Yonago Castle Ruins: Once the heart of the Yonago Domain, the castle ruins still evoke a sense of grandeur. During cherry blossom season, the area transforms into a sea of pink, creating a magical atmosphere. 🎨Mizuki Shigeru Road: A must-visit for fans of the manga "GeGeGe no Kitaro"! The museum showcases the life and works of manga artist Shigeru Mizuki. See statues of various anime characters and immerse yourself in the world of yokai. It's a fun place for photos! 🍱【Food】 🦀Matsuba Crab: A must-try in Yonago! From November to March, indulge in the fresh, succulent Matsuba crab, full of rich crab roe. Whether steamed, hot pot style, or as crab sushi, it's a culinary delight. 🍜Beef Bone Ramen: A Tottori specialty. Rich beef bone broth, chewy noodles, and tender beef slices make for a satisfying and heartwarming meal. 🍣Kaisen-don: A colorful bowl of fresh sashimi over rice. The exceptional freshness of the ingredients delivers the taste of the sea in every bite. 🏨【Accommodation】 🏨Kaike Onsen Hotels: We recommend the Kaike Seaside Hotel. It offers spacious rooms, open-air onsen with ocean views, and delicious seafood cuisine with overnight stays. 🏨Yonago City Hotels: The Yonago Washington Hotel Plaza is conveniently located opposite JR Yonago Station, offering easy access to transportation and excellent facilities at a great price. 📅【Itinerary】 Day 1: Arrive in Yonago - Relax at Kaike Onsen - Enjoy seafood cuisine Day 2: Hike/sightseeing at Mount Daisen - Visit the Mizuki Shigeru Museum - Eat beef bone ramen Day 3: Visit Yonago Castle Ruins (spring) - Buy souvenirs - Prepare for departure

#Domestic Travel Strategy Tottori Prefecture faces the Sea of ​​Japan and occupies the eastern side of the San'in region. In the eastern part of the prefecture, you will find the Tottori Sand Dunes, the largest sand dune in Japan. It is also famous as the birthplace of a popular manga artist. If you are planning a trip to Tottori, please read this article until the end for reference. 🔸Area: Tottori City, Sakaiminato, Hokuei-gai Area ───────────────────── 🔸Time required: 10 hours ───────────────────── 🔸Transportation method: Rental car ───────────────────── This time, we visited 4 spots. ❶ 8:00 Start from Sunaba Coffee "New" Tottori Station Store ↓ (Morning glory breakfast 600 yen) ↓ 🚗105km approx. 2.5 hours ↓ ❷ 11:30 Mizuki Shigeru Road ↓ ↓ 🚗Approximately 60km About 1.5 hours ↓ ❸ 14:00 The town where you can meet Detective Conan ↓ JR Yura Station (Conan Station)・Conan Street ↓ 🚗About 50km About 1.2 hours ↓ ❹ 16:10 Tottori Castle ↓ ↓ 🚗6km About 20 minutes Return rental car ↓ ❺ 18:00 Arrive at hotel Sunaba Coffee "New" Tottori Ekimae Store 📍706 Sakaemachi, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture 680-0831 Mizuki Shigeru Road 📍Taishomachi, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture 684-0004 JR Yura Station (Conan Station)・Conan Street 📍689-2221 Yura-juku, Hokuei-cho, Tohaku-gun, Tottori Prefecture Tottori Castle Ruins 📍2-105 Higashi-cho, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture 680-0011 #Tottori #Mizuki Shigeru Road #Conan Station #Detective Conan #Domestic Travel #Solo Travel #Cafe

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 As soon as you step into the immigration station, it feels like you have traveled to the monster world of Gegege no Kitaro! This station is based on the works of cartoonist Shigeru Mizuki, and from the platform to the lobby, you can see Kitaro and monsters everywhere. The statues, murals and decorations in the station make people stop and appreciate every detail. As you walk out of the station, you will be pleasantly surprised by the Mizuki Shigeru Avenue in front of you. Various monster statues are lined up on both sides, full of fantasy and childlike fun. Looking at the children excitedly taking photos with the monster statues, or the satisfied expressions of the adults reliving their childhood memories, I can't help but sigh that this station is not only a transportation hub, but also the starting point of dreams. Sakaiminato Station allows people to find joy and surprises during their journey, and also adds a unique charm to this small town. 🚉 Transportation: JR Sakai Line "Sakaiminato Station" 📍 Address: 216 Taisho-cho, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture ⏰ Business hours: Open all day #Sakaiminato Station #GeGeGeGe no Kitaro #Yokai Journey #Mizuki Shigeru Avenue #Must-visit in Tottori

