Uradome Coast
One of San'in Coast's most dramatic stretches — sea caves, natural arches and hidden coves along a 15km rias coastline. Glass-bottom boat tours let you watch fish through transparent floors.
2–4 hours
Free; boat tour ¥1,100
Cliffs and coast: always accessible; boat tour (glass-bottom): Apr–Nov, 9:00–17:00 (weather permitting)
April–November
20 min drive from Tottori city
Location
Why Visit
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Glass-bottom boat tours run March–November and reveal underwater rock gardens
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Netto Cove has startlingly clear blue water for swimming
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Kayak rental available for independent exploration of sea caves
Local Tips
The Sanin Kinnen National Park coastline around Uradome has sea caves, natural arches, and eroded rock stacks accessible by glass-bottom boat (25 min). The Urami-ga-Ura sea-cave walking trail gives land access to some formations. The coast directly east of Tottori Sand Dunes — combining both is the ideal full Tottori day.
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