On Oct 4, 2024, my wife brought me here. On the face of the old warehouses, they didn’t look interesting to me. My theory has been that anything interesting should be communicative by itself, without the need for researching why it is interesting.

There's not much to see. There aren't many restaurants. It's a historically significant place.

Historical place for short visit. 1 to 2 hours is sufficient since not much shops or restaurants opened during our visit on Sunday.

Nice small quiet traditional Japanese village. You can see many small shops and most of all there is a great bakery place. A bread looking like a shape of fish with a filling of red bean paste. It costs ¥100 for a piece. You have to try it. Speaking of it now I can remember how crispy the bun was and the filling was so sweet and creamy.

We did a one hour tour at Kurayoshi "Shirakabe" White Warehouses in Tottori on our 30th anniversary trip, and it was fascinating! The warehouses were from various eras from Edo to Meiji, with glass that was warped due to the manufacturing methods of the day. The guide showed us all the various differences from era to era, which was really cool. The red "Sesshu" tiles looked lovely against the white walls, and black burnt cedar wood skirtings, and it was great to learn about the architectural style of these protected buildings. One oddity was that several shops had life sized "sexy anime mascot girl" cutouts in their store fronts. Maybe "otaku" types would like it, but, these were jarring and added nothing to the history or attraction of the place. Our regret here was that we wished the tour let us have time to browse a bit as there was a craft beer brewery shop, a cool looking café, gallery, local goods, and others which were beckoning. Also it was raining. They say “in Tottori, even if you forget your bento, don’t forget an umbrella” because the wet is so unpredictable.

Located near central Kurayoshi is this historic area where every house, store shop or warehouse takes you back to the Edo era. Lots of great craft shops, small coffee shops, Japanese sweet shops, places to experience old crafts with workshops, and the chance to do Japanese archery. Lots of free parking. Buses from the station are also easy to catch.

Suitable outing for a leisurely afternoon - immerse yourself in the history of old Japan n enjoy a cup of coffee. Just pop in the tourists information centre right next to the train station n get bus information and local map to this spot.

This is the place for pear lovers to learn everything about pears, from farm to table. Foreigners show passports and receive 50% off on the entrance fee. In the pear kitchen present entrance receipt and sample 3 kinds of pears. My favorite is OUSYU. The center of the museum is a giant pear tree, the showcase of the Tottori pear industry. Under careful cultivation, it’s more than 100 years old and said to produce thousands pears a year. What a marvel of agricultural technology! JR and local bus service are not fully synced. We arrived kurayoshi station and realized no bus available within an hour. We took a taxi instead. The fare was 1550 yen. Just an FYI.

I did not expect the Pear museum to be this fantastic. The displays may seem old school, yet the content is really good. It explains how the 20th century Pear is invented. From improving the soil, how to grow, how to harvest and automatically scanned the sweetness of pearls to packaging, it demonstrates the jointed effort of Tottori prefecture farmers. I especially liked a display, showing the whole process of growing pears. When you pressed the button, it showed you pictures of production, a little camera will run around the model, showing different sections. You can also have a taste of different pears, and finally I ended up buying some souvenir home.

Let it be known, the pears here are huge. This is a museum dedicated to the pear farmers and their craft of achieving such quality of fruit. The museum showed the route of the pear seeds from China to all parts of the world. There is a display of the different types of pears across the continents and the pear season of Japan. If you are in the neighborhood, this is a good site to visit.

Good for family, either having kids or elderly Normal fare for individual Adults is ¥400/ppl however there is a special fare for foreigners just ¥150/ppl only. Everyone can have a complimentary cup of pear in 3 different kinds for your tasting 👍🏼👍🏼

One of my favorite memories from my road trip from Tottori to Sakaiminato. The pear museum is AMAZING! We had to rush so just spent around 1 hour... But I wish I could have stayed longer. They had so many fun and interesting rooms to explore.

For tourists, you only pay 150 yen, as of October 29th 2025. regular price is 300 yen. you get to taste three different kind of pears. is a well designed museum. interesting.

I enjoyed the museum so much and all the cute machines. I also enjoyed trying the 3 different types of pears. They were delicious. The blended up buying many souvenirs and tried a pear flavoured ice cream.

(Translated by Google) I stopped by on my way back from Tottori. At first, I just wanted to look at souvenirs, but I saw [wasabi bowl] in the food area, and since it was lunchtime, I decided to have lunch. I had wasabi rice bowl, my wife had medicinal lunch, and the kids had beef bone ramen and nabeyaki udon. Can it be harvested in this area? You can also add wasabi yourself. This is served with soy sauce, but raw wasabi has a strong scent that hits the nose. However, it is more delicious than I imagined. I finished eating even though I was thirsty. Recommended for wasabi lovers. I sampled the medicinal lunch, and it was also delicious. It is better not to underestimate it as a roadside station restaurant. I made the right choice to eat here. The farm-fresh corner is also well-stocked, and there are a variety of souvenirs available. (Original) 鳥取の帰りに立ち寄りました。 最初はお土産物を見ようとだけ思ってましたが、フードスペースで【わさび丼】が目に入り、お昼時だったこともあり、昼食をとることに。 私はわさび丼、妻は薬膳ランチ、子どもたちは牛骨ラーメン、鍋焼きうどんなどにしました。 この地域で採れる？わさびは自分で追加で下ろすこともできます。 これに醤油をかけていただくのですが、生のわさびは鼻にくる香りが強烈ですね。 しかし、想像以上に美味しいです。 咽せながらも完食。 わさび好きな方にはオススメです。 薬膳ランチ、味見させてもらいましたが、これも美味しい。 道の駅の食堂と侮らないほうが良いです。 ここで食事することを選んで正解でした。 産直コーナーも充実してますし、お土産物も色々ありますよ。

