Warabekan

A museum of children's songs and toys that is popular among visitors of all ages!

Located about a 5-minute drive from Tottori Station, this museum is dedicated to children's songs and folk songs, as well as toys. The three-story building features many hands-on exhibits that allow visitors to learn while playing, so visitors of all ages can have an enjoyable time together. In addition to toy-making experiences, kamishibai (picture-story shows), and workshops on traditional children's games, the museum also hosts concerts and other events.

This facility is a place for everyone to enjoy a nostalgic experience and relive their childhood days.

Basic Information

Address (Japanese)
680-0022 鳥取県鳥取市西町3-202
Opening Times
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (last admission at 4:30 p.m.)
Closed
Third Wednesday of each month (or the following day if Wednesday falls on a national holiday)
Year-end and New Year holidays (December 31, 2024 - January 3, 2025)
*Open every day in August
Prices
500 yen (senior high school students and younger; free admission for persons with disabilities and their caregivers)
250 yen (foreign visitors)
Access
・Approx. 5 minutes by bus from Tottori Station; alight at “Warabekan Mae.”
・Approx. 5 minutes by the 100 Yen Round Trip Bus Kururi (Green Route) from Tottori Station; alight at “Warabekan” and walk for about 5 minutes
・(Weekends and holidays only) Approx. 6 minutes by the Loop Kirinjishi Bus from Tottori Station; alight at “Warabekan.”
・Approx. 20 minutes on foot from Tottori Station
Car Park
20 semi-underground parking spaces, 65 outdoor parking spaces
Website
Official website

Nearby sightseeing spots

Tottori Castle Ruins/Kyusho Park

Tottori Castle Ruins/Kyusho Park

Tottori Prefectural Museum

Tottori Prefectural Museum

Jinpukaku, Hosen-an, and Horyuin Tei'en

Jinpukaku, Hosen-an, and Horyuin Tei'en

Machi Pal Tottori, Tottori City Furusato Bussankan

Machi Pal Tottori, Tottori City Furusato Bussankan

Tottori Folk Crafts Museum

Tottori Folk Crafts Museum

Kannon-in Temple Garden

Kannon-in Temple Garden

Tottori City History Museum Yamabikokan

Tottori City History Museum Yamabikokan

Tottori City International Tourist Support Center

Tottori City International Tourist Support Center

Tottori City Tourist Information Center

Tottori City Tourist Information Center

Tottori Toshogu Shrine (formerly Ochidani Shrine)

 Tottori Toshogu Shrine (formerly Ochidani Shrine)

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