Discover the Manga World of Sakaiminato

Full Itinerary

Meet your guide and driver at the port, then board the chattered car for the trip to Sakaiminato with the first stop at Matsue Castle. There is only the main tower survived till now after the fires and earthquakes in the past. However, thanks to the good reconstruction, we now can see the castle as the same as it was 400 years ago. From the top floor of the castle tower, you can enjoy the same extensive view of the city. Inside the castle, you can find historical materials such as armors, swords, and helmets which used to belong to samurais in the time of war. You also can enjoy a peaceful walk through the woods within the castle grounds to enjoy the calm atmosphere and nature. What is more, it’s is great to get a sightseeing boat cruising along the castle moat, canals and listen to boatmen telling stories about Matsue Castle’s history.

Continue your shore trip to Tottori Hanakairo is known as the Prefectural Plower Park or the largest flower park in Japan. A garden is an attractive place for photographers with an amazing complex of gardens, two domed-areas, forest, water, and beautiful pathway areas created by various kinds of colorful blooming flowers. Besides, you will be amazed by a pterodactyl topiary and stick dinosaur near the entrance. See the Jungle Dome, you feel like being in Jurassic Park. For yummy experiences, you can taste ice cream with a fresh mix of blueberry and pear both grown up in the park.