#Seasonal places in Japan Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture, is the birthplace of Shigeru Mizuki, the creator of Gegege no Kitaro, and is famous as a "town of monsters." The Mizuki Shigeru Road, which opened in 1993, is a monster road that stretches for about 800m from Sakaiminato Station to the Mizuki Shigeru Memorial Museum. °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• ① Monster Square A small park with objects, benches, and sunshades. The street lamp is also Medama Oyaji. ② Kappa Fountain The "Kappa Fountain" in the Yokai Square There are a total of nine bronze statues of water-related monsters such as Sanpei, the main character of "Kappa no Sanpei," a kappa, Azukiarai, Akuma-kun, and a raccoon dog. ③ Yokai Shrine In front of the shrine, there is water for Medama Oyaji purification. Go through the Ittan Momen Torii gate. When you enter, you will find a sacred black granite stone, a 300-year-old zelkova tree, and a stone eye with a mysterious story. ④ Yokai stamp rally Purchase a yokai guidebook for 120 yen and collect yokai stamps placed at various locations. If you collect more than 20, you will be certified as a yokai museum. There are also prizes depending on the number of stamps you collect. ⑤ Yokai bronze statues When Mizuki Shigeru Road was created, there were 23 bronze yokai statues in total, and the number has been increasing year by year, reaching a total of 177 in 2018. The yokai are divided into zones according to the place and type they inhabit, such as those that live in the forest and those that lurk in familiar places. °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• Access 📍〒684-0004 Taisho-cho, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture 📍From Sakaiminato Station to the memorial hall is about 800m, about 15 minutes on foot 📍From Yonago Taro Airport, about 6km, about 20 minutes by car By airport shuttle bus, about 6km to Sakaiminato Station, about 25 minutes 📍There is no dedicated parking lot, so use Hinode Parking Lot, Sakaiminato Station Parking Lot, Taisho-cho Parking Lot, etc. #Tottori #Sakaiminato #Mizuki Shigeru Road #Yokai Shrine #Yokai #Domestic Travel #Solo Travel

Located in Sakaiminato, Iroha Sushi is a long-established sushi restaurant that has been in business for about 100 years. The restaurant operates from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. As expected from a place with such a long history, the interior is filled with an old-fashioned charm, yet it is very clean overall. Although the chef does not speak foreign languages, he makes an effort to communicate and even shows pictures of the fish to explain. I heard that it is now run by the third generation. On this day, I had the 2500 yen premium nigiri sushi set. It included 7 pieces for 2500 yen. The fish slices were thick, and there was a small amount of rice, but it was delicious. It felt like tasting a century-old culture. If you visit Sakaiminato, be sure to stop by. Japan 〒684-0011 Tottori, Sakaiminato, Aioicho, 17 +81 120-568-168 11:00 AM ~ 7:00 PM Closed on Thursdays

Do you like sake? Do you like anime? Here is Chiyomusubi Sake Brewery where you can taste and enjoy both🍶 It has 150 years of history and makes Tottori's local sake. There is a brewery, a shop, and a bar where you can taste sake ✔️It is located in Yonago, which is 1 hour and 30 minutes from Seoul. Since it is close to the airport, how about finding a hotel near Sakaiminato Station on the first day, looking around Yokai Village, tasting here, buying sake you like, and drinking it at your accommodation👻🍶 ✔️It is located on the right side of the entrance to Yokai Village from Sakaiminato Station. ✔️You can tour the brewery if you make a reservation in advance ✔️You can taste various kinds at a reasonable price. The bartender is friendly and it is really delicious. Highly recommended!!!! ✔️The Chiyomusubi Junmai Daiginjo Gouriki 30 in the 4th photo is the signature here and is really delicious ✔️I bought a sake called Sorah, which is sweet and refreshing and highly recommended for sake beginners! ✔️There are many bottle designs using characters from the guitar. It's a delicious sake that can also be used as goods, so it's killing two birds with one stone👍🏻 ✔️There is a Japanese garden in the back ✔️As a drinker who goes to the sake festival every year, it's delicious anyway! 📍Chiyomusubi sake brewery 🗾131 Taishomachi, Sakaiminato, Tottori 684-0004 Japan ⏱️Opening hours 09:00~17:00 #Sake #JapaneseSake #BreweryTour #Brewery #YonagoTravel #MarchTravelSupportEvent

This is Mizuki Shigeru Road, a place created to commemorate Mizuki Shigeru, the creator of the Japanese national yokai manga, “GeGeGe no Kitaro,” and is also called Yokai Village. If you know even a little about the GeGeGe no Kitaro manga, you can enjoy it more, and even if you don’t, you can enjoy it just for the concept of a gloomy Yokai Village. Let me give you a brief explanation about the work called GeGeGe no Kitaro. It is a manga serialized by Mizuki Shigeru, who lost his arm after the war and became an anti-war writer, starting in the 1960s. The animation also came out in the 1960s, and it has been remade in many versions to this day. It has inspired many yokai-related contents in Japan, and the creator passed away in 2015. The animation feels like it is aimed at children, but the theatrical animation called “Kitaro no Birth” that was released in Korea in 2024 is rated R for adults, and I personally enjoyed it very much. It is an animation that I would recommend to Koreans as well. It's okay to approach this as your first work, and you can also get a general idea of ​​the world. 📍Mizuki Shigeru Road Taishomachi, Sakaiminato, Tottori 684-0004 Japan ✔️Get off at Sakaiminato Station on a train wrapped in Kitaro, and you'll be in Yokai Village right away👻 ✔️On the train, the voice of the main character's father, the eyeball Yokai, guides you through the station. It's really fun ✔️There is no entrance fee to the village. The Mizuki Shigeru Memorial Hall inside the village is open from 09:30 to 17:09 and has an admission fee of 1,000 yen ✔️Once in a while, a Kitaro doll walks around the streets and takes pictures #Yonago #Tottori #Sakaiminato #JapanTravel #MarchTravelSupportEvent