Season planning

Yonago by season

The best Yonago trip starts with the season: spring walks, summer coast, autumn foliage, and winter crab.

SpringMar-May

Start with Yonago Castle Ruins and old-town walks; add the Daisen foothills when the weather is settled.

SummerJun-Aug

Spend the day on the Kaike coast, in Sakaiminato, or in the Daisen highlands, then return to an onsen evening.

AutumnSep-Nov

Daisen foliage, Tottori pears, seafood, and walkable weather make this the richest slow-travel season.

WinterDec-Feb

Winter belongs to Matsuba crab, Kaike's hot baths, and snowy Daisen; check weather, transport, and operations before leaving.

Season	Best focus	Good route	Watch
Spring	Castle ruins, city walks, early nature	Yonago + Kaike, with Daisen foothills if weather is stable	Do not assume bloom timing without current local checks.
Summer	Kaike coast, Sakaiminato, Daisen highlands	Sea in the morning, port culture or mountain air by day	Heat, beach dates, and weather can change the route.
Autumn	Daisen foliage, pears, seafood, walking weather	Yonago base + Daisen day + Kaike night	Popular foliage days need transport and lodging checks.
Winter	Matsuba crab, Kaike Onsen, snowy Daisen	Onsen stay first; add Daisen only after weather checks	Roads, buses, and operations matter more than inspiration.

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