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[Tottori Prefecture] History and gourmet information on cycling through the castle town of Yonago City

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[Tottori Prefecture] History and gourmet information on cycling through the castle town of Yonago City

A bicycle trip through the history of Yonago! Enjoy a bicycle trip through the castle town of Yonago, from classics to hidden gems, as well as Yonago's history, shopping, and gourmet food.

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Yonago City Tourism Association

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The center of the San'in tour. As befits a commercial city that represents the San'in region, it is the gateway to the San'in region, with convenient access to Sakaiminato City, which has well-developed expressway and railway land routes, and air and sea routes. In a prime location overlooking the national park Mt. Daisen and nestled on the Sea of ​​Japan, Kaike Onsen, one of the best in the San'in region, springs up, making it a bustling tourist resort that thrives on sports and leisure throughout the year. When traveling to the San'in region, start by visiting Yonago City. By linking it with the surrounding charming cities and towns, you should be able to comfortably fulfill various types of sightseeing, such as a trip to historical sites, a trip to gourmet food, and a trip to myths.

Required time

Approximately 60 to 120 minutes (varies depending on length of stay at stopover)

Transportation
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A model route for sightseeing spots in Yonago City recommended by the Yonago City International Tourist Information Center. If you rent an E-Bike at the information center, you can tour around Yonago City's famous spots. Here we will introduce cycling spots that you can go to from Yonago Station.

JR Yonago Station (START!)

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Yonago City International Tourist Information Center
Yonago City International Tourist Information Center

This office provides information about Yonago City and San'in to overseas travelers.
Please inquire about rental bicycles, hotels, sightseeing spots, transportation access, etc.

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When you rent a bicycle at the information center, the staff will carefully teach you how to use the E-bike.
(Please check the article below for prices etc.)
We started by getting a cycling map and a carving road map.
Two sculptures are also placed in front of Yonago Station.
Be careful of cars when crossing the road in front of Yonago Station.
The sculpture road begins in front of Yonago City Culture Hall and Aeon Shopping Center.

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sculpture road
sculpture road

The promenade, which spans approximately 3km along the Shin-Kamo River and features 36 sculptures, has been selected as one of the ``500 most beautiful streets in Japan.''

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Sculpture road has started. The Yonago Sculpture Road is a 3km promenade along the Shinkamo River and Nakaumi from the front of the Yonago City Culture Hall to Minatoyama Park. You can enjoy the sculptures that take on different expressions depending on the viewing angle, and the changing expressions of the sky as many times as you like. On days when the weather is nice, we recommend getting off your bike and walking and pushing your bike as you tour.
Approximately 3.1 km (approximately 13 minutes) to Yonago Castle Ruins

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Yonago Castle Ruins
Yonago Castle Ruins

It is one of the best vantage points in Yonago, offering a 360-degree panoramic view of Yonago city. The view of Mt. Daisen, the Sea of ​​Japan, the Shimane Peninsula, and Nakaumi from the top is spectacular. (National Historic Site)

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When heading to the top, please park your bicycle at the Yonago Castle Ruins Sannomaru parking lot. The public restroom is a landmark. It is about a 20 minute walk from the parking lot to the summit.
Approximately 1.2km (about 5 minutes) to Machinaka Tourist Information Center

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Yonago Machinaka Tourist Information Center
Yonago Machinaka Tourist Information Center

The Yonago Machinaka Tourist Information Center is a renovated townhouse that is over 150 years old.

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Be sure to stop by the Machinaka Tourist Information Center. You can enjoy the atmosphere of a castle town just by stopping by, with the old beams, skylights, and ladder stairs intact. There are plenty of original goods and souvenirs that can only be purchased here.

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Teramachi Street
Teramachi Street

On the outskirts of the Kamogawa River, in a corner of Teramachi, there is a street commonly known as ``Otera Ginza''.
This is a very rare spot in Japan where you can see a cityscape with nine temples lined up side by side.

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Stop along the streets lined with temples and take in the stunning views of the cityscape. You can get a feel of Japan's historic townscapes.
Approximately 0.85km (about 4 minutes) to Food Studio Kakuban

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food studio kakuban
food studio kakuban

San'in specialties and souvenirs, Food Studio Kakuban limited items, and daily order items are popular.

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In addition to San'in specialty products, souvenirs, and Food Studio Kakuban exclusive products, popular items include the ``100 Famous Sweets'' corner, where Takashimaya's Japanese confectionery buyer selects famous sweets from all over the country, the local sake corner, and daily order items.
Approximately 1.3km (about 6 minutes) to Yonago City International Tourist Information Center

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Yonago City International Tourist Information Center
Yonago City International Tourist Information Center

This office provides information about Yonago City and San'in to overseas travelers.
Please inquire about rental bicycles, hotels, sightseeing spots, transportation access, etc.

GOAL!

Introducing Yonago Cycling Road in more detail!

Spots introduced in this itinerary

Yonago City Tourism Association

The center of the San'in tour. As befits a commercial city that represents the San'in region, it is the gateway to the San'in region, with convenient access to Sakaiminato City, which has well-developed expressway and railway land routes, and air and sea routes. In a prime location overlooking the national park Mt. Daisen and nestled on the Sea of ​​Japan, Kaike Onsen, one of the best in the San'in region, springs up, making it a bustling tourist resort that thrives on sports and leisure throughout the year. When traveling to the San'in region, start by visiting Yonago City. By linking it with the surrounding charming cities and towns, you should be able to comfortably fulfill various types of sightseeing, such as a trip to historical sites, a trip to gourmet food, and a trip to myths.

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