(Translated by Google) 25/5/30 36 It was a roadside station on Route 313. The parking lot was divided into zones. The toilets were very clean. There were trash cans too. It was like a small rest area. (Original) 25/5/30 36 313号線に有る道の駅でした。 駐車場はゾーン分けされていました。トイレはとても綺麗でした。 ゴミ箱も有りました。小さなPAの様なところでした。

(Translated by Google) The weather was nice, so I was able to enjoy the clear blue sky and greenery. This place was right after entering Tottori prefecture. The products were unique, and I bought some that would be suitable for a local supermarket. I learned that wasabi is a specialty of this area. I thought it wasn't just Shizuoka. They were selling real wasabi. I felt safe buying wasabi in a tube here, but since the manufacturer was from Nagano, I realized that I should have bought local wasabi. It would make sense if the local wasabi was processed in Nagano. The dog run was well maintained. The toilet is clean. The waste disposal machine was working properly. There was a rainbow flag toilet. I thought it was well prepared with a lot of thought. By the way, the pronunciation was "Inubasari". (Original) 天気が良かったので抜けるような青空と緑を楽しむことができた。ここは鳥取県に入ってすぐのところだった。商品は独自性があり、近所のスーパーとしても成立しそうな商品共々買い込んだ。この地域は山葵が特産品であることを知った。静岡だけじゃあ無いんだと思った。本物のワサビを売っていた。ここで安心してチューブ入りワサビを買ったら製造者が長野だったので地元ワサビを買うべきだったと反省。地元ワサビを長野で処理しているのだったら納得。ドッグランがいい感じに整備されていた。トイレがきれい。汚物処理機がしっかり作動していた。レインボーフラグトイレがあった。色々考えて完備しているなあと思った。ちなみに読み方は「いぬばさり」だった。

(Translated by Google) A roadside station located on the border between Tottori and Okayama prefectures. This is a unique roadside station in Japan that is jointly operated by Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture and Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture. There are plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits grown directly from producers in Tottori and Okayama, as well as souvenirs from the San'in area, so you can choose your favorite items from a wide variety of items. The facility also has a rest corner with a restaurant, pamphlets, and computers. I had a wasabi bowl at a restaurant, but I had no idea that wasabi could be this delicious. (Original) 鳥取県と岡山県の県境にある道の駅。鳥取県倉吉市と岡山県真庭市が共同で運営する全国でも珍しい道の駅です。鳥取と岡山の大地で育った生産者直の新鮮野菜や果物、山陰のお土産がずらりと置いてあって、たくさんの品目の中からお好みの品物を選ぶことができます。また、施設内にはレストラン、パンフレット、パソコンなどが設置された休憩コーナーも完備しています。レストランで、わさび丼をいただきましたが、わさびがこんなに美味しいとは思いませんでした。

(Translated by Google) Stopped by at the stamp rally. August 2024. I found out that it is pronounced "Inubasari." When the parking lot in front of the store is full, you will have to park a little further away, which will keep your pedometer up and keep you healthy. A fine deer antler ornament costs 30,000 yen. (Original) スタンプラリーで立ち寄る。2024年8月。 「いぬばさり」と読むことが分かった。 駐車場は、店舗前がいっぱいになると、少し遠くのエリアに停めることとなり、万歩計が進んで健康的です。 立派な鹿の角の置物が30000円。

(Translated by Google) Reprinted from LinePlace (posted on 2021.03.28) You can eat a bowl of rare Sekigane wasabi. We also had soft serve ice cream to take home. It's a roadside station, so why not use it while traveling? This time I only had the soft serve ice cream to take home, so I will give it a rating of 3.5 (above average). Wasabi soft serve ice cream 400 yen: 4.0 A soft serve ice cream topped with freshly ground wasabi. After ordering, the wasabi will be rubbed and served to you. When you eat soft-serve ice cream, which is delicious on its own and garnished with freshly ground wasabi, you can experience a mysterious sensation as the sharp spiciness of wasabi mixes with the sweetness of soft-serve ice cream. And it becomes a habit again! ️ Once you get used to it, you can feel not only the spiciness of freshly ground wasabi, but also the flavor and sweetness of the wasabi. However...be careful about the amount you eat with wasabi...it could be a big deal😁 (Original) LinePlaceより転載（2021.03.28投稿） 珍しい関金山葵のどんぶりが食べられます。 持ち帰りでソフトクリームも。 道の駅ですので、旅行がてらにどうでしょう？ 今回は持ち帰りのソフトクリームのみのため、評価は3.5(普通の上)にさせていただきます。 山葵ソフトクリーム400円：4.0 擦りたての山葵ののったソフトクリームです。 注文後に山葵を擦って提供してくれます。 単体でも美味しいソフトクリームに擦りたての山葵を添えて食べるとつーんとした山葵特有の辛味とソフトクリームの甘味が混じりあって不思議な感覚を味わえます。 そして、それがまた癖になる‼️ 慣れてくると擦りたての、ただ辛いだけでなく風味や山葵の甘さも感じられます。 ただ..山葵と一緒に食べる量にはご注意を...大変なことになりますので😁

