Event Calendar

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Nakano Fishermen's Market

Second Saturday of every month Finished

The market opens once a month from May to September. Local fishermen themselves sell fresh seasonal fish they catch at reasonal prices. Seasonal vegetables or inexpensive light meal with local products are also sold at the market. Please enjoy the lively atmosphere of a fishing village.

[Place]
Tottori Prefecture fishermen's cooperative association Sakaiminato branch office(Nakano-cho, Sakaiminato City. Tottori)
[Contact]
Fisheries Division, Sakaiminato City
TEL +81-859-47-1055
http://www.sakaiminato.net/

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Mt. Daisen Summer Climbing Season Opening Ceremony

Early June Finished

The "Summer Climbing Opening Ceremony" marks the arrival of summer to Daisen. After a ritual at Ogamiyama Shrine, attendees head down the approach in a procession with 2000 burning torches in their hands. This "river of fire" floating in the night is an amazing sight for everyone who attend this event. Many exciting events such as a concert will be held on the stage and there would be shops and food vendors opened for the night as well.

[Place]
Daisen, Disen Town, Tottori
[Contact]
Daisen Tourism Association
TEL +81-859-52-2502
http://www.daisen.gr.jp/kyokai/
Mt. Daisen Summer Climbing Season Opening Ceremony Photo

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Tuna Festival

Late June Finished

The port of Sakai is one of the largest landing ports for bluefin tuna. "Tuna Festival" is held every summer to appreciate this blessing from the sea. Not only the locals but also tourists from all over Japan gather to the fish market to purchase fresh tuna, various kinds of seafood and other local specialties at reasonable prices.

[Place]
Tottori Prefectural Sakaiminato local seafood wholesale market
(9-7 Showa-machi, Sakaiminato City, Tottori)
[Contact]
Sakai minato Fisheries Promotion General Foundation
TEL +81-859-44-6668
http://www.sakaiminato.net/
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