Tottori, Tottori facts for kids
Tottori (鳥取市, Tottori-shi) is the capital capital city of Tottori Prefecture on the island of Honshu.
It has been recognized as a special city since 2005.
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History
Tottori Castle was established by Yamana Nobumichi in 1545. The castle town grew at the base of the mountain where the castle was built.
Tottori was incorporated as a city on October 1, 1889.
The city was damaged by a great earthquake in 1942 and by a great fire in 1952.
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Images for kids
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Skyline of Tottori City from Tottori Castle
See also
In Spanish: Tottori (Tottori) para niños
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