(Translated by Google) About the old Inugabi Pass A prefectural border pass that runs from Yamaguchi Village through the eastern foot of Shimohiruzen to Kaminagata, Yatsuka Village, Okayama Prefecture. During the Edo period, it was a mountain pass on the border between Hoki and Mimasaka on the way to and from Bitchu, and was the lowest of the mountain passes on both borders, and was often used as a trunk line for connecting Yin and Yang. Also written as Inusa. In the Tenbun era (15320-1555), Kyoto's Shokoku-ji chief priest Myoan Koretaka writes in his ``Tamajin'' that the stone rock was sent to the Shunnaga clan of Hoki Province and ``entered the valley of Yafuri-no-tani to Sakushu,'' so it is known that this pass was used for commuting to and from Mimasaka since ancient times. When Yakumo Koizumi (Lafcadio Hearn) was transferred from Tokyo to Matsue, it is said that he got off at Himeji, which was the terminus of the then privately run Sanyo Railway (later the Japanese National Railways Sanyo Main Line → JR West Japan), transferred to a rickshaw, and passed through this mountain pass. The Inugabi Pass Road opened on October 29, 1997, and was no longer designated as a national highway on April 1, 1999. This roadside station is included in Romantic Road 313. Is there a roadside station in a place like this? ! It suddenly appeared! I stopped by because I wanted to take a restroom break. The store was clean and the staff had good customer service, but I felt like the product lineup was small. I haven't used the restaurant, but I would like to stop by again if I have a chance. It's unnecessary, but since winter is coming, I wonder if security in the evening will be okay? That's what I thought too. (Original) 旧犬挟峠について 山口村から下蒜山東麓を通り、岡山県八束村上長田に抜ける県境の峠。江戸時代は備中往来の伯耆・美作国境の峠で、両国境の峠のうちでは最も標高が低く、陰陽連絡の幹線として多く利用された。犬狭とも記す。天文年間（15320〜55）京都相国寺住持の惟高妙安は「玉塵」のなかで、師瀑岩が伯耆国衆長氏に送られ「矢送ト云所ノ谷ヲスキテヤカテ作州エ入」ったと記していることから、古くから美作との往来に当峠が使用されていたことが知られる。 小泉八雲(ラフカディオ・ハーン)は、東京から松江に赴任する際、当時民営の山陽鉄道(後の国鉄山陽本線→JR西日本)の終点であった姫路で下車し、人力車に乗り換え、この峠を通ったとされる。1997年（平成9年）10月29日に犬挟峠道路が開通、1999年（平成11年）4月1日付けで国道の指定から外れた。 この道の駅はロマンチック街道313に内包されています。 こんな所に道の駅？！って感じで突然出現！丁度トイレ休憩もしたかったので立ち寄りました。店内は清潔感にあふれ、スタッフの接客対応も良かったのですが商品群が少なく感じました。レストランは利用してませんが機会があればまた立ち寄ってみたいと思います。余計な事ですがこれから冬ですので夕方辺りのセキュリティがとか大丈夫かな？とも思ったりしました。

(Translated by Google) I found this temple when I was walking around the town and was about to turn back. You can take a break while reading the instructions in the magnificent main hall and well-maintained beautiful grounds. (Original) 町並みを散策しそろそろ引き返そうとしたときに見つけた寺院です。立派な本堂と手入れの行き届いた綺麗な境内で説明書きを読みながら一休みできます。

(Translated by Google) Apparently, Satomi Awa no Kami Tadayoshi, the inspiration for the story of Nansō Satomi Hakkenden, and eight of his retainers are buried here. The goshuin stamps are available in the building to the right of the main hall, so I paid a fee and received one that had been prepared. (Original) 南総里見八犬伝のモデルとなった里見安房守忠義と8人の家臣が葬られているとのこと。 御朱印は本堂の右手の建物の中にあるのでお金を支払い作り置きのものをいただきました。

(Translated by Google) This is a Soto sect temple founded in 1605. The last lord of Tateyama Castle in Chiba Prefecture, Satomi Abo no kami Tadayoshi, who was the model for Nanso Satomi Hakkenden, and eight of his vassals are buried here. Tadayoshi, the tenth lord of Tateyama Castle in Chiba Prefecture, was transferred to this area in 1614. When he passed away at the age of 29 in the 8th year of Genwa, eight of his close retainers also died. The eight sages who died had the character ``ken'' added to their Buddhist names, so they were called the ``Eight Wise Men.'' It is said that he later became the model for Takizawa Bakin's ``Nanso Satomi Hakkenden''. I think Ken → dog. Takizawa Bakin's grave is located at Jinkoji Temple, 4-9-5 Kohinata, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo. There is also a mausoleum for Rin, the mother of Oe Iwashiro (born 1744-1813 in Kurayoshi), the birth mother of the 119th Emperor Kokaku. Please join us and visit us. (Original) 1605年に創建された曹洞宗の寺院です。南総里見八犬伝のモデルとなった千葉県館山城最後の城主、里見安房守忠義と8人の家臣が葬られてます。 千葉県館山十代城主、忠義が1614年にこの地に転封されました。元和８年29歳で逝去されたとき、近臣8名が殉死しました。殉死した８名の法名には「賢」の字を付けたため「八賢士」と呼ばれました。後に、滝沢馬琴「南総里見八犬伝」のモデルになったのではと言われています。賢→犬としたのではないでしょうか。なお、滝沢馬琴のお墓は東京都文京区小日向４丁目９−５ 深光寺にあります。 また第119代光格天皇の生母・大江磐代（おおえ・いわしろ、1744年 - 1813年倉吉出身）の母「りん」の霊廟があります。合わせてお参りしてください。

