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Tottori Sand Dunes

Japan's largest dunes, rolling down to the Sea of Japan, with camel rides, sandboarding and a museum of giant sand sculptures.

Photo: Hashi photo · CC BY-SA 3.0
Best Time to Go
Apr–May, Sep–Nov
Our full guide to Tottori Sand Dunes is being written. It's on the Western Japan list as If You're Nearby.

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Nara

About 107 miles away

Tame deer around the world's largest wooden building, with its giant Buddha.

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About 128 miles away

The Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Dome, with the floating torii of Miyajima a short ferry ride away.

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