Kaike Onsen Ryokan Association
Enjoy the winter at Kaike Onsen in Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture! “Kaike Quest” will be held until December 24th (Sunday) to explore Kaike Onsen and the seaside through “mystery solving” and “photo cycling”
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Kaike Onsen Ryokan Association (Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture, Union President: Akira Isaka) is a member of Tobu Top Tours Co., Ltd. Agreement Ryokan and Hotel Federation Chugoku Branch (Branch Manager: Hisanori Nagayama), Tobu Top Tours Co., Ltd. Agreement Transportation Tourism Facilities Federation Chugoku Branch ( With the help of the “Tsuamon” project (*) of Branch Manager: Yuzo Sasaki, we will utilize existing assets such as the town of Kaike Onsen and the surrounding seaside environment more than ever before, and increase the added value of local tourism. To achieve this goal, we will be holding a “Kaike Quest”. The map was developed with the technical cooperation of Seiko Epson Corporation (Headquarters: Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture, President and CEO: Yasunori Ogawa) and the planning cooperation of Crestec Corporation (Headquarters: Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka
Prefecture, President and CEO: Akira Takabayashi). It is a new type of content that allows you to tour hot spring towns and beaches while using GPS and enjoying game elements such as taking photos and solving quizzes and riddles. The course is set by connecting the charms of the target area, such as hidden spots, little-known spots, and
restaurants. The event was started with the aim of elevating the traditional “tourism of just looking around” to “tourism that allows people to explore, discover and experience culture.” Enjoy Kaike Onsen in winter with Kaike Quest while looking out at the Sea of Japan and enjoying gourmet foods such as crab and local cuisine. [Image 1
*What is the “Tourmon” business? A new idea aimed at increasing coupon sales in the region by each branch of the Tobu Top Tours Agreement Ryokan Hotel Federation and the Tobu Top Tours Agreement Transport Tourism Facility Federation. This is a subsidy project established to compensate for a portion of business activity costs for business plans. On April 20, 2023 (Thursday) in Tokyo, all 11 branches from Hokkaido, Tohoku, Northern Kanto, Kanto, South Kanto, Chubu, Kansai, Chugoku, Shikoku, Kyushu, and Okinawa will make presentations, and the Chugoku branch will present this “Kaike” We won second place in “Quest”.
◆Characteristics of “Kaike Quest” ・Using Seiko Epson’s “M-Tracer” (a motion sensor equipped with GPS), the user’s location can be determined in real time ・In addition to walking and cycling, there is also photography, quizzes, and riddle solving.・You can have fun while sharing information with a group of users, compare with the top records, etc. ◆ Overview of “Kaike Quest” ● 2 courses to choose from: walking and cycling・”Seven Treasures Walking Course” – Walk around town while solving quests at Kaike Onsen (approximately 1.5 hours) – “Yumigahama Photo Cycling Course” Cycling along the seaside from Kaike Onsen to Sakaiminato (approximately 3 hours) Record awards and participation benefits are also available. After participating, you will receive a record certificate and a 500 yen coupon that can be used at surrounding partner facilities!!
[Event Overview]・Event name: “Kaike Quest”・Participation fee: 500 yen/group (*Price is per GPS.*Customers will be responsible for any additional transportation costs such as rental bicycles.)・Holding Period: November 14th (Tuesday) to December 24th (Sunday), 2023, 8:30-18:00 (*Please contact us as the final reception time varies depending on the course.)・Venue: Yonago, Tottori Prefecture 3-1-1 Kaike Onsen, Ichi (Reception begins at the Kaike Onsen Ryokan Association)・Homepage: https://www.kaike-onsen.com/・Sponsor: Kaike Onsen Inn Association・Sponsor: Agreement with Tobu Top Tours Co., Ltd. Ryokan and Hotel Federation China Branch / Agreement Transport and Tourism Facilities Federation China Branch / Technical cooperation: Seiko Epson Corporation / Planning cooperation: Crestec Co., Ltd. ◆Two courses to choose from: walking and cycling!!
●Enjoy the “Seven Jewels Walking Course” while exploring the town of Kaike Onsen Kaike Onsen in Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture, has a history of over 100 years and is full of various attractions. If you take a leisurely trip around the area with Quest, you’ll be sure to discover charms that you wouldn’t have encountered if you just took a walk on your own, such as seaside scenery and historical sites. [Image 2
●While taking photos on the cycling course from Kaike Onsen to Sakaiminato!! “Yumigahama Photo Cycling Course” A course that starts at Kaike Onsen and goes back and forth along the seaside to the neighboring city of Sakaiminato. It’s about 15km one way, and you can enjoy it in about 3 hours round trip, admiring and taking photos of the various beautiful beaches.
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◆About Kaike Onsen Ryokan Association Kaike Onsen Ryokan Association (in Yonago City Tourism Center) 3-1-1 Kaike Onsen, Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture Phone: 0859-34-2888 Hours: 8:30-18:00 (irregular holidays) Website: https://www.kaike-onsen.com/