(Translated by Google) It appears on YouTube as "Mitorippu Tottori Sand Dunes Sunset". The video is easier to understand. This is the place where Satomi Tadayoshi, the model for Nanso Satomi Hakkenden, died, and there are the graves of Satomi and eight of his close aides. Eight dogs are placed on the grounds to watch over the grave. (Original) YouTubeで「みとりっぷ　鳥取砂丘　夕陽」で出てきます。動画の方が分かりやすいです。 南総里見八犬伝のモデルである里見忠義が没した地であり、里見と8人の側近の墓があります。 そのお墓を見守るように8匹の犬が境内に配置されています。

(Translated by Google) [201801] There is a grave of Satomi Tadayoshi and eight vassals (the Eight Sages) who died in this area in the early Edo period. This is the model for the ``Hakkenshi'' in the famous Kyokutei Bakin's book ``Nanso Satomi Hakkenden''. (Original) 【201801】江戸時代初期にこの地で没した里見忠義と8人の家臣（八賢士）の墓があります。かの有名な曲亭馬琴の読本『南総里見八犬伝』の「八犬士」のモデルですね。

(Translated by Google) A Soto sect temple in Kurayoshi. There are graves of the Satomi family and eight loyal retainers. (Original) 倉吉の曹洞宗のお寺。里見家と8人の忠臣の墓がある。

(Translated by Google) There were graves of samurai who were the models for Satomi Hakkenden. It is a very old and historic temple. (Original) 里美八剣伝のモデルになった武士達のお墓がありました。 とても古く由緒のあるお寺です

(Translated by Google) I rented a bicycle. Thank you! There are two of us, but only one of us is in charge of this. It's a shame that the government office is divided into different departments. It would be better if they divided the work. (Original) レンタサイクルを借りました。 ありがたい！2人いるんですが、こちらの担当は1人だけで、役所の縦割りが残念。手分けすればいいのにー

(Translated by Google) There were only four bicycles available for rent, and when I visited around 11 o'clock on a holiday, they were all rented out and could not be used. disappointing. (Original) レンタサイクルの自転車は4台しかなく休日11時頃訪問で全て貸出中で利用できませんでした。残念。

(Translated by Google) Every time, there is a limit to how unkind you are. There's not even a "hello". A den of people who can't even look people in the eye and talk to them. A place that makes me feel uncomfortable every time I go. (Original) 毎度毎度、無愛想にもほどがある。 「こんにちは」すらない。人と目を見て話すことすらできない連中の巣窟。行くたびに不愉快になる場所。

(Translated by Google) They will give you sightseeing information such as Shirakabe Dozo Group and Misasa Onsen. (Original) 白壁土蔵群、三朝温泉などの観光案内してくれる

(Translated by Google) We sometimes hold events (Original) 時々催し物を行なっています

On Oct 4, 2024, my wife brought me here. On the face of the old warehouses, they didn’t look interesting to me. My theory has been that anything interesting should be communicative by itself, without the need for researching why it is interesting.

There's not much to see. There aren't many restaurants. It's a historically significant place.

Historical place for short visit. 1 to 2 hours is sufficient since not much shops or restaurants opened during our visit on Sunday.

Nice small quiet traditional Japanese village. You can see many small shops and most of all there is a great bakery place. A bread looking like a shape of fish with a filling of red bean paste. It costs ¥100 for a piece. You have to try it. Speaking of it now I can remember how crispy the bun was and the filling was so sweet and creamy.

We did a one hour tour at Kurayoshi "Shirakabe" White Warehouses in Tottori on our 30th anniversary trip, and it was fascinating! The warehouses were from various eras from Edo to Meiji, with glass that was warped due to the manufacturing methods of the day. The guide showed us all the various differences from era to era, which was really cool. The red "Sesshu" tiles looked lovely against the white walls, and black burnt cedar wood skirtings, and it was great to learn about the architectural style of these protected buildings. One oddity was that several shops had life sized "sexy anime mascot girl" cutouts in their store fronts. Maybe "otaku" types would like it, but, these were jarring and added nothing to the history or attraction of the place. Our regret here was that we wished the tour let us have time to browse a bit as there was a craft beer brewery shop, a cool looking café, gallery, local goods, and others which were beckoning. Also it was raining. They say “in Tottori, even if you forget your bento, don’t forget an umbrella” because the wet is so unpredictable.

Located near central Kurayoshi is this historic area where every house, store shop or warehouse takes you back to the Edo era. Lots of great craft shops, small coffee shops, Japanese sweet shops, places to experience old crafts with workshops, and the chance to do Japanese archery. Lots of free parking. Buses from the station are also easy to catch.

Suitable outing for a leisurely afternoon - immerse yourself in the history of old Japan n enjoy a cup of coffee. Just pop in the tourists information centre right next to the train station n get bus information and local map to this spot.

