Tottori

About This Prefecture

Tottori is the birthplace of Shigeru Mizuki, the manga artist who revitalized yokai for the modern age. The city of Sakaiminato features Mizuki Shigeru Road, an 800-meter street lined with over 170 bronze statues, making it a global pilgrimage site for folklore fans. Beyond modern media, the sacred Mt. Daisen is rich with ancient Tengu legends, showing that the region has long been a home for spirits. Tottori's yokai culture is a vibrant blend of traditional mountain worship and contemporary pop culture. It is a place where supernatural beings are treated as friendly neighbors, illustrating a unique Japanese worldview where ancient legends continue to thrive and inspire creativity in the 21st century.