Located in the northeastern part of the Chugoku region, Tottori Prefecture is known as a prefecture rich in nature, surrounded by the sea and mountains.
The Tottori Sand Dunes, which stretch along the coast of the Sea of Japan, are so famous that they are the most famous tourist destination in Tottori Prefecture. The scenery, which has been designated as a national natural monument, is truly a mystical sight created by Mother Nature over a long period of time.
Mt. Daisen, the highest mountain in the Chugoku region, is also famous, and is known as "Mt. Fuji in the East and Mt. Daisen in the West." It was mentioned in the Kunibiki myth in the "Izumo no Kuni Fudoki," which was completed in 733, and has continued to reflect beautiful scenery for over 1,000 years.
Surrounded by nature, Tottori Prefecture is also known for its beautiful starry skies, thanks to its topography and the lack of artificial light. Tottori City has once ranked first in the Ministry of the Environment's national stargazing continuous observation survey, and its breathtaking starry skies are a major selling point, leading it to call itself the "Starry Sky Prefecture."
In this way, Tottori Prefecture, which has sought to coexist with vast nature, is taking on various initiatives using next-generation technology. Some initiatives are being led by local governments, and the progress they are making is remarkable.