(Translated by Google) I visited during the long holidays, but I didn't see anyone climbing. There are few places with open views, making it an easy mountain to walk on. (Original) 大型連休に訪れましたが、登っている方はどなたもいらっしゃいませんでした。 景色が開けている場所はほとんどなく、歩きやすい山です。

(Translated by Google) At the Utsubuki Castle ruins (Kurayoshi Castle ruins), you can see the ruins of several curved wheels on the mountain, but the road to the castle is a walking course, so it has been significantly altered. It is unclear how much remains of the structure, and the markers indicating the ruins are old and the writing is beginning to fade. There seem to be various entrances to the climb, and you may end up at the top without noticing the curved tracks. *The photo disappeared, so I reposted it (Date of arrival: May 2017) (Original) 打吹城跡（倉吉城跡）で山上にはいくつかの曲輪跡などを見ることが出来る、しかし登城道は散策コースになっているため改変が著しい。 何処までが遺構なのかがわからず、曲輪跡を示す指標も古いため文字が消えかかっている。登り口もいろいろあるようで曲輪跡に気が付かず頂上の場合もある。 ※写真が消えてしまっていたので再投稿（登城日：2017年5月）

(Translated by Google) The origin of the name ``Utsubukiyama'' is wonderful, along with the legend of a celestial maiden. A celestial maiden lands at the foot of a mountain, and a farmer hides her clothes, and she has two children with this farmer. In order to return to heaven, the celestial maiden desperately needed the hidden robe, so she asked her son where it was hidden, found it, and flew away from the top of Mt. Utsubuki. The two remaining children hit the gong and played the flute at the top of Mt. Utsubuki, missing their mother, so they named the mountain Mt. Utsubuki. The printmaker Tomisaburo Hasegawa (no younger brother) left this legend (the origin of the name Utsubukiyama) in his work ``Fuefuki Doji.'' The stone monument stands quietly at the foot of Hagoromo Pond at the entrance of Utsubuki Park. Every time I look at this stone monument, I am reminded of what Mr. Hasegawa looked like on that day. 20200415 In the early afternoon, an elderly man wearing a hat and hiking clothes came down from Mt. Utsubuki. It's obvious that the neighbors have a daily routine. ``Utsubukiyama'' is shaped like a bowl and is a symbol that can be seen from anywhere in Kurayoshi City. It is a mountain that is close and loved by the citizens. (Original) 「打吹山」は天女の伝説と共に命名の由来が素敵です。 山の麓に降り立った天女が身から外した衣を農夫に隠されてしまい、この農夫との間に2人の子供を授かります。 天女は天に戻るためにどうしても隠された衣が必要で我子に隠し場所を聞いて衣を見つけ出し「打吹山」山頂から飛天して去りました。 残された2人の子供は「打吹山」山頂で母天女を恋しがり鉦を打ち、笛を吹いたことから、この山を「打吹山」と命名しました。 版画家長谷川富三郎(無弟)さんはこの伝説(打吹山 命名の由来)を「笛吹童子」作品に残されています。 その石碑が打吹公園入口の(羽衣池)の袂に静かに佇んでいます。 この石碑を眺める度に、ありし日の長谷川さんの姿を思い出します。 20200415 昼下がり「打吹山」からハイキング姿で帽子を被った年配の男性が降りてこられました。いかにも近所の方で日課にしているご様子が全身からみなぎっています。 「打吹山」はお椀を被せたようにポコンとした形をしていて倉吉市街地どこからでも眺められるシンボルマークで 、市民の方々と共にあり身近に愛されている山です。

(Translated by Google) There is an entrance at the back of Utsubuki Park, and it takes about 30 minutes to climb to the top. However, the view is difficult to see because it is blocked by trees. (Original) 打吹公園の奥に入り口があり、約30分ほどで頂上まで登ることができる。ただ木々に遮られているため、景色が見えにくい。

(Translated by Google) This is a Jodo sect temple located in the Shirakabe Dozo group in Kurayoshi. The Sanmon gate is also splendid, and Zeniarai Daibenten is right next to it. As I approached the Sanmon gate, I heard a voice that sounded like a memorial service. When I went inside, I heard it from behind me. When I looked closely, I could hear the voice coming from the speaker and from the tape. The main hall was a Western-style building, not the typical Japanese temple style. (Original) 倉吉の白壁土蔵群にある浄土宗の寺院です。山門も立派で､直ぐ隣に銭洗大弁天があります。山門に近づくと法要らしいの声が聞こえてきました。中に入ると後ろから聞こえました。よく見るとスピーカーから聞こえテープの声でした。本堂はよく見る日本のお寺風ではなく､洋風な建物でした。

(Translated by Google) The yellow Indian-style main hall attracts attention even from a distance. The precincts are well-cleaned. The Sanmon gate is also large and has a very impressive appearance. This is an impressive and beautiful temple in Kurayoshi. (Original) 遠くからも目を引く、黄色いインド風のご本堂。掃除が行き届いた境内。山門も大きく、とても立派な佇まい。倉吉の印象的な美しいお寺です。

(Translated by Google) I visited after looking at the tourist information. Even after a year since the outbreak of Corona 5, people were not allowed to enter beyond the gate. (Original) 観光情報を見て訪れました。コロナ５類から１年経っても門から先は入れませんでした。

(Translated by Google) This is a Jodo sect temple located near the Shirakabe Dozo Group. There are graves of Yoshisuke Wakiya, younger brother of Yoshisada Nitta, and Yodoya, a wealthy merchant. There was a retro phone, and it looked like you could still make calls from a landline. There were lanterns on the approach to the shrine, and it looked like it would look good in a photo if you walked around wearing Kurayoshi Kasuri. (Original) 白壁土蔵群の近くにある浄土宗のお寺です。 新田義貞の弟脇屋義助や大豪商淀屋のお墓があります。レトロな電話が置いてあり、固定電話ならまだかけられそうでした。 参道に灯籠があり倉吉絣を着て歩くと写真映えが良さそうでした。

