【10% OFF】2-Day Bus Tour from Osaka: Izumo Taisha, Tottori Sand Dunes & Hawaii Onsen

Overview

This 2-day journey through San’in introduces you to some of the most picturesque and spiritual locations in western Japan.

Day 1

Begin your adventure at the stunning Tottori Sand Dunes, which extend 2.4 km from north to south and 16 km from east to west, with height variations reaching up to 90 meters. Take a leisurely walk through this remarkable natural site and enjoy some free time for lunch.

Your next stop is the Hakuto Shrine, a revered location linked to the ancient Japanese tale “The White Rabbit of Inaba.” This delightful shrine is tied to Japan’s oldest love story and is regarded as a spot for matchmaking. Visitors often seek out charming rabbit-themed charms and goshuin stamps here.

Next, wander through the Kurayoshi Shirakabe Dozogun district, where the Tamagawa River is flanked by white-walled storehouses and traditional homes from the Edo and Meiji eras. This well-preserved historical area evokes a sense of nostalgia and has been designated as an Important Preservation District for Traditional Buildings.

In the evening, you will stay at Sennen-tei in Hawaii Onsen. Unwind in the open-air bath that overlooks Lake Togo, where the harmonious connection between the lake and the bath offers a uniquely special experience.

Dinner will feature a kaiseki meal that includes a comparison tasting of Tottori Wagyu beef steak and Daisen pork soy milk hot pot.

Sample Dinner Menu:

• Aperitif
• Three kinds of sashimi
• Tottori Wagyu beef steak
• Daisen pork soy milk hot pot
• Seasonal fish dish
• Seasonal tempura
• Chawanmushi (savory egg custard)
• Noodles
• Clear soup
• Pickles
• Dessert

※Menu items may vary based on ingredient availability.

Day 2

Your day begins with a visit to Izumo Taisha, a shrine dedicated to Okuninushi-no-Okami, the god of matchmaking and good fortune. You will have around 120 minutes to explore the shrine and enjoy free time for lunch.

The tour also includes opportunities for shopping local sweets at Okashi no Kotobuki-jo and wine tasting along with shopping at Shimane Winery before heading back to Osaka.

Information about Tour

• Place of departure and destination: From Osaka to Tottori, Shimane
• Number of days of travel: 1 day
• Means of transportation: Bus
• Name of bus company: International Motor Vehicles Osaka or equivalent
• Meal(s): Breakfast 1, Dinner 1
• Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20
• Number of GUIDE: 1

Tour Operator Information

Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.

Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team

Address: Mainichi Intecio 16F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN

Registration No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency

Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Contact Information

Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team

Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN

Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444

Opening hour: 10:00~18:00 (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

General Travel Services Manager

Eri Tomiyama

The Tour Operations Manager oversees transactions related to your travel at the sales office and manages your travel arrangements. If you have any inquiries or issues concerning the information provided by staff regarding this travel contract, please feel free to reach out to the aforementioned Tour Operations Manager.

Please review and comprehend the Terms and Conditions below.

• Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours
• Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract

Highlights

• Experience a stay at Sennen-tei in Hawaii Onsen, complete with natural hot spring baths that flow freely.
• Relax in an open-air bath that offers breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Togo.
• Enjoy a Kaiseki dinner featuring Tottori Wagyu beef steak alongside Daisen pork soy milk hot pot.
• Spend 120 minutes at Izumo Taisha, the most renowned matchmaking shrine in Japan.
• Discover the Tottori Sand Dunes, recognized as the largest sand dunes in Japan.
• Pay a visit to Hakuto Shrine, famous for the legend of the “White Rabbit of Inaba.”
• Stroll through the historic Kurayoshi Shirakabe Dozogun district, known for its white-walled storehouses.

Itinerary

• Meet at Umeda (Meeting 7:45 / Departure 8:00)
• Tottori Sand Dunes (Walk the dunes and enjoy free lunch time / approx. 120 minutes) | Hakuto Shrine (Visit the famous matchmaking shrine from the “White Rabbit of Inaba” legend / approx. 30 minutes) | Kurayoshi Shirakabe Dozogun (Explore traditional townhouses and white-walled storehouses from the Edo period / approx. 60 minutes)
• Hawaii Onsen – Sennen-tei (Arrival around 16:45) Relax in the open-air bath overlooking Lake Togo Kaiseki dinner featuring Tottori Wagyu and Daisen pork
• Hotel Departure
• Okashi no Kotobuki-jo (Shopping for famous Tottori sweets / approx. 30 minutes)
• Izumo Taisha (Shrine visit and free lunch time / approx. 120 minutes)
• Shimane Winery (Winery tour, tasting, and shopping / approx. 30 minutes)
• Return to Umeda

Price Details

Included

• Accommodation
• Breakfast
• Dinner
• Japanese guide
• Air-conditioned bus

Not included

• Expenses not mentioned

Important Information

Important Notes During Bus Tour

1. Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.

2. Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.

3. As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.

4. Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.

5. Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.

6. Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.

7. Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees.

8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.

9. Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.

10. Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.

11. Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.

12. Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.

13. Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.

14. Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.

15. The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.

16. Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.

17. Manage your valuable belongings yourself.

18. After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.

19. Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.

20. If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.

Purchase Notice

• This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
• This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
• If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
• Please note that due to traffic congestion or other circumstances, the time spent at each sightseeing spot may be shortened.
• For groups with an odd number of participants, bus seating will generally be shared with other passengers. Thank you for your understanding.
• Meal contents may change depending on ingredient availability and supply conditions.
• An additional fee is required if you wish to use the private open-air bath at the accommodation.

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 21 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 20 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 50% cancellation fee