Hakuto Coast
The white rabbit's legendary shore — a 4km white sand beach where a divine white rabbit was saved after being deceived by sharks in Japan's oldest myth (Kojiki, 712 AD).
1–2 hours
Free
Always open (outdoor coastal road)
June–September (swimming); year-round (myth exploration)
30 min drive from Tottori city; limited buses
Location
Why Visit
- 1
The Hakuto Shrine marks the landing spot from the ancient myth
- 2
Clear, cold Sea of Japan water — good for swimming in summer
- 3
Annual 'White Rabbit' festival in autumn with traditional performances
Local Tips
This coastline is the setting of the myth of the White Rabbit of Inaba — one of Japan's oldest folk tales. Hakuto Shrine sits directly on the beach; the red torii against white sand and Japan Sea waves is striking. The Tottori Sand Dunes are 30 min east — combine both for a full coastal Tottori day.
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