Travel in Tottori · 鳥取県
Hakuto Shrine
Hakuto Shrine · 白兎神社
Hakuto Shrine is associated with the white rabbit legend. Walk the grounds for a shrine visit, then explore the coastal scenery.
Visitor information
Admission
Official tourism guidance does not separately list a fee for visiting the shrine grounds. Musubi stones, amulets, ema plaques, goshuin stamps, and other shrine items obtained at the office have separate charges.
Opening hours
The shrine office is open 9 a.m.–4 p.m. No separate opening or last-entry time is listed for a grounds walk.
What to see at Hakuto Shrine · 白兎神社
The white rabbit legend and coastal scenery
Visit the shrine associated with the white rabbit legend. If you also want to see the coast, allow time for it separately from the shrine visit.
Tottori tourism and access information Shrine office hours and access
How to get to Hakuto Shrine · 白兎神社
Take a Shikano-bound Route 41 Hakuto Coast Line bus from Tottori Station to Hakuto Jinja-mae · 白兎神社前. The ride takes about 40 minutes, then the shrine is about a five-minute walk away. Adult fares are ¥610 one-way or ¥1,220 round-trip. Return on a Tottori Station-bound bus. Check both directions in the timetable for your travel date.
Tottori tourism and access information Route 41 timetable Hinomaru routes and fares Shrine office hours and access
Visit tips
Distinguish a shrine visit from office hours
Allow a suggested 30–45 minutes for a grounds walk and regular shrine visit. For amulets or inquiries, arrive during office hours, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Check booking guidance if you want to arrange a separate prayer ceremony.
Tottori tourism and access information Shrine office hours and access Shrine visit FAQ
Pairing the shrine with the dunes
Hakuto Shrine is west of Tottori city and cannot be linked to the dunes by a simple walk. If visiting both by bus, allow time to change at Tottori Station. Return from the shrine on a Tottori Station-bound bus.
Tottori tourism and access information Route 41 timetable Shrine office hours and access
Questions about Hakuto Shrine · 白兎神社
Can I walk from Tottori Sand Dunes to Hakuto Shrine?
The two are not a single walkable sightseeing area. By bus, allow time to travel via Tottori Station and change to the Hakuto Coast Line. Choose a return from the shrine to Tottori Station as well.
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