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Wherever you go in Tottori Prefecture, you can see the beautiful starry sky. It has taken the top spot in the national ranking of places where the stars can be seen clearly in the nationwide stargazing sessions held by the Ministry of the Environment. It is currently running a campaign called “Catch the Star” .

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LAND OF LEGEND AND HISTORY

Harusato Matsudaira (1751 - 1818) was the 7th lord of the

Matsudaira clan, who ruled the Matsue Domain. He was a

renowned tea master, and is known to many as Fumaikou. In

addition to restoring the finances of the Matsue Domain, he

established a tea ceremony style called Fumai-ryu. He collected

and preserved tea utensils (later called Unshu Meibutsu), and promoted arts and

crafts in the Matsue Domain. Such activities have become an aim of modern tea

ceremony masters. He is an important figure in the history of Japanese tea ceremony.

The year 2018 marks the 200th anniversary of Fumaikou’ s death, and Matsue city

has planned many events to commemorate the occasion. Be sure to visit Matsue so

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桜茶桜茶CHERRY BLOSSOMS

GREEN TEA

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Admire the cherry blossomsand enjoy green tea while contemplating history.This is the best way to enjoy Japan.

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Here are famous cherry blossom viewing spots in San’ in. Check each of the websites for the latest information.

There is just one short week from when the cherry blossoms are at their best to when the leaves start to appear. If it rains or is windy, the petals scatter and the

period is even shorter. The San’ in region has a lot of rain. You are truly lucky if you get to experience the fleeting moment of the blossoms in bloom.

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Fumaikou(Harusato Matsudaira)

Meimei-an(Teahouse with connections to Fumaikou)

Experience the moment of a lifetime

The San’ in region has many mountainous areas, so the cherry blossom blooming period varies. The best way to find out about the actual blooming stage is to contact someone in the region. (If you jump to Google Maps from pages 3 and 4, you can find the contact details for each place.)

The viewing season may be later in places of high altitude.

There are various theories regarding the

or igin of Japan’ s most popular cherry

blossom, the Somei-yoshino, but there is

no doubt that i t is a species loved and

cherished by many in Japan. Nowadays, it

is known around the world as “sakura” .

For a very short time, from late March to

early April, the blossoms bloom and towns

and cities are bathed in a sea of pink. This

fleetingness is one of the charms of the

cherry blossom.

Japan has a tea ceremony culture, and in

spring, outdoor tea ceremonies are held

under the cherry blossom trees. It is during such moments that you can experience Japan’ s

refined sense of beauty. Even among Japanese, the number of people who can experience such a

moment is limited.

Now is your chance! The cherry blossom spots are near the regional airports, so take a trip to

San’ in to experience the refinement for yourself! (See pages 3 and 4 for details.)

Around 400 Somei-yoshino trees bloom along the 2km river. It is beautiful when illuminated at night.

Yu-machi, Tamayu-cho, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecturewww.tama-onsen.jp

The highlight is the tunnel of cherry blossoms. It is one of Japan’ s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots.

Kisuki, Kisuki-cho, Unnan City, Shimane Prefecturewww.unnan-kankou.jp/sakura

Cherry blossoms can be seen among the pine and cedar trees in this sacred spot.

Kizukihigashi, Taisha-cho, Izumo city, Shimane Prefecturewww.izumooyashiro.or.jp

A spectacular scenic spot with views of Yonago City, the Sea of Japan, Mt. Daisen and cherry blossoms.

Kume-cho, Yonago City, Tottori Prefecturefurusato.sanin.jp/p/area/yonago/19/

San’ in’ s best cherry blossom viewing spot designated as one of Japan’ s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots.

Nakano-cho, Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecturegoo.gl/2bXNmV

The steam locomotive running past cherry blossoms is a beautiful sight, and is a must-see for railroad enthusiasts.

Wakasa, Wakasa-cho, Yazu-gun, Tottori Prefecturekanko.town.wakasa.tottori.jp/event/

The historic park boasts around 500 blooming cherry blossom trees.

Shikano, Shikano-cho, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecturewww.shikano-net.com

A nationally designated historical site centered on Tottori Castle ruins. It is one of Japan’ s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots.

Higashi-machi, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecturegoo.gl/mv7jx6

Large male and female cherry blossom trees which are 650 years old. Designated as national treasures of the prefecture.

Kenpuku-ji Temple, Ganya, Okinoshima-cho, Oki-gun, Shimane Prefectureoki-dougo.info

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A great photo spot with cherry blossoms and Sanin’ s only three-story pagoda.

Kiyomizu-cho, Yasugi City, Shimane Prefecturewww.kiyomizudera.jp

In case of rain… If it rains, you can enjoy these spots! (You may not be able to see cherry blossoms at all of these sites.)

Regardless of the weather , you can enjoy this indoor theme park. It boasts over 10,000 blooming flowers.

