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Province
Tottori
鳥取
Japan's least populous prefecture features the Tottori Sand Dunes, hot springs, and fresh seafood along the Sea of Japan.
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The Sand Museum
The Sand Museum · 鳥取砂丘 砂の美術館 · Tottorisakyū Suna No Bijutsukan
The Sand Museum in Tottori is the world's only indoor museum dedicated to sand sculptures, showcasing incredibly detailed and massive artworks. Visitors consistently praise the lifelike quality and artistic skill, with themes changing annually to offer a fresh experience each visit.
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Tottori Sand Dunes
Tottori Sand Dunes · 鳥取砂丘 · Tottorisakyū
Experience a surreal landscape where vast sand dunes meet the Sea of Japan, offering a unique 'desert by the sea' sensation. Visitors can climb imposing dunes, enjoy panoramic ocean views, and even partake in activities like camel rides or sandboarding, making for an unforgettable natural escape.