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【Private Tour】A Local Journey with the Wakasa Railway Support Team – A Private “Hop-On, Hop-Off” Railway Tour

Duration：6Hour(s)10Minute(s)

Number of people：4people ～ 8people

Yazu Town, Wakasa Town, Chizu Town Tours Wakasa Railway History&Culture Japan Heritage Kirinnomachi

This tour is themed around the Japan Heritage story “Kirin no Machi.”

The main theme of the story is the wind blowing in from the Sea of Japan.

The landscapes and hidden scenic spots shaped by the wind—through sand, waves, and snow—and the traditional Kirin Lion Dance, which has been passed down through harsh seasonal winds, all form the narrative of this heritage.

During the tour, you will have opportunities to experience cultural assets that make up the Japan Heritage.

// Tour Theme of Yazu & Wakasa Railway: “Gifts of Snow Nurtured by the Wind” //

The Wakasa Railway opened in the early Showa era as a forest railway serving the snowy region.

Many of the original station buildings from its opening days still remain today.

In recent years, it has become popular as a sightseeing railway, but above all, it continues to be a vital means of transportation for local residents, protected and supported by the local community.

One of its supporters, the Wakasa Railway Support Team, will guide you on this special hop-on, hop-off journey.

Highlights

Explore 23 Japan Heritage cultural assets along the Wakasa Railway.

Guided by Wakasa Railway Support Team for a truly local experience.

Enjoy a deep, immersive train journey using the 1-day free pass.

Admire the photogenic trains and stations designed by Eiji Mitooka.

Visit the Japan Heritage “Ota Family Residence.”

Overview

09:50 Meet at JR Koge Station “Platto Pia Yazu” and meet your guide (Wakasa Railway Support Team member)

10:05 Depart Koge Station on the nostalgic Wakasa Railway

10:07 Get off at Yazu-Koko-Mae Station and walk one station with your guide

• Visit a bakery popular with local high school students

• Visit the Inkyuzan climbing kiln

• Photograph the Daiichi-Hatto River Bridge

• Explore the retro Showa-era Inaba-Funaoka Station

12:08 Depart Inaba-Funaoka Station

12:11 Arrive at Hayabusa Station — free time

13:32 Depart Hayabusa Station and enjoy the scenic rural railway journey

13:48 Arrive at Tanpi Station and visit the Japan Heritage “Ota Family Residence”

15:35 Depart Tanpi Station

15:42 Arrive at Wakasa Station and tour the paid-access station area

16:00 Tour ends

※Itinerary is based on the timetable as of December 2025. Schedule may change due to timetable revisions.

JR Koge Sta. “Platto Pia Yazu”

648-6 Koge, Yazu Town, Yazu District, Tottori Prefecture 680-0461

JR Koge Station “Platto Pia Yazu”

Payment Method

Please pay by credit card (Mastercard®, Visa, JCB, AMEX, Diners) at the time of booking.

Included

• Wakasa Railway 1-day free pass

• Wakasa Station entry fee (paid area)

• Ota Family Residence admission

• Guide fee (Japanese & English)

Not included

Transportation to the meeting point

Items not listed as included

Lunch (use the free time for self-arranged lunch)

Additional remarks

1. As this is a walking tour, please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

Seasonal precautions such as heatstroke or cold-weather protection are recommended.

2. This private tour accommodates four to eight participants. Please note that even if fewer than four people participate, the total fee will be charged for four participants.

【Reservation & Payment Process】

・After booking, we will check guide availability and contact you by email for confirmation and payment.

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JR Koge Sta. “Platto Pia Yazu”

648-6 Koge, Yazu Town, Yazu District, Tottori Prefecture 680-0461

JR Koge Station “Platto Pia Yazu”