52 Ogaki-cho, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecturewww.ichibata.co.jp/vogelpark/

Located near Matsue Cast le. You can enjoy tea and sweets while gazing out at the castle.

Rent a kimono and haori jacket for up to 7 hours. Fitting is included, so those trying kimono for the first time can easily wear the kimono in style! Enjoy sightseeing around Izumo while blending into the traditional landscape. Men can also use this service. How about a date in kimono? You can visit the historical sights of the city, including Inasanohama Beach, which features in Japanese mythology, Hinomisaki Shrine and Hinomisaki Lighthouse.

If you want to experience Japanese culture, why not try the tea ceremony? Relax in a peaceful, quiet atmosphere while enjoying a bowl of tea prepared by the staff. You can experience a sense o f ca lmness fa r removed f rom da i l y l i fe ! An explanation of tea ceremony etiquette is provided, so people trying it for the first time can participate with ease.

(Inside Matsue History Museum) 279 Tono-machi, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecturematsu-reki.jp/kiharu

A sand museum w i th t he wo r l d ’ s largest hourglass. The neighboring park has around 600 cherry blossom trees.

Nima-cho, Oda City, Shimane Prefecturewww.sandmuseum.jp

Has a 1km circular walkway with a roof, and a 50m diameter dome-shaped glass greenhouse, where you can admire the flowers.

110 Tsuruta, Nanbu-cho, Saihaku-gun, Tottori Prefecturewww.tottorihanakairou.or.jp

A theme park devoted to Nijisseiki Pear, a specialty of Tottori. You can enjoy tasting and comparing pears.

Tottori Nijisseiki Pear Museum Nashikkokan

Inside Kurayoshi Park Square, 198-4 Dakyoji-cho, Kurayoshi City,Tottori Prefecture 1174.sanin.jp

The view from the observation deck is spectacular. You can see around 800 plum blossom trees.* Plum blossoms are in bloom from February to March.

1011 Tanihitotsugi, Kawahara-cho, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecturewww.kawahara-shiro.com

Kawahara Castle Oshiroyama Observation Deck

Rental Kimono with Haori (Izumo, Shimane)

Enjoy an authentic tea ceremony experience!

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○Commemorative exhibition　A commemorative exhibition in Tokyo and Shimane

○Matsue Sweets Festa 2018 (Provisional name)　Contest between master confectioners, and displays of artistic sweets, etc.

○Kanden-an teahouse restoration　Tea ceremony presentation after completion

○Tea ceremony culture creation and tourism　Enjoyable tea ceremony with simple utensils

There is much more to see in the San’in region, including unusual green cherry blossoms, and tunnels of cherry blossom trees which you can pass through by car! See pages 3 and 4!

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Airport Sakura Golden Hour Spot to Enjoyin the Rain

Stargazing Spot

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Easy access to San’in The San’ in region is packed with cherry blossom viewing spots, sunset and golden hour spots, and places to observe fireflies and stars. These places can be easily reached from the airports! You can be cherry blossom viewing in the San’ in region just three hours after landing at Haneda.

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Bank of theTamayu River Bank of theTamayu River

Matsue CastleMatsue Castle

Cherry RoadCherry Road

Sakaidaiba ParkSakaidaiba Park

Bank of theHii RiverBank of theHii River

Bank of the Mitoya RiverBank of the Mitoya River

Izumo Taisha Shrine GardensIzumo Taisha Shrine Gardens

Zuikozan Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Zuikozan Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Yononaka ZakuraYononaka Zakura

