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TOUKOUEN 東光園
Located on the shore of the Sea of Japan, Toukouen Inn is in the Kaike Onsen Town. The inn was designed by a famous architect with a motif of Izumo Taisha Shrine in mind. At Toukouen, guests can enjoy strolling through the spectacularly large garden featuring many Japanese seasonal plants.
In the rooms, guests can bask in the ocean view and traditional Japanese interior design. The inn also has an art gallery and a bar featuring beers from all over the world! If you are lucky, you might catch a special performance of "kagura" traditional Japanese dance dedicated to ancient deities and gods. At dinner time, guests can choose their favorite foods from a buffet or course meal prepared by the diligent chefs, using fresh ingredients and seafood from the Sakaiminato region. After dinner, relax in the natural hot spring baths flowing from the Kaike hot spring. With a stunning view and delicious food, you can treat yourself with luxury at Toukouen.
HOT SPRING [ONSEN]
About this hot spring
KAIKE-ONSEN
Located on the west side of Tottori Prefecture marking the boundary between Yonago City and Shimane Prefecture, Kaike Onsen is a lovely hot spring village overlooking the Japan Sea.
The hot spring was first discovered by a fisherman in the bay of Kaike. The source of the hot spring bubbles up from deep in the sea floor and contains a array of skin beautifying minerals. You can also experience health and beauty spa Taraso Therapy, using the natural sea salt contained in the the hot spring water.
LOCATION VIEW
Around Toukouen
Mount Daisen & The Sea of Kaike
Mount Daisen is the tallest mountain in Tottori Prefecture, reaching up to 1,729 meters tall. In olden times, Tottori region was called Houki, and as Mt. Daisen has a striking resemblance to Mt. Fuji, it's nickname is Houki-Fuji. One of Japan's hundred famous views, Mt. Daisen is the symbol of Tottori. A popular power spot, Mt. Daisen is also a revered mountain of worship as ancient people believed the gods lived on the mountains.
Kaike's coastline runs along the shore of the Japan Sea. With a beautiful coastline, it is also a popular beach spot in the summer with nice sand and clean water.
