HokiWest of Daisen, Hoki brings together Masumizu Highland views, the Shoji Ueda Museum of Photography, Milk no Sato and meals with local craft beer. Compare the highland and rural locations when choosing a pension or resort stay, and plan the climb from Kishimoto Station towards the mountain with your meals and accommodation.
For mountain views, choose Masumizu Highland and Milk no Sato; for culture, visit the photography museum among the fields. These facilities are spread out, so travel by car or taxi.
A highland on Mount Daisen's western slopes with views of the mountain and foothills. A scenic lift also leads to an observation deck. The photograph shows the deck's view; No. 1 marks the facility area. The lift may stop operating in poor weather.
A museum dedicated to photographer Shoji Ueda, whose work includes scenes from San'in. Enjoy the building amid fields and the surrounding views of Mount Daisen along with the exhibitions. It closes during exhibition changes and in winter.
Daisen Makiba Milk no Sato combines dairy shopping and dining with mountain scenery. The photograph shows nearby pasture, not the renovated shop or seating area.
A European-style beer restaurant at the foot of Mount Daisen. Enjoy Daisen G Beer brewed with local water alongside a meal. If drinking, arrange transport without driving and your journey back to the accommodation in advance.
Approximate one-way times to each arrival point. Driving times vary with breaks and traffic; public transport depends on services and transfers.
About 3 hr 30 min
Via the Yonago Expressway
Route and timetable sourcesAbout 4 hr
Via the Yonago Expressway
Route and timetable sourcesAbout 15 min
JR Hakubi Line local train
Route and timetable sourcesKishimoto and Hoki-Mizoguchi stations on the JR Hakubi Line are the gateways. Take a taxi or car onward to the museum, highland and accommodation. Expect snow in the mountain area in winter.
Check event dates and venues as you plan your visit. This guide features recommended events.
Enjoy them between sightseeing stops, and take some home as gifts.
Gambarius offers local beer brewed with Mount Daisen's groundwater alongside meals. Compare regular and seasonal beers and food in the restaurant's latest information. The photograph shows the exterior.
Eat locally: Pair beer made with Daisen's groundwater with a meal.
Take home: Check the official information for beers available to buy and sales formats. If driving, choose takeaway purchases without drinking.
Milk no Sato's dairy products and meals, and Yago rice grown in foothill fields, offer a taste of Hoki. Compare stock, sales locations and hours using Daisen Dairy and the town's specialty information.
Eat locally: Add dairy treats or a meal at Milk no Sato to your foothill trip.
Take home: Cook Yago rice at home. For dairy products, check refrigeration or freezing requirements and temperatures during the journey, including inside a car.
Accommodation in Daisen Pension Village and Ainopia offers a stay amid greenery.
Accommodation in Daisen Pension Village and Ainopia offers a stay amid greenery. Use the town's lodging information to compare meals, facilities and locations.
Resort hotels on the Daisen plateau are another base for exploring San'in, including Mercure Tottori Daisen.
Resort hotels on the Daisen plateau are another base for exploring San'in, including Mercure Tottori Daisen. Compare rooms, meals, bathing facilities and availability with the booking provider, and plan transport to sightseeing spots.
A local tradition around Masumizu Highland. If evening activities are scheduled, allow extra time for mountain weather and your return journey.
Official event informationAn activity at Atelier Kawahara introducing dyeing techniques. Even when combining it with the highland or museum, reserve enough time for the workshop itself.
Official event information