Oki ShrineOki Shrine

KasayamaKasayama

Washibara Hachiman-gu- ShrineWashibara Hachiman-gu- Shrine

Kanedani Jozan Cherry TreeKanedani Jozan Cherry Tree

Misumi Obira Cherry TreeMisumi Obira Cherry Tree

Jozan ParkJozan Park

Gotsu Marukoyama ParkGotsu Marukoyama Park

Yamamotoke White Weeping Cherry TreeYamamotoke White Weeping Cherry Tree

Togeshika ShrineTogeshika Shrine Ichinotani ParkIchinotani Park

Hikawa ParkHikawa Park

Nanao ParkNanao Park

Miroku ParkMiroku Park

Yonago Castle RuinsYonago Castle Ruins

KyoshoteiKyoshotei

Utsubuki ParkUtsubuki Park

Gokuraku-ji TempleGokuraku-ji Temple

Chizu KahanChizu Kahan

SenjosanManhonsakura Park

SenjosanManhonsakura Park

Kanzaki ShrineKanzaki ShrineNiodo

ParkNiodo Park

Wakasa StationWakasa Station

Shikanojoseki ParkShikanojoseki Park

Inaba Senbonsakura Sakura-no-SonoInaba Senbonsakura Sakura-no-Sono

Kyusho ParkKyusho Park

Oiwa StationOiwa Station

Abe StationAbe Station

Café KiharuCafé Kiharu

Matsue Vogel ParkMatsue Vogel Park

Nima Sand MuseumNima Sand Museum

Tottori Prefectural Flower ParkTottori Prefectural Flower Park

Nichinan-cho Fukumaki regionNichinan-cho Fukumaki region

Oshidori Observation HutOshidori Observation Hut

Yoshiokaonsen-choYoshiokaonsen-cho

Kurayoshishi Sekigane Sports ParkKurayoshishi Sekigane Sports Park

Mizu-to-Ikimono-to-no-Fureai ParkMizu-to-Ikimono-to-no-Fureai Park

Izumo-Daito StationIzumo-Daito Station

Yoshida Koryu CenterYoshida Koryu Center

KOMOREBITO Sunset cafeKOMOREBITO Sunset cafe

Daisen PondDaisen Pond

Hokueicho Odaiba Park Camping Ground

Hokueicho Odaiba Park Camping Ground

Wakasa Hyonosen Ski AreaWakasa Hyonosen Ski Area

Uomidai PlateauUomidai Plateau

Nawa Shrine Nawa Shrine

Kaka-no-Kukedo CavesKaka-no-Kukedo Caves

Rosoku IslandRosoku Island

KikugahamaKikugahama

Sanrigahama BeachSanrigahama Beach

Orii Beach ResortOrii Beach Resort

Iwami Seaside ParkIwami Seaside Park

Kotogahama BeachKotogahama Beach

Kaketo MatsushimaKaketo Matsushima

Inasanohama BeachInasanohama Beach

Roadside Station Kirara TakiRoadside Station Kirara Taki

Tottori Nijisseiki Pear Museum NashikkokanTottori Nijisseiki Pear Museum Nashikkokan

Kawahara Castle Oshiroyama Observation DeckKawahara Castle Oshiroyama Observation Deck

Tottori City Saji Astro ParkTottori City Saji Astro Park

Wakasa Hyonosen Camping GroundWakasa Hyonosen Camping Ground

Nichihara ObservatoryNichihara ObservatoryOmote Hikimi GorgeOmote Hikimi Gorge

Forest Park Craft Museum of fragrant woodForest Park Craft Museum of fragrant wood

Komosawa Park Auto Camping GroundKomosawa Park Auto Camping Ground

Mt. SanbeMt. Sanbe

Kotobiki Forest Park Ski AreaKotobiki Forest Park Ski Area

Unoike Camping GroundUnoike Camping Ground

Qkamura Oku DaisenQkamura Oku Daisen

Hojo Auto Camping GroundHojo Auto Camping Ground

Morinokuni Forest KingdomMorinokuni Forest Kingdom

Mizuho YouthResort VillageMizuho YouthResort Village

Airando Park Camping GroundAirando Park Camping Ground

Kuniga CoastKuniga Coast

Sekiheki Red CliffSekiheki Red Cliff

Hagi City, Yamada regionHagi City, Yamada region

Daiko-ji TempleDaiko-ji Temple

Tsuwano Genji Firefly HabitatTsuwano Genji Firefly Habitat

Masuda City Office Regional Promotion CenterMasuda City Office Regional Promotion Center

Kakure-no-Sato YukariKakure-no-Sato Yukari

Former Ichigi Elementary SchoolFormer Ichigi Elementary School

Hotaru-no-Yakata Firefly MuseumHotaru-no-Yakata Firefly Museum

Kubogawa Shizen Kaiki-e-no-MoriFirefly Habitat

Kubogawa Shizen Kaiki-e-no-MoriFirefly Habitat

Nijo RiverNijo River

Izumo Hinomisaki LighthouseIzumo Hinomisaki Lighthouse

Experience the moment of a lifetime

The year 2018 marks 1300 years of history of Tottori

Prefecture’ s famous peak Mt. Daisen. The mountain is loved not

only by locals, but by people across the large San’ in region and

neighboring prefectures.

Mt. Daisen has a history of faith, centered on Daisen-ji Temple,

and a wealth of natural scenery. It is designated as part of the Daisen-Oki National

Park. Activities such as skiing, snowboarding, climbing and camping are also

popular, and the region’ s delicious water and food attract many visitors.

Many events will be held during the Mt. Daisen 1300 Years of History Festival

which takes place in 2018. Be sure to come and experience this precious moment!

When stargazing, you shouldn’ t be worried about the time.Saj i Astro Park is a publ ic observatory where you can stay overnight and stargaze, without thinking about the time. It has extravagant facilities, boasting one of Japan’ s best reflecting telescopes, which is 103cm, and a planetarium. It also has four cottages where you can stay overnight and become one with the starry sky. From 2017, Tottori Prefecture is running a campaign called Catch the Star. Check the website for details!

