Nestled at the foot of Mount Daisen—the highest peak in the Chugoku region—Mercure Tottori Daisen Resort & Spa (located in Hokimachi, Saihaku District, Tottori Prefecture; General Manager: Shoya Oshiro) will offer a variety of family-oriented programs this summer, with different activities available each day. From stargazing events unique to the 'Star County' of Tottori, art experiences led by local artists, forest nature tours, to photo frame crafting using natural materials, each day’s program is designed to spark children’s curiosity. The buffet restaurant serves dishes made with local ingredients from Mount Daisen’s bounty and traditional regional cuisine, offering not just travel enjoyment but also a stay filled with learning and discovery—perfect for summer vacation.
Event Overview
【Sunday Only】Create Your Own Resin Coaster
Design a personalized coaster using glittery beads and resin. Ideal for school summer projects.
【Dates】July 19, 26; August 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026
【Time】4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (approx. 60 minutes)
【Location】1st Floor Free Space, Hotel
【Fee】¥600 per person (tax and service included)
【Monday Only】Starry Night Adventure in 'Star County' Daisen
Experience the beautiful night skies of Tottori, known as 'Star County.' Explore summer constellations with a guide.
【Dates】July 20, 27; August 3, 10, 17, 2026
【Time】8:30 PM – 9:30 PM (approx. 60 minutes; advance reservation required)
【Location】Hotel Backyard
【Fee】¥700 per person (tax and service included)
【Tuesday Only】Daisen Art Atelier Experience – Create a Fish that Swims in the Wind
Under the guidance of Hirohei Asakura, a local artist from Daisen Town, Tottori, participants will create paper fish sculptures and paint them in their favorite colors to hang and sway in the breeze.
【Dates】July 21, 28; August 4, 11, 18, 2026
【Time】Session 1: 4:00 PM; Session 2: 5:00 PM (advance reservation required)
【Location】1st Floor Free Space, Hotel
【Fee】¥800 per person (tax and service included)
【Wednesday Only】Thrilling Nature Exploration Tour in Daisen’s Forest
Walk through forest trails to Jizo Waterfall Spring, where cool water bubbles up. Discover plants, wildlife, and the mysteries of water with a guide.
【Dates】July 22, 29; August 5, 12, 19, 2026
【Time】4:00 PM (approx. 90 minutes; advance reservation required)
【Route】Hotel backyard → Forest road → Jizo Waterfall Spring → Hotel
【Fee】¥1,200 per person (tax and service included)
【Thursday Only】Kaleidoscope Making Workshop
Create a one-of-a-kind kaleidoscope by drawing on a tube and inserting colorful chips of various shapes. Watch magical patterns unfold with every twist.
【Dates】July 23, 30; August 6, 13, 20, 2026
【Time】4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (approx. 30 minutes)
【Location】1st Floor Free Space, Hotel
【Fee】¥600 per person (tax and service included)
【Friday Only】Exciting Summer Festival: Bonbori Plaza
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Enjoy a traditional Japanese summer festival indoors at the hotel, featuring games like shooting gallery, goldfish scooping, and darts.
【Dates】July 24, 31; August 7, 14, 21, 2026
【Time】4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
【Location】1st Floor Free Space, Hotel
【Fee】¥500 per person (2 games; tax and service included)
【Saturday Only】Photo Frame Crafting with Forest Materials
Create photo frames using twigs, leaves, and nuts collected from the forest. Decorate your summer memories with nature’s treasures.
【Dates】July 18, 25; August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2026
【Time】4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (approx. 30 minutes)
【Location】1st Floor Free Space, Hotel
【Fee】¥500 per person (tax and service included)
For event details and reservations, visit the official website.
Restaurant Introduction
The buffet restaurant 'Locavore' offers breakfast and dinner buffets. Menus include customizable pancakes and noodle dishes, as well as traditional local cuisine made with the rich bounty of Mount Daisen.
Featured dishes: 'Wagyu Japanese Kebab Sandwich' (dinner, weekends only), 'Tottori Kotohara Grand Salmon Nigiri Sushi' (dinner, weekends only). A dedicated kids’ corner is available for young children. Dinner buffet includes unlimited alcoholic beverages.
For restaurant details, visit the official website.
※Events may be changed or canceled without prior notice due to weather or other conditions.
Mercure Tottori Daisen Resort & Spa
An all-inclusive resort hotel located at the foot of Mount Hōkidaisen, a national park and sacred mountain long revered for mountain worship. Mount Daisen transforms with each season—lush greenery in spring, hiking and cycling in summer, vibrant autumn foliage, and snowy winter landscapes—offering unique charm year-round. Guests can savor local cuisine and sake brewed with natural water from beech forests, all while relaxing in open-air hot springs, immersed in the blessings of nature. The resort is an ideal base for exploring iconic San'in destinations such as Izumo Taisha, Matsue Castle, and Tottori Sand Dunes, and is perfect for multigenerational stays.
Resort hotel at the foot of Mount Daisen, Chugoku region’s highest peak. Features a charming Shigaraki-yaki pottery bath adjacent to the open-air hot spring. Daily free shuttle buses from JR Yonago Station, convenient for sightseeing around Yonago.
【Address】1647-13 Nakasō, Maruyama, Hokimachi, Saihaku District, Tottori Prefecture
【TEL】03-6627-4692 (Reservation Center)
【Access】Approx. 30 minutes by free shuttle bus from JR Yonago Station; approx. 15 minutes by car from Mizuguchi IC on the Yonago Expressway
【Rates】All-inclusive from ¥18,500 per person per night (double occupancy, tax and service included)
【Official Website】https://mercure-tottoridaisen-resortandspa.jp/
※Some drinks and activities are charged separately
※Lunch is not served
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About Mercure
Inspired by Mercury, the Roman god of travel, Mercure Hotels have, since 1973, focused on more than just comfortable sleep—delivering high-quality service that allows guests to deeply experience the local charm. Through the 'Discover Local' program in cities like Rio, Paris, Bangkok, and worldwide, Mercure offers authentic local experiences. From interior design to food and drink, every detail reflects the local culture. With over 1,000 hotels across more than 60 countries in city centers, beaches, and mountain areas, Mercure continues to expand globally.
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