Itinerary
Whispering Sands and Sacred Shrines: A San'in Journey
5 days · 10 stops · ¥70,000–¥120,000
Discover the serene beauty of the San'in coast, from the sweeping Tottori Sand Dunes to the sacred shrines of Matsue and Izumo, all while enjoying the tranquility away from the crowds.
Days
Tottori Sand Dunes
Tottori
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Schedule
Day 01 of 05Land at TTJ · Sat, Jun 5 · from JFK · 1 traveler
Renting a car? Check the license rules
Some licenses (FR/DE/CH/BE/TW) need a JAF translation, not an IDP — 5-min guide.
Stay
Tottori · 2 nights
Sat, Jun 5 → Mon, Jun 7 · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
鳥取砂丘
Stay ~2h
Begin your journey with the quiet majesty of the Tottori Sand Dunes. As the sun starts to set, the dunes reveal a mesmerizing play of shadows and light. It's a perfect introduction to the natural beauty of the region.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Tottori Dunes & Uradome · Days 1–2
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Shimane & Iwami · Days 3–5
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Getting around
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JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass (7-Day)
Matched to your route — one pass instead of point-to-point tickets on the rail legs.
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Rental car recommended
Several stops on this route are in rural areas with limited rail access. A rental car from the nearest city hub gives you the freedom to reach places no bus serves.
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Trip budget · お見積り
¥19,000–¥32,000 / person / day
¥95,000–¥160,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 9 travel legs and 4 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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Passes for this trip
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JR Sanyo-San'in Area Pass (7-Day)
Covers the rail legs on this route — one pass instead of point-to-point tickets.
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