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Daisen-Oki NP, Tottori
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At its 2018 reopening, the Centre welcomed visitors with Daisen Sōhei-daiko—“warrior-monk drums.” The local performance revives a drum tradition recorded in Daisenji documents, honoring the temple’s once-powerful warrior monks.
The Centre’s 2018 upgrade introduced an electronic trail bulletin where hikers could share mountain reports. Digital screens also presented park, nature and route information in Japanese, English, Chinese and Korean.
From the Centre’s second-floor terrace, the view can reach far beyond Mt. Daisen: the Shimane Peninsula, Mt. Sanbe and the Oki Islands are also visible, with the Sea of Japan stretching between mountain and island scenery.
The Centre is built with Daisen in mind: local red pine is used inside, while andesite from the mountain forms the exterior. The finish even includes kakishibu, a traditional coating made from fermented persimmons.
The Centre was designed with small environmental choices built in: rooftop solar panels supply part of its electricity, bathrooms collect rainwater, and insulated walls and double-pane windows help reduce heating and cooling needs.
