Tottori Onsen

Tottori Onsen is a rare downtown hot spring, welling up in the city center of Tottori City, the prefectural capital. With an outstanding location within walking distance of JR Tottori Station, it boasts abundant hot water. Thanks to its convenience for dropping by between shopping, meals, and sightseeing, it also serves well as a base for exploring attractions such as the Tottori Sand Dunes.

Highlights

Its greatest appeal is enjoying a genuine hot spring right in the middle of a lively district, with public bathhouses and foot baths scattered through the city. The ease of soaking casually even in the midst of work or travel is unique to this spa. Restaurants and shops gather nearby, adding the pleasure of tasting local cuisine after a bath.

Enjoying the Seasons

The nearby Tottori Sand Dunes show different faces by season, from the summer seaside to the clear air of autumn and winter and the snow-dusted dunes. Being able to return to town and soothe a body tired from walking the dunes right away is a great advantage. In winter, San'in delicacies such as snow crab come into season, to be savored to the fullest at a downtown inn.

Access and Basic Information

At about a five-minute walk from JR Tottori Station, its ease of access by public transport is among the best in the prefecture. It is convenient for an overnight stay as a base for the sand dunes and city sightseeing, and there are day-use bathing facilities as well. With restaurants and shops close at hand, you can get by comfortably even without a car.

A Quick Tip

Staying here as a travel base lets you tour the dunes and city sights efficiently. Making the most of the easy convenience of a downtown spa, soaking on the night you arrive or the morning before you leave is a fine way to reset the fatigue of the trip.