Elevation
1,729 m (highest in Chugoku)Mountain nature
Mt. Daisen
The highest peak in the Chugoku region: foliage, snow, temples, and highlands—Yonago's strongest seasonal nature extension.
Mt. Daisen is the highest peak in the Chugoku region, a 1,729m dormant stratovolcano. Halfway up, Daisen-ji temple has been a center of worship since the Heian period. Foliage in autumn, snow in winter, and highlands and temple walks in spring and summer extend a Yonago trip from city and onsen into mountain nature. Daisen is also the most variable part of any itinerary—check weather, seasonal operations, and transport first.
- Elevation
- 1,729m (highest in Chugoku)
- Best season
- Autumn foliage, winter snow
- Time here
- Half to full day
- Good for
- Nature, hiking, car trips
- Watch
- Weather & seasonal operations vary
Key facts
Daisen-ji temple
Worship center since the Heian periodAccessible summit
Misen, ~1,709 mWhat to see & do
What to see & do
1
Temple & approach
Daisen-ji temple
On the mountainside, Daisen-ji has been a center of worship since the Heian period. Its approach, shrines, and cedar forest suit anyone who wants atmosphere and a walk rather than a summit climb—the most approachable core of the Daisen area.
2
Shrine
Ogamiyama-jinja Okumiya
Reached via Japan's longest natural-stone approach, the Okumiya is one of the country's largest gongen-zukuri shrine buildings. The cedar forest and stone steps make it the most atmospheric stop on Daisen.
3
Day onsen
Daisen Goen-Yuin day onsen
A day onsen in the Daisenji area for a soak and a meal after a walk or descent—a comfortable way to close a Daisen day. Hours change often, so reconfirm before you go.
4
Highland farm
Daisen Makiba Milk no Sato
A foothill farm with views of Daisen, soft-serve, and dairy products—good for families and slow car trips. Confirm winter and operating periods first.
Local names
Local names
Ogamiyama-jinja Okumiya
A grand gongen-zukuri shrine at the end of Japan's longest natural-stone path (reception 9:00–16:00)—Daisen's signature cultural site.
Daisen Goen-Yuin
A day onsen with a restaurant in the Daisenji area (weekdays 11:00–19:00, closed Wed)—a rest after a walk or descent.
Daisen Makiba Milk no Sato
A foothill farm with Daisen views, soft-serve, and dairy—good for families and slow drives (confirm operating periods).
Getting there & around
Getting there & around
A car offers the most flexibility
When Daisen is the center of the trip, a rental car greatly improves quality and flexibility. In winter, mind snow tires, road conditions, and parking, and budget the return time.
Public transport needs seasonal checks
Daisen is reachable without a car, but bus frequencies are seasonal and winter weather can disrupt plans. Check same-day buses and transfers, and have a bad-weather fallback ready.
Essentials
Essentials
| Elevation | 1,729m (highest in Chugoku) |
|---|---|
| General summit | Misen ~1,709m (Kengamine closed) |
| Okumiya reception | 9:00–16:00 |
| Goen-Yuin onsen | Weekdays 11:00–19:00, closed Wed |
| Public transport | Seasonal services—confirm same-day |
| Winter | Snow tires, roads, operations—check first |
A sample day
A sample day
- 09:00
Start in the Daisenji area
Park the car or arrive by seasonal bus; check weather and the return time first.
Move By car or seasonal bus
- 09:30
Visit Daisen-ji
Walk the approach and cedar forest, soaking up worship that dates to the Heian period.
- 10:30
Ogamiyama-jinja Okumiya
Take Japan's longest natural-stone path to the Okumiya—the most atmospheric stretch on Daisen.
- 12:00
Highland lunch & Milk no Sato
At the foothill farm, look out to Daisen over soft-serve and dairy, and slow the pace.
Move Car is handy
- 14:00
Goen-Yuin day onsen
Before heading down, take a bath and a meal to close the day comfortably (closed Wed).
Move Descend to Yonago/Kaike
How to plan it
How to plan it
Who it's for
Travelers who want the mountain at the center, love nature, foliage, or snow, and are willing to drive or check transport carefully.
Season notes
Autumn foliage is the peak but crowded—check lodging and transport early; winter snow is beautiful but higher-risk; spring and summer suit highlands and temple walks.
Pairs well with
Pairs well with
Kaike Onsen
A sea-to-mountain theme: coast in the morning, Daisen by day, onsen at night.
Yonago City
Stay in Yonago and slot Daisen as a weather-stable day for more flexibility.
Before you go
Before you go
Source ledger
Source ledger
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Mt. Daisen
Japan National Tourism Organization · official tourism
Daisen Guide
Daisen Tourism Bureau · official tourism
Ogamiyama-jinja Okumiya
Ogamiyama-jinja · official operator
Daisen Hinokamidake Onsen Goen-Yuin (day onsen)
Tottori Tourism Guide · official tourism
Tottori Prefecture access guide
Tottori Tourism Guide · official tourism
Daisen foothills secondary transport (official)
Tottori Prefecture · official transport