Tottori Sand Dunes
鳥取砂丘 · 돗토리시
Contents
6 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:56
Welcome to the Tottori Sand Dunes, an extraordinary geological phenomenon that feels more like the Sahara than the lush islands of Japan. Spanning 14 kilometers in length and 2.4 kilometers in width, these are the largest sand…
Listen in the app2The Main Dune Area — Climbing the 'Uma-no-se'1:23
We stand at the base of 'Uma-no-se,' or the 'Horse’s Back,' the highest and most iconic peak in the Tottori Sand Dunes. Reaching the top is a physical challenge that rewards you with an analytical panoramic view. …
Listen in the app3Dune Activities — Camels and Paragliders1:15
The Tottori Sand Dunes offer a range of activities that enhance the 'desert' experience, most notably the camel rides. Seeing these animals against the backdrop of the massive dunes creates an atmosphere that feels entirely…
Listen in the app4The Sand Museum — Sculpting the World1:17
A short walk from the dunes brings us to the Sand Museum, the world’s first indoor museum dedicated to sand sculpture. Every year, elite sand artists from across the globe gather here to create massive, intricate sculptures based…
Listen in the app5Uradome Coast — The Marine Blue1:12
Just a short distance from the main dunes is the Uradome Coast, another vital component of the San'in Kaigan UNESCO Global Geopark. This coastal area is famous for its 'Iwami Blue' water, which is remarkably clear and…
Listen in the app6Closing1:28
Our scholarly journey through the Tottori Sand Dunes concludes, leaving us with a profound appreciation for one of Japan’s most unusual and dynamic landscapes. We have analyzed the geological forces that shaped these hills over…
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What is Tottori Sand Dunes?
Tottori Sand Dunes is a place in 돗토리시 with 6 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 돗토리시 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 6 |
| Total length | 8 min 31 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.5400, 134.2275 |
| Last updated |