1. Yonago Castle Ruins
A nationally designated historic castle site overlooking Lake Nakaumi. The former keep site offers views of Mount Daisen and the Sea of Japan.
Official information ↗Place details (Japanese) →
Western Tottori
Yonago · Sanin travel guide
Start at Yonago Station, explore the castle ruins and old town, then head to Kaike’s seaside hot springs. Plan a mix of town walks, relaxation and local events.
Events for your trip ↓Things to see
Allow enough time for the climb to Yonago Castle Ruins. Choose the old town for a short stop, or Kaike Onsen for a slower seaside and hot spring visit.
2. Kaike Onsen
A hot spring resort on the Sea of Japan coast in Yonago. Combine a seaside walk with a relaxing soak.
Official information ↗Place details (Japanese) →
3. Kamo River & the old town
Walk along the Kamo River, past white-walled buildings and temples, to discover Yonago’s history as a trading town.
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4. Yonago Waterbirds Sanctuary
Observe wild birds in wetlands along Lake Nakaumi. Species visible depend on the season and conditions on the day.
Official information ↗Place details (Japanese) →Getting here & getting around
Yonago Station is the local starting point. Reach Kaike Onsen by bus or car. The former castle keep site at Yonago Castle Ruins is reached on foot.
Approximate journey times, not live schedules. Waiting and sightseeing time are additional unless specified.
- Osaka → Yonago
Car: 3 hr 20 min
Information checked: 2026-10-04Route source ↗
Chugoku & Yonago expressways - Okayama → Yonago
Car: 2 hr
Information checked: 2026-10-04Route source ↗
Okayama & Yonago expressways - Hiroshima → Yonago
Car: 3 hr 20 min
Information checked: 2026-10-04Route source ↗
Sanyo Expressway, Onomichi–Matsue route & San-in Expressway - Okayama Station → Yonago Station
Rail: 2 hr 9 min – 2 hr 24 min
Information checked: 2026-10-04Route source ↗
Yakumo limited express
Events for your trip
Event names are retained in their original language. The short summaries, dates and locations below help you choose; full details and some external sites are in Japanese.
All event dates and times are in Japan Standard Time (JST).
Local event · YonagoOfficial event name (Japanese)
指定史跡尾高城跡の本丸・二の丸特別公開
Thu, 1 Oct 2026 – Wed, 7 Oct 2026
Daily 09:00〜15:30 JST
尾高城跡
Free admission
Event details (Japanese) →
Live music · YonagoOfficial event name (Japanese)
玉置浩二 with 故郷楽団 Concert Tour 2026 ファンファーレ!!
Fri, 9 Oct 2026
Starts 18:00〜 JST
米子コンベンションセンター ビッグシップ
Admission charges apply; check prices and conditions in the details.
Event details (Japanese) →
Market · YonagoOfficial event name (Japanese)
秋の山陰ええもんうまいもの市 同時開催 パン＆スイーツフェア
Fri, 9 Oct 2026 – Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Daily Time to be announced JST
米子しんまち天満屋
Free admission
Event details (Japanese) →Activities & tours · YonagoOfficial event name (Japanese)
鳥取クラフトビール物語（原料を育む風土を巡る1泊2日）
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 – Sun, 11 Oct 2026
Daily 13:00〜14:00 JST
米子駅
Admission charges apply; check prices and conditions in the details.
Event details (Japanese) →
Live music · YonagoOfficial event name (Japanese)
クレイジーケンバンド TOUR「何？」2026-2027
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
Starts 16:00〜 JST
米子市文化ホール
Admission charges apply; check prices and conditions in the details.
Event details (Japanese) →Festival · YonagoOfficial event name (Japanese)
米子城跡三の丸広場オープニングフェスタ
Sat, 17 Oct 2026
See event details for each session’s times JST
米子城跡 三の丸広場
Free admission
Event details (Japanese) →Local food & souvenirs
Gozaemon-zushi pressed sushi
Pressed sushi made by Komego in Yonago. Enjoy here: consider pressed sushi for a meal between sightseeing stops or before travelling. Take home: fish such as mackerel and kombu make Gozaemon-zushi a distinctive Yonago souvenir. Check the use-by date and carrying conditions with the shop.
Beef-bone broth ramen
Yonago has restaurants serving ramen with beef-bone broth. The photo shows an example from a local restaurant, not a current menu or price. Enjoy here: taste the broth and choose a restaurant near your sightseeing stops.
Check shelf life, storage, refrigeration and overseas import rules before taking food home.
Where to stay
Near Yonago Station
For rail trips, use accommodation near the station as a base for city events, the castle ruins and the old town. Planning the journey back is straightforward.
Kaike Onsen
Choose Kaike Onsen for seaside walks and hot springs. It is separate from the area around Yonago Station.
Seasonal highlights
Yonago Gaina Festival
Yonago’s summer festival, lively with Gaina Manto lantern performances, drums and more.
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