About Yonago Kitarō Airport
Located in Sakaiminato, Tottori, the airport is nicknamed “Kitarō Airport” after the manga artist Shigeru Mizuki, who is from the area. The yōkai characters greet you the moment you land. It has domestic flights (Tokyo/Haneda) and international routes.
International flights (as of June 2026)
| Route | Status |
|---|---|
| Seoul (Incheon) | Air Seoul — daily (since Dec 2025; the first daily international route in San’in) |
| Taipei (Taoyuan) | Tigerair Taiwan — twice weekly (seasonal, currently operating) |
| Shanghai | Suspended |
| Hong Kong | Suspended |
Flight status changes often — please confirm the latest schedule on the airport’s official site before you travel.
Rental car
The most flexible way to explore San’in. Several companies operate at the airport; booking online in advance is the norm and usually cheaper. Mt. Daisen, the coast and the temples are far easier with a car.
Bus & taxi
There are connecting and local buses toward Yonago Station and Sakaiminato, and taxis for short distances or when you have luggage. Frequencies vary, so check timetables in advance.
JR Sakai Line (the Kitarō train)
From “Yonago Airport Station” you can ride the JR Sakai Line, whose trains are decorated as Kitarō trains — the ride itself is a sightseeing experience. The terminus, Sakaiminato, is the gateway to Mizuki Shigeru Road. Transfer at Yonago Station for trains across San’in.
Quickest route by destination
| Destination | Best option |
|---|---|
| Sakaiminato (Mizuki Shigeru Road) | JR Sakai Line (Kitarō train) or rental car |
| Mt. Daisen / Hōki Town | Rental car (buses are infrequent) |
| Izumo Taisha | Rental car, or JR + Ichibata Electric Railway |
| Matsue | Rental car, or JR |
| Yonago city / Kaike Onsen | Connecting bus, taxi, or rental car |
Last checked: June 2026. Flights, schedules and fares change — confirm with the airport and each carrier’s official site. The complete content is on the Japanese site.