Road length
~800 m from the stationCulture day trip
Sakaiminato
Yokai culture and a port town: Mizuki Shigeru Road runs from JR Sakaiminato Station—the best car-free day trip.
Sakaiminato is the hometown of manga artist Shigeru Mizuki and a major San'in fishing port. Mizuki Shigeru Road runs about 800m from JR Sakaiminato Station, lined with over 170 bronze yokai statues that bring the world of GeGeGe no Kitaro onto the street. It suits rail trips, friends, and families—add a port seafood lunch to round it out.
Yokai statues
Over 170City identity
Mizuki's hometown; fishing portHighlights
Highlights
Mizuki Shigeru Road: a street of yokai
Stretching about 800m from JR Sakaiminato Station, the road is lined with over 170 bronze yokai, shops, and themed details. No car needed—good for slow walking, photos, stamp collecting, and finding your favorite yokai.
Port seafood: red snow crab and the day's catch
As a fishing port, Sakaiminato is best with a seafood lunch built into the culture day trip. Treat items and seasons as variable—check the official food guide and the restaurants.
Family and pop-culture travel
The yokai theme, flat walking, and a clear station-to-museum route make Sakaiminato great for kids, groups of friends, and anyone drawn to Japanese folklore.
Getting there & around
Getting there & around
Rail: the Sakai Line to JR Sakaiminato
From the Yonago side, take the JR Sakai Line to Sakaiminato Station; the road begins right outside—the easiest car-free day trip. Confirm timetables officially.
The airport is right nearby
Yonago Kitaro Airport is very close to Sakaiminato, so flyers can slot it into an arrival or departure day. Check road times and transfers on the airport access page.
How to plan it
How to plan it
Who it's for
Car-free travelers, those wanting an easy day, families, friend groups, and fans of manga and yokai culture.
Season notes
An outdoor walk that works year-round; bring sun protection in summer, expect cold sea wind in winter, and shift to indoor spots and food on rainy days.
Pairs well with
Pairs well with
Yonago City
Yonago Station plus Sakaiminato is the most reliable car-free pairing.
Kaike Onsen
Sakaiminato by day, then back to Kaike for a bath and dinner.
Before you go
Before you go
Check Sakai Line times and shops
Sakai Line frequencies and shop or museum hours change—confirm same-day information before going.
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Source ledger
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Mizuki Shigeru Road
Mizuki Shigeru Road official site · official operator
Food
Tottori Tourism Guide · official tourism
Access
Yonago Tourist Guide · official tourism
Yonago Kitaro Airport access
Yonago Kitaro Airport · official airport