178 bronze statues of yokai line the Mizuki Shigeru Road

Mizuki Shigeru Road, located in Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture, is an 800-meter-long street stretching straight from Sakaiminato Station, featuring 178 bronze statues of yokai characters.

These yokai, which are both eerie and comical, are from the famous manga "GeGeGe no Kitaro," which was also adapted into an anime. With so many different types, you're sure to find a favorite.

The street retains the nostalgic atmosphere of a Showa-era shopping district, offering a variety of character goods from the manga and anime, as well as local specialties like Tottori Prefecture's sweets and sake. Be sure to enjoy some shopping while you're there.

Nearby, you can also savor fresh seafood from Sakaiminato at restaurants serving seafood bowls, making it a great spot for food lovers too.

Post by 旅空愉快 | Jul 6, 2025