Yurihama

Yurihama is a town on the coast of western Tottori Prefecture, stretching along the Tottori coast of the Sea of Japan. It is a resort town known for its hot springs, beaches, and the Tottori Hanakairo Flower Park, one of Japan's largest flower gardens. The name Yurihama means "lily beach," reflecting the seasonal flowers that grow along the coast.

Yurihama is accessible by bus from Kurayoshi or Tottori stations. The nearest JR station is Kurayoshi on the San'in Main Line. By car, it is about 20 minutes from Tottori City.

A rental car is the best way to explore the coast. Local buses run between the onsen area, the flower park, and the coast.

• Tottori Hanakairo Flower Park — a vast botanical garden with seasonal flower displays, a greenhouse, and a Ferris wheel.

• Yurihama Beach — a stretch of sandy beach along the coast.

• Yurihama Onsen — a hot spring area with several ryokan and day-trip baths.

• Hawaii Onsen — a unique onsen complex with a tropical-themed indoor pool.

• Tottori Sand Dunes — the famous dunes are a short drive east.

• Flower viewing at Hanakairo — the park is beautiful in every season.

• Swimming — the beach is popular in summer.

• Onsen bathing — Yurihama has several bath houses.

• Birdwatching — the coast is a stopover for migratory birds.

Seafood from the Sea of Japan and Tottori wagyu beef.

Tottori sake and local craft beer.

Yurihama has several onsen ryokan, hotels, and a resort complex at Hanakairo.

Flower-themed souvenirs and local agricultural products.

• Tottori — the prefectural capital and sand dunes
• Kurayoshi — the old town of white-walled storehouses
• Misasa — the onsen town with Sanbutsu-ji
• Daisen — the sacred mountain