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【Private Tour】Walking the San’in Kaigan Geopark Trail Connecting Japan Heritage Fishing Villages

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Tajiri Fishing Port A designated cultural property of the Japan Heritage, this charming fishing village features narrow, winding slopes and alleys. It has gained popularity as the setting for a famous anime, attracting visitors from across Japan.

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.

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This tour follows the theme “A trail along the coast and fishing towns. Walk along the scenic Uradome Coast, part of the San’in Kaigan Geopark, which is also recognized as a UNESCO Global Geopark.

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※The San’in Kaigan Geopark stretches 120 km east to west from Kyogamisaki in Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture, to Aoya Coast in Tottori City, and up to 30 km long from north to south. The San’in Kaigan Geotrail is a hiking course through this area, offering views of unique coastal formations such as sea caves, arches, and cliffs.

Highlights

Walk the Japan Heritage “Uradome Coast” with a certified geo guide!
Enjoy a 4 km scenic trail with an 80-meter elevation difference
Discover one of Japan’s clearest emerald green coastlines
The private tour allows you to walk at your own pace

Overview

08:30 Meet at JR Iwami Station

※If you are arriving by train at 8:31 or 8:37, please inform us in advance

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08:40 Depart from Iwami Station by town bus

※Bus fare (100 yen/person) is not included. Please pay in cash on the day.

<<Iwami Town Bus Tajiri–Kugami Line>>

https://www.iwami.gr.jp/secure/4190/R7.3.15_tajiri-kugami.pdf  

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08:52 Arrive at Tajiri and start trekking

※Route: Tajiri (fishing village) → Shirawara Coast → Kamogaiso & Shuendo Sea Cave →

Tsubakidani Columnar Joints → Mizushiri Sea Cave & Valley → Ajiro Lighthouse

→ Oshiroi Cliffs & Ajiro Observation Deck → Sengan Matsushima → Ajiro (fishing village)

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12:00 Arrive at Uradome Coast Sightseeing Boat Terminal, tour ends

※After the tour, enjoy a sightseeing boat ride or lunch at your leisure.

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■Reference: Bus to Tottori Station (as of Dec 2024)

• 11:58 Depart from Uradome Sightseeing Boat Terminal Bus Stop

• 12:37 Arrive at Tottori Station Bus Terminal

※Bus fare (620 yen/person) is not included. Please pay in cash on the day.

<<Nihon Kotsu Bus Iwai Line>>

https://www.nihonkotsu.jp/bus_local/tottori/index.html

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Provider & Operator Information

Kirinnomachi Tourism Bureau
Travel Agency Registration Tottori NO.2-80
Toei Building 3rd Floor
Ougi-machi,Tottori City,Tottori, JAPAN 680-0846
+81 857-50-1785
visitkirintown@tottori-inaba.jp
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