What's on
From the Daisen mountain-opening and the Kaike triathlon to the Yonago Gaina Festival, autumn foliage, and the crab season — events by season. Dates change yearly, so each carries a last-checked date and points to official sources.
By season
A festival praying for safe climbing as the Daisen season opens. On the eve, a torch procession of about 2,000 torches forms a 'river of fire' from Ogamiyama Shrine Okunomiya to Bourouza — Daisen's signature early-summer event. Dates vary yearly; confirm officially.
Last checked: 2026-06-30
Kaike Onsen is the birthplace of triathlon in Japan — the first tournament was held in 1981, the country's earliest triathlon. In summer, it is the event that fills the coast and onsen town with energy. Confirm the race date and road closures officially.
Last checked: 2026-06-30
Yonago's biggest festival. 'Gaina' is local dialect for 'big' — it features gaina taiko drums, an evening 'mando' lantern display, and many fireworks, the signature summer experience in Yonago. Dates change yearly; confirm officially.
Last checked: 2026-06-30
Daisen's autumn foliage is one of western Tottori's signature fall sights. At peak, crowds, lodging, and transport get tight — plan early and keep a weather fallback. Peak timing varies yearly; confirm with official or local sources.
Last checked: 2026-06-30
The Matsuba crab season runs from about early November into spring. A winter Kaike stay built around crab is Tottori's signature cold-season food event. Confirm the opening date, availability, and meal plans with official sources or your lodging.
Last checked: 2026-06-30
Mizuki Shigeru Road runs yokai-themed events and seasonal programs (such as Halloween) through the year. Timing a Sakaiminato day trip to an event makes the atmosphere richer. Schedules change yearly; confirm officially.
Last checked: 2026-06-30
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Daisen Tourism Bureau · official tourism
Tottori Tourism Guide · official tourism
Tottori Tourism Guide · official tourism
Daisen Tourism Bureau · official tourism
Tottori Tourism Guide · official tourism
Mizuki Shigeru Road official site · official operator
