Journey through shrines, countryside views and Japan's largest flower park[Nanbu]
Designated as a 'Satoyama Landscape' by the Ministry of the Environment, this area is famous for its cherry blossoms and fireflies. Enjoy the cherry blossoms along the banks of the Hosshoji River, Tottori Prefectural Flower Park (Hanakairou) and the area around Lake Ryokusui be during the cherry blossom Spring or the crimson leaves in Fall.
- Distance29.6km
- Elevation gain259m
- Descent△418m
- Maximum elevation204m
- Average time3 hours
- Recommended seasonSpring, Summer
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Tourist information for this route
1. Tottori Prefectural Flower Park (Hanakairou)
The largest flower park of its kind in Japan. A floral paradise where visitors can enjoy seasonal flowers amidst a landscape featuring Tottori's beloved Mt. Daisen.
3. Akaiiwa Shrine
As the shrine at the center of the Okuninushi revival legend, Akaiiwa Shrine is a place of 'rebirth and revival'. Somewhat of a rarity in Japan, many visit the shrine to pray for recovery from illness or injury, as well as for a fresh start in work, sports or school.
4. Cherry Blossoms along the Hosshoji River
Along the bank of the Hosshoji River (designated as a class A river by the government) is a row of cherry blossom trees stretching an amazing 5.3km. Walking upstream, the small hill of the Hosshoji Castle ruins is on the right while the remaining rural scenery unique to Nanbu Town is on the left-side.
5. Kobara Shrine (Kyaku Shrine)
A shrine standing alone in the middle of a rural landscape, commonly referred to as 'Broccoli Shrine' due to its distinctive shape. This well-kept-secret's appearance changes from season to season, making it an excellent backdrop for photos all year round!
6. Kinaru Nanbu
A facility containing a library, café, free-to-use workspace and multipurpose rooms. The name 'Kinaru' may have multiple origins, such as many people 'kinaru' (come), a place that people 'ki ni naru' (catch one's eye) or 'ookina ki ni naru' (becomes a big tree).
7. Lake Ryokusui
A lakeside promenade surrounded by trees, a running and cycling course and campsite, Lake Ryokusui is an ideal area to exercise while taking in your natural surroundings.
8. Enganofuyu
An exchange facility selling agricultural products and featuring a popular gelato store. Sitting down on the engawa porch enjoying fresh gelato made with seasonal ingredients makes it the perfect rest-stop on a cycling trip.
How to access the course (starting point)
For cars
Approximately 10 minutes from Mizoguchi IC on the Yonago Expressway.
By train
Free direct shuttle bus service from JR Yonago Station (about 25 minutes)