Tottori, Japan: URADOME COAST Travel Guide (Itinerary + Budget)

Uradome Coast’s rough-edge beauty is the star of Iwami town in Tottori Prefecture, Japan.  This 15 kilometres shoreline spanning from Kugami Point in the east to Mt. Shichi in the west is part of the San’in Kaigan Geopark, listed in the UNESCO Global Geopark Network.  Uradome Coast was hailed as one of the 100 Best Coastlines in Japan. Its wave-crashed, pine-fringed cliffs and caves were gorgeously shaped by the winds, waves and harsh weather.  It’s a popular island getaway in Tottori Prefecture because of its cerulean water, white sand beaches and Instagram-worthy panoramic view of the island-studded sea. On my recent trip to Tottori, we got to explore Uradome Coast by sightseeing boat and by a short hike.  Tourists can also go kayaking here. Here’s a short guide to Uradome Coast to help you plan your trip.

 

URADOME COAST TRAVEL GUIDE

 

How to get to Uradome Coast

By Bus (Recommended)

 1. If you are coming from Osaka to Tottori, you can read the instructions here :Osaka and Kansai Airport to Tottori. 

If coming from Tokyo, you can read my guide here: TOKYO to TOTTORI.

2. In Tottori, head to Tottori Station and walk for about 2 minutes to Tottorieki Bus Stop.

3. Ride the bus to Iwami Station, Iwai-onsen Station or Kabushima Station. Travel time is about 40 minutes and bus fare is JPY 610/PHP 291/USD 5/EURO 5/SGD 7/MYR 22.

4. Alight at Shimameguri Yukansenoriba Mae bus stop.

5. Walk for about 1 minute to Uradome Coast Sightseeing Cruise nearby.

URADOME COAST

 

By Train

1. From JR Station in Tottori, you can ride any of the following: JR San-in Line for Hamasaka (29 minutes), JR San-in Kaigan Geoliner for Toyooka (19 minutes) or JR San-in Line for Kinosakionsen (23 minutes)

Train Fare: JPY 320/PHP 152/USD 3/EURO 2/SGD 4/MYR 12

2. Alight at Iwami Station.

3. Walk to Iwamieki Bus Stop.

4. Ride the bus from Iwai-sen to Tottori-eki gyo or to Tottori Stattion. Transit time is about 8 minutes.

5. Get off at Shimameguri Yukansenoriba Mae bus stop. Fare is roughly JPY 160/PHP 76/USD 1/EURO 1/SGD 4/MYR 6

TIP: You can choose to walk for about 30 minutes to Uradome Coast from Iwami Station. Follow Google Maps HERE

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Things to do in Uradome Coast

 

1.Uradome Coast Sightseeing Cruise

 Hop on sightseeing boat that will take you along Uradome Beach from Ajiro Port to the Shirawara Coast. Here, you can witness the crystal, clear sea even at the depths of 25 meters. The boat will slow down do you can take a closer look at the beaches, coves and rock formations.

URADOME COAST cruise

 

Uradome Cruise Boat Fare:

(Adult) JPY 1,300/PHP 619/USD 12/EURO 10/SGD 16/MYR 16

(Children) JPY 650/PHP 310/USD 6/EURO 5/SGD 8/MYR 8

Departure:  Daily, every 1 hour from 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Uradome Coast Chartered Boat:

(Adult) JPY 2,100/PHP 1,000/USD 19/EURO 16/SGD 26/MYR 26

(Children) JPY 1,500/PHP 715/USD 13/EURO 11/SGD 18/MYR 18

Departure: Daily, every 1 hour from 9:10 AM – 4:00 PM

Boat operator:

Sanin Matshushima Yuran Co.Ltd

Phone# 0857 73 1212

 

2.Uradome Coast Hike

A few minutes away from the Uradome Coast Sightseeing in Ajiro Port is the Uradome Kaigan Nature Trail.  You can hike here to get a scenic view of Uradome Coast below.

