The Tottori Sand Dunes are a large sandy area that cover the coast of the Sea of Japan, and have been designated a specially protected area in the Saninkaigan National Park.
They are also used as a location for sky sports such as hang-gliding and paragliding.
Near the entrance to the sand dunes, there are camels and horses kept as tourist attractions.
The sandy farming area around the sand dunes is known for its white spring onions, Japanese leeks, and yams.
