1. Kagikake Pass

The Kagikake Pass, located at an altitude of approx. 910m, offers the most spectacular overlooking views of the south-wall of Mt. Daisen. The pass promises excellent views of Mt. Daisen as the south face stands like a wall in front of the carpet of beech forests spread out far and wide in the foreground. The contrast between the exposed mountain surface and the lush, fresh greenery and fall colors from the mountainside makes this one of the most incredible spots to view Mt. Daisen.

Kagikake Pass

2. Kitanizawa Stream

Deep in the forest, across the prefectural road from Everland Okudaisen, is a secluded walking trail. Walk along the path for a few minutes and you'll soon be greeted by the sound of a murmuring stream and wild birds chirping. Time passes here in a way that is truly otherworldly and you will be as moved as you would be on the majestic south-face of Mt. Daisen.

Kitanizawa Stream

3. Mizukue Thatched Roofed Hut

Ever since this thatched-roof hut in the corner of the village caught the eye of a local photographer, it has become one of Kofu's most popular photo spots! The thatched-roof hut takes center stage in photos while the backdrop of the south-face of Mt. Daisen and the changing landscape season-to-season creates a unique countryside experience.

Mizukue Thatched Roofed Hut

4. Former Yonezawa Elementary School

A 'hand-washed coffee' roasters located in a former elementary school building in Kofu, Tottori Prefecture. The coffee beans are washed in fresh, underground water from Oku-Daisen before roasting.

Oku-Dainse pre-washed coffee beans

5. Ebi Station

Opened in 1922 as the terminus of the Hakubi-Kita line when it was extended from Hoki-Mizoguchi station, 2022 marks the 100th anniversary of this historic station. Each year on August 17th, the 'Ebi Juushichiya' festival is held, which has a 500-year history and is a unique cultural artefact of western Tottori Prefecture.

6. Former Ebi Power Station

A hydro-electric power station completed in 1919. It was decommissioned in 1977 and closed after the area switched to an elecricity substation. In 1996, it was selected as one of the '100 Prefectural Buildings' by Tottori Prefecture for the preservation of important archiectural culture. In 2009, it was designated as a Tangible Cultural Property of Japan.

7. Michi-no-Eki Okudaisen

Cycle station carrying a wide range of Okudaisen specialities such as natural mineral water, bluebrries and locally brewed sake. The Michikusa-kan carries a large selection of seasonal mountain vegetables freshly-harvested that morning, as well as proudly local specialities like Daisen Okowa rice, Okudaisen pickles and Meisui mochi!

Michi-no-Eki Okudaisen