(Translated by Google) As of mid-November 2022, Unfortunately, I was unable to visit the shrine as there was a sign in front of the temple gate that prohibited entry to the temple grounds. I will give up on getting the goshuin and bow at the gate for another time. (Original) 2022、11月中旬現在、 山門前に立て看板があり、境内への立ち入りを禁止とのことで、お参りできず残念。 またの機会に御朱印は諦め、門前で一礼。

(Translated by Google) •Dairenji (Dairenji) This is a rare and unique temple built in the Indian style between 1573 and 1592. The main temple was rebuilt in a modern style in 1955, and is said to be the goddess of water and art in Indian mythology. It is said to be a place where the 'God Benzaiten' is worshiped. It is said to be famous for housing the grave of 'Yodoya Seibe', a great merchant from Osaka during the Edo period. While walking down the street, I suddenly felt like I had entered another world. It's very different, but strangely blends in with the street. (Original) •大蓮寺(Dairenji/다이렌지)이곳은 1573~1592년에 인도양식으로 지어진 흔하지 않은 독특한 절이라고 한다 본당은 1955년에 현대식으로 재건된 상태이고 인도 신화에 등장하는 물과 예술의 여신 이라고 하는 '벤자이텐 신'을 모시는 곳이라고 한다 에도시대 오사카 출신의 거상(巨商)이였던 '요도야 세이베' 라는 분의 묘가 안치되어 있는것으로 유명하다고 한다 길을 걷다가 갑자기 다른세계로 들어가버린 느낌이였다 많이다르지만 묘하게 또 거리와 어울려 있다

(Translated by Google) This is my usual walk! plum? Peach blossom? was in full bloom. I couldn't go inside the garden, but I could see it very clearly outside the fence. (Original) いつもの散歩道です！梅？桃の花？が満開でした。苑内は入れませんでしたが塀外でもとてもよく見えました。

(Translated by Google) A memorial museum that you can enter for free. There is also a steam locomotive, and there is a promenade along the track ruins, so you can enjoy the atmosphere. The building of the memorial hall also has a nice atmosphere, and I wonder if it was a reused station building or something? The memorial hall is not locked and the lights can be turned on and off by yourself. There are not many museums like this. There are many valuable materials and photo exhibits inside, and just looking at them somehow moves my heart. Even though I'm not particularly a train fan (although I might like it a little), it might be irresistible for train fans. Even now, as railway lines continue to be abandoned in various places, I think memorial museums and museums like this are valuable in order to preserve their history for future generations. (Original) 無料で入館できる記念館。SLもあり、線路跡の遊歩道も有りと雰囲気も楽しめる。記念館の建物も雰囲気がよく駅舎か何かを再利用されたものだろうか？ 記念館は施錠もされておらず照明も自分でON,OFFする感じ。こんな資料館はなかなかない。 中には貴重な資料や写真展示等も多く、見ているだけでなぜか心を揺さぶられる。 特に鉄道好きでもない自分でもそうだから（ちょっとは好きかも・・）、鉄道ファンにはたまらないかもしれない。 現在でもなお各地で廃線が続く中、その歴史を後世に残すためにも、こういう記念館、資料館は貴重だと思う。

(Translated by Google) Materials related to the abandoned Kurayoshi Line are on display here. Admission is free, and it is an unmanned facility. You enter through the entrance, turn on the lights yourself, and tour the facility. The museum is not particularly large, but the exhibits are overwhelming, including photos and equipment related to the former Kurayoshi store, as well as actual diesel railcars. Outside is an SL C 11, which is also in excellent condition. It seemed to be in one of the best conditions of preservation among the other outdoor exhibits. I think this is also due to the efforts of volunteers to maintain it. I hope it will remain forever. (Original) 廃線になった旧倉吉線の関連の資料が展示されています 入場は無料。なんと無人の施設です。 入口を入り、自分で照明をつけて見学する方法です。 規模はそれほど大きくないものの、旧倉吉店関連の写真や機材、さらに実物の気動車の展示等々、圧巻の展示内容でした。 屋外にはSL C 11が展示されておりますが、こちらの保存状態も素晴らしいものです。 他の屋外展示されたSL の中ではトップクラスの保存状態に感じました。 有志の方々のメンテナンスの成果もあると思います。 いつまでも残していただきたいです

(Translated by Google) This museum displays materials related to the former National Railways Kurayoshi Line, and admission is free! It is unmanned, and you can turn the light switch on and off by yourself when entering and exiting. There's no air conditioning, so it's a scorching hell in the summer... There was an actual switcher on display that was said to have been used at Utsubuki Station, and there were also materials about the Nansho Line, which was scheduled to extend further south from the terminal Yamamori Station to Chugoku Katsuyama Station on the Hime Shin Line. Enjoy your time. (Original) 旧国鉄倉吉線関連の資料が展示されている資料館で、入館料はなんと無料！ 無人形態で、入る時と出る時に照明スイッチを自分でON/OFF切り替えるスタイル。 エアコンなんてもんはないので夏場は灼熱地獄です… 打吹駅で使用されていたというスイッチャーの実車が展示されてたり、終点の山守駅から更に南下して姫新線の中国勝山駅まで延びる予定だった南勝線についての資料もあったりで、長時間楽しめます。

(Translated by Google) It's a free facility, and it's right in front of the free parking lot. You have to turn on the lights in the facility yourself to view it. There is no air conditioning, so it can be extremely hot in the summer. When you're done viewing, please turn off the lights and leave. (Original) 無料の施設で、無料の駐車場の目の前にあります。自分自身で施設内の電気を点けて観覧します。エアコンはないので、夏場は強烈に暑いです。観覧終了すれば、電気を消して出てください。

