Tottori's Sand Dunes (4'28")

The great sand dunes of Tottori, in western Japan, are about 16 km long by 2 km deep. Tottori is also famous for cultivating “Rakkyo” a type of scallions that thrives in dry conditions. Among the area's many attractions for visitors are a sand art museum where sculptures made with just sand and water depict the world's cultures. The sand in the dunes is similar to that on the moon, making it an ideal testing ground for lunar explorers.