Entrance Fee: FREE

 

 

URADOME COAST trail

3.Uradome Coast Kayaking

If you are adventurous enough, you can try kayaking in Uradome Coast.

 

4.Eat Snow crabs

Don’t miss eating the delicious snow crabs. The season is from November to March. There are a couple of Fish and Auction Market near Ajiro Port.

 

 ALSO READ: Conan Town in Tottori Japan Travel Guide

 

Where to Stay in Tottori

TOTTORI HOTEL

 

Tottori City is a good base if you want to explore Uradome Coast. Here are some of the top-rated hotels near Tottori Station.

TOTTORI BUDGET HOTEL

Drop Inn TOTTORI

2-276 Imamachi, Tottori, Tottori, Japan

CHECK ROOM RATES HERE

 

TOTTORI MID-RANGE HOTELS

 

This is where we stayed at during our trip to Tottori. It’s walking distance to Tottori Bus Station. It’s also near some good restaurants, convenience store and shopping area.  The room is small but clean, with refrigerator and sink, TV and hot and cold shower.  There’s a free coffee, milk tea, hot chocolate and water at the lobby. Staff are really helpful and attentive.

Hotel Resh Tottori Ekimae
752 Sakae-machi, Tottori, Tottori, Japan

CHECK ROOM RATES HERE

 

Tottori Green Hotel Morris

2-107, Imamachi, Tottori-shi, Tottori Prefecture, Tottori, Tottori, Japan

We didn’t stay here, we only paid a visit. But I really like the smell and the ambience of this hotel. If I will return to Tottori, I would love to stay here.  It’s just in front of Hotel Resh, the hotel is also walking distance to Tottori Bus Station and Tottori JR Station. Pretty convenient.

CHECK ROOM RATES HERE

 

Kansuitei Kozeniya

651 Eirakuonsencho, Tottori, Tottori, Japan

I didn’t stay here, only paid a visit. If you want to experience a traditional Japanese hotel in Tottori, this is the place to be. It has 2 private onsen that guests can use and they also have ryokan rooms.

CHECK ROOM RATES HERE

 

Tottori Washington Hotel Plaza

102 Higashihonji-cho, Tottori, Tottori, Japan

This hotel is right beside the Tottori Bus Station.  It’s very near the Tottori JR Station as well.

CHECK ROOM RATES HERE

 

 

 URADOME COAST ITINERARY + BUDGET

 

URADOME COAST town

Here’s a sample Uradome Coast itinerary with budget . breakdown, good for a solo traveler.  Make sure you check the bus schedule on Hyperdia because buses from Tottori to Uradome Coast leaves hourly.

TIP: If you are doing the boat cruise, the morning  the cliffs and rock formations is against the light (not good in photos). But if you do the hike to Uradome Kaigan Nature Trail, the panoramic view of Uradome Coast has good lighting. So if your priority is just the Uradome Coast Cruise, best to do it in the afternoon.

 

 TIMEACTIVITIES + EXPENSES
11:12 AMFrom Tottori Station walk to Tottorieki Bus Stop.
11:15 AMRide bus to Iwami Station, Iwai-onsen Station or Kabushima Station, whichever is available. Travel time 40 minutes, fare is JPY 610/PHP 291/USD 5.
12:09 PMGet off at Shimameguri Yukansenoriba Mae.
12:11 PMWalk to Uradome Coast Sightseeing Cruise
12:30 PMBoat cruise along Uradome Coast, JPY 1,300/PHP 619/USD 12.
01:30 PMEnd of Boat cruise. Shop for souvenirs.
02:00 PMVisit nearby Fish Market. Lunch
02:30 PMRide bus back to Tottori Station at Shimameguri Yukansenoriba Mae Bus stop. JPY 610/PHP 291/USD 5
03:30 PMETA Tottori Station
TOTAL JPY 2,520/PHP 1,201/USD 22/SGD 31/MYR 91

*Food expenses + souvenirs  not included in the calculation.

 


 

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