(Translated by Google) July 2, 2025 On my way home, I stopped by the site of Taikyuji Station on the former JNR Kurayoshi Line. There were photos and other exhibits showing what each station along the line looked like, and I was able to reminisce about what it was like back then. Unfortunately, the windows were closed and there was no air conditioning, so it was too hot to relax! (Original) 2025.7.2　旧国鉄倉吉線泰久寺駅跡の帰路立ち寄りました。沿線各駅の様子が分かる写真等展示されていて当時に思いを馳せることが出来ました。残念だったのは、窓は締め切りエアコンもなしなので暑苦しくゆっくりできなかったです！

(Translated by Google) It's a weekday afternoon. There's no one there. Please turn on the lights to view. Trains were once necessary, but with the spread of private cars, they're no longer necessary. It's the way of the times. (Original) 平日の昼 誰もいない 電気をつけて見学してくださいでした 昔は必要だった列車もいまでは自家用車の普及で不要になってきましたね。 時代の流れです

(Translated by Google) It is a free facility with a photo exhibit from that time and one locomotive. (Original) 無料の施設で、当時の写真展示と機関車が1台ある程度です。

(Translated by Google) This is a weeping cherry tree at Gokurakuji Temple in Hachiya, Kurayoshi City. With the cherry blossoms in full bloom, there were a lot of cherry blossom viewing visitors, and the parking lot was full, so we had to wait for a while. The entrance is so narrow that you cannot pass each other. I put it in right away because it changes quickly. I heard that the tree is 140 years old, and I was overwhelmed by its size and beauty. I recommend it on weekdays as you can take it easy. (Original) 倉吉市八屋の極楽寺のしだれ桜です。満開の桜で花見客が沢山来られて駐車場も一杯で、少しの時間待ちました。入口が狭いのですれ変わりができません。入れ替わりが早いのですぐに入れました。樹齢140年と聞きましたが大きさと、美しさに圧倒されました。平日はゆっくり出来そうですのでお勧めです。

(Translated by Google) I went on April 2nd, 2024. I'm happy that I was able to go during the peak viewing season this year. Anyway, it's big and the deep pink color is very beautiful. The road is narrow so please drive carefully (Original) 2024/04/02に行って来ました今年は見頃の時期に行くことが出来満足です とにかく大きいです濃いピンク色がとても美しい 道路が狭いので運転気を付けてください

(Translated by Google) Tottori Prefecture is Kurayoshi's stunning weeping cherry blossoms20250406 I don't think there are many things like this. I visited after 9am, but there were so many tourists that there was no waiting time for the parking lot. (Original) 鳥取県は倉吉の見事な枝垂れ桜20250406 これだけのモノはなかなかないかと。 朝9時過ぎに訪れましたが、観光客はパラパラで駐車場も待ちタイムなし。

(Translated by Google) I came across this place suddenly because it was featured in the newspaper. It's a place I've been to before for work, so it feels nostalgic... I saw a few cars from outside the prefecture, and although the parking area was wider than before, the entrance and exit were narrow, so it might have been because it was Sunday, so it was a bit of a traffic jam. However, all I can say about the cherry blossoms is 'amazing'. I thought I would be in my car due to the coronavirus, but I managed to find a time when there were no more people around and made my way to the shrine grounds, which was quite a sight to see. It looks like it has been renovated since before, but be careful as the stairs are steep, and the slope is also a little steep. (Original) 新聞に掲載されていたので急遽訪れました。以前仕事で来たことある場所、懐かしいさもあり…県外車もチラホラ、以前と変わってＰも広くなってたとはいえ出入り口狭いので少しは渋滞日曜日だったからかも。とはいえ桜はやはりみごととしか言葉がでてこない。コロナで車の中でと思っていたが人が途絶えた時を見計らって境内まで、見応え充分。以前よりは改装してあったように見えるけど階段が急なのでご注意を、スロープもやや急勾配

(Translated by Google) Although it was not in full bloom yet, it was a beautiful weeping cherry. (Original) まだ、満開ではありませんでしたが綺麗なシダレザクラでした。

(Translated by Google) The largest weeping cherry tree in Tottori Prefecture? ! The sight of the tree remaining undiminished even after being 140 years old is impressive! (Original) 鳥取県内最大のしだれ桜？！ 樹齢140年でも衰えない姿は圧巻！

(Translated by Google) The full bloom was late this year, but it was beautiful. (Original) 今年は満開の時期が遅かったですが、綺麗でした。

My favourite rikishi Kotozakura’s grandpa’s hometown museum. The museum was small but full of old photos and grandpa Kotozakura’s favorite Kesho mawashi was also on a display.

(Translated by Google) This is a memorial museum for the 53rd Yokozuna, Kotozakura (1940 - 2007), who was born in Kurayoshi. Admission is free. (Original) 倉吉出身の第53代横綱・琴櫻（1940 - 2007）の記念館です。入場無料。

(Translated by Google) I visited on October 12th with my father, who is a sumo fan. The 200,000th visitor was the day before, which was a bit disappointing. *Apparently, it took 15 years for the museum to open, and a ceremony to celebrate its 20th anniversary was held on the day. (Original) 相撲好きの親父を連れて１０月１２日に訪問しました。なんと前日に２０万人達成って。少し残念。 ＊記念館を始められて１５年かかったとのこと。当日は２０年達成セレモニーもされたそうです。