The several tens of minutes just after the sun

has set has recently become to be known as

the “magic hour” , or golden hour, in Japan.

The sunset over Yumigahama Beach from the

new café KOMOREBITO, located at the foot of Mt. Daisen in the center of the Daisen-Oki

National Park, is truly a magical moment. With mountains and the sea close by, Mt. Daisen has

unique scenery which leaves a lasting impression unlike any other.

In the faith of the Mt. Daisen region, which has been passed down from ancient times, it is

said that when one prays in the direction the sun sets in, one does not pray for happiness in

this life, but for paradise in the afterlife. Knowing this background makes the scenery all the

more impressive.

San’ in has a lot of rain, however, there is actually a connection between the sunset and

golden hour and the moisture in the air. The golden hour can often be experienced in spring

and autumn, so now is truly the best season.

If you hope to meet local people on your trip, this café may be a good place for you to share a

precious moment. Once in a lifetime experiences and encounters await.

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Spend a luxurious time stargazing at a cottage

From around 2016, visitors to the Fukumaki region of Nichinan-cho, Tottori Prefecture, began to increase th rough word o f mouth , and the town began a full-scale firefly viewing tourism project. With a f ree shutt le bus, ru les to observe when viewing f iref l ies and environmental conservation activities, the town has created the perfect conditions for viewing fireflies. The species of f iref ly in the Fukumaki region is himehotaru, the characteristic of which is its fast flickering of light. The twinkling of countless lights creates a magical world. It is a must-see.

Town initiative to protect fireflies

Enjoy the best Japanese beef at Kyoshotei, the creator of the Daisen Kuroushi brand which has the highest quality in Japan.

Daisen Kuroushi beef is evenly marbled, and displays a beautiful contrast between red and white. It begins to melt the moment you taste it and the flavor of umami spreads throughout your mouth. Daisen Kuroushi won the prize for the best quality Japanese beef at the 11th national wagyu beef competition held in 2017. The owner of Kyoshotei is a producer of Daisen Kuroushi. This best taste of Japan is not to be missed!

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A moment of beauty can also be seen in the night sky. As the San’ in region has many mountains, and less artificial light than urban areas, there are many spots with excellent views of the

stars. As the water is clear and the environment clean, there are also many places where you can see a large number of fireflies. Enjoy San’ in at night without worrying about the time!

1071-1 Takayama, Saji-cho, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture 689-1312

http://www.city.tottori.lg.jp/www/contents/1425466200201/

45-5 Daisen, Daisen-cho, Saihaku-gun, Tottori Prefecture 689-3318https://www.komorebito.com/

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Inside Yamagami Regional Promotion Center304 Kasagi, Nichinan-cho, Hino-gun, Tottori Prefecture 689-5543https://goo.gl/ny4Nia

Yamagami Machizukuri-no-KaiNichinan-cho Yamagami Regional Promotion Center

All yearround

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Big Mountain Burger

Daisen Kuroushi Kyoshotei

1-60-11 Kakuban-cho, Yonago City Opening hours: 5:00pm - 11:00pm (Last orders: 10:00pm)Closed: Sundays　http://www.kyoshotei.com/

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Catch the Star website

A nostalgic one hour cruise on Lake Shinji to enjoy the sunset. The boat leaves Matsue Port in time for the sunset and heads out to the lake. Once on the lake, the best points of the sunset are explained. The telling of the sad legend of the islet Yomegashima adds to the experience of viewing the sunset. On days when the lake is calm and the sunset is at its best, the boat stops on the water for a short while for you to enjoy the scenery.

Fatbikes with super-thick tires! Enjoy riding on sand or mountain roads! How about taking in the scenery o f To t to r i wh i le s i t t i ng as t r ide a fa tb ike? An instructor will guide you across Tottori Sand Dunes, through mountain roads and along the beach. You can enjoy the spectacular scenery to the fullest while feeling the refreshing wind all around you.

Leave the port in time for the sunset! Lake Shinji Sunset Cruise

Mountain Biking on Tottori Sand Dunes (Eastern Part of Tottori)

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Akane Iro is a traditional Japanese color which expresses the red hue of the sunset. The gradation of colors chang ing f r om red t o da rk b lue moves the hearts of the Japanese.

Nothing obstructs the panoramic view of the sea from the top of this mountain.Food and drinks made with local ingredients are exceptionally tasty.

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○ Mikoshi Parade　A parade of mikoshi, nobles and others from the Heian period brings to life the world of a picture scroll

○ The Treasures of the Foot of Mt. Daisen - Swords Related to Mt. Daisen - A display of the works of the master sword craftsman Hoki Yasutsuna

○ “Catch the Star” Daisen Festival Stargazing, starry sky concert, etc.

○ 3rd Mountain Day Memorial Event　 Ceremony, symposium, etc.