Tottori Flower Park
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Port
Sakaiminato, Japan
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$179.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
This half-day excursion incorporates must-see Sakaiminato sights and top attractions that lie further afield.
Depart from the pier and travel south to Yonago -- a city with a long history of commerce. It served as a castle town during the Edo period.
Continue to the Tottori Hanakairo Flower Park, located in a lovely spot within view of towering Mt Daisen. An eye-catching dome ensures the ideal habitat for warm-weather and tropical plants. The park boasts a small forest with very tall trees. See elegant lilies all year round, some European-themed gardens, and a miniature train.
Don't miss sampling the luscious ice cream (at your own expense) sold here -- it's made with locally-grown blueberries and pears.
Kotobuki (Candy) Castle is a candy factory and shop that is a replica of the ancient Yonago Castle, which now lies in ruins. The five-story Kotobuki Castle, which you will visit, brings to life the days of samurai. Note the beautiful tile gable-and-hip roof style of the castle tower. An observation deck offers a 360-degree view of Honshu with Mt Daisen on the horizon. Try some candy samples and purchase your favorite (at your own expense).
The city of Sakaiminato is known for its outstanding Sea of Japan fishing industry. Your panoramic drive back to the pier may provide a glimpse of the city's landmarks, such as the Yumeminato Tower, Mt Daisen, and perhaps even a few of the city's trademark yokai -- statues re-creating the manga characters of Shigeru Mizuki's comic books. About 100 bronze yokai statues line the main street. Fans of Mizuki's animated cartoons will find this quite fascinating.
Notes:
Wear comfortable walking shoes. Tour order may vary.