(Translated by Google) September 22, 2025 I had never heard of Kotozakura, but I was very glad to be able to see this valuable information for free. (Original) 2025.9.22 琴櫻関は存じ上げなかったのですが、無料で貴重な資料を見れてとても良かったです。

(Translated by Google) The best thing about it is that there is no admission fee. I think this is a great place for sumo fans. It was very informative and I could learn a lot about the former Yokozuna Kotosakura. I think it's a place where you wouldn't mind paying the admission fee. (Original) 入場料無料っていうのがいいですね。 大相撲のファンならたまらない施設だと思います。往年の横綱琴櫻関のことがよくわかって充実していました｡入場料払っても問題ないぐらいの施設だと思いました。

(Translated by Google) If you're a sumo fan, you'll enjoy it even if you're not a fan of Kotozakura or Sadogatake stable. Admission is free, so you'll want to at least buy some souvenirs. (Original) 大相撲ファンなら琴櫻や佐渡ケ嶽部屋のファンでなくてもきっと楽しめます。入場無料なのでせめてお土産の品は買っておきたいところ。

(Translated by Google) Free. It's not Kotozakura's birthplace, but there are many documents and it's a good place for sumo fans. It's near the Shirakabe Dozo group. (Original) 無料。琴櫻関の生家ではないが、たくさん資料があり相撲好きには良い場所。白壁土蔵群近く。

(Translated by Google) I drove from Hyogo Prefecture to see an exhibition of artworks created by elderly people from all over the country! As it is a national competition, the works exhibited are of a high level! The staff at the museum were also kind and helpful! There were many people who came to take a look! (Original) 兵庫県から車を走らせて　全国高齢者の方の芸術品の展覧会を見に来ました！全国大会だけあって出展されている作品はレベルが高いです！博物館のスタッフの方も親切で対応良かったです！ ちらほら見に来られてる方も多かったです！

(Translated by Google) The archaeological materials were excellent. The decorated Sue ware, tile sutras, and onigawara tiles were impressive. (Original) 考古資料が絶品。装飾付き須恵器、瓦経、鬼瓦が印象的でした。

(Translated by Google) Akemi Abe's doll works are currently on display at the 2020 Tottori Prefecture Cultural Merit Award Commemorative Traveling Exhibition. Until January 19th. For the Showa generation, it is full of nostalgic scenes, family interactions, and warmth. Please come and see it. (Original) 只今、安部朱美氏人形作品が、「令和2年度鳥取県文化功労賞記念巡回展」で展示されています。1月19日まで。 昭和世代には、直球で懐かしい情景、家族の交わり、温かさがいっぱいです。ぜひ、訪れて観てください。

(Translated by Google) For a municipal museum of this size, it is very impressive and worth seeing. Unfortunately, it's quite a walk from the station. (Original) この規模の自治体の博物館にしては、とても立派で見ごたえがある。ただ残念なことに駅からかなり歩く。

(Translated by Google) I went to the ``Hoki Museum Masterpieces Exhibition'' currently being held. I was able to meet some wonderful works 😄 The cherry blossoms around the venue that were starting to fall were also beautiful🌸. (Original) 現在開催中の「ホキ美術館名品展」に行ってきました。素晴らしい作品に会えました😄 会場周辺の散り始めの桜も綺麗でした🌸。

(Translated by Google) I went there for the first time in a while. The exhibits that were too difficult when you were a child can be educational and nostalgic as an adult, and can be enjoyed in various ways♪ (Original) 久々に行ってみした。 子供の頃には難しすぎた展示物も、大人になると勉強になったり、懐かしく感じたりと、色々と楽しめます♪

(Translated by Google) I went to the Shinsuke Yoshitake exhibition. It was quite a success. There are signposts everywhere that will make you laugh. Both children and young people seemed to be having fun. (Original) ヨシタケシンスケ展に行ってきました。なかなか盛況でした。クスッと笑える道しるべがあちらこちらに。 子ども連れも若い人たちも楽しそうでした。

The Kurayoshi Figure Museum was founded as an initiative to save the city's beloved, but vacant, round school building from demolition. It has been fully renovated and equipped with modern facilities, now hosting around 2000 different figures in all shapes and sizes as well as two shops for local souvenirs and, of course, figures. The museum is a stunning building on the inside, as much as on the outside, with its spiral staircase and fan-like rooms. I enjoyed the variety on display, which consisted not only of figures based on pop culture but also of animals, dinosaurs, and more. There is also a room where you can freely pick up and pose the figures to create unique pictures. One of the rooms is fitted as a classroom from the 1950s, and you can even get up to the roof and get a 360-degree view of the surroundings. Tickets are available for the temporary exhibition (which was the "Kaiju Theater" when I visited) at ¥600 and for the permanent exhibition on the upper two floors at ¥1000. There is also a discounted ticket for all floors at ¥1200, which I would recommend to first-timers. Even when you travel by public transport, it is easy to reach by bus from the Kurayoshi Station. Twice a day there is also a bus that goes to and from Gōshō Aoyama Manga Factory in just thirty minutes, so it's easy to visit both in a single day. Of course, other slower connections are also available throughout the day.

Entrance fee is a little expensive at ¥1000. There are rooms with themes such as Animals, Dinosaurs and Japanese Culture. There was also a classroom that looked like something out of Anime. Roof was also accessible for a nice view of the surroundings.

there's many section of figure, just explore your imagination and knowledge

Even though we are not manga fans we really enjoyed it

It was OK for me because I'm not really a fan of anime. The history of the school interested me more. However, 1000yen is abit steep for a small place.

Great collection of figurine from all kinds of things

ticket fee is too high