Gosho Aoyama Spots in Japan

Gosho Aoyama, born on June 21, 1963, is a manga artist from Tottori Prefecture. His best-known work, Detective Conan, has become a long-running bestseller with over 270 million copies in circulation worldwide, and is regarded as a landmark in the mystery-manga genre.

After making his debut in 1986 when Wait a Minute won an award in Shogakukan’s New Comic Artist Contest, he began serializing Magic Kaito in 1987 and YAIBA in Weekly Shonen Sunday in 1988. In 1994, he started serializing Detective Conan. Although it was initially expected to be a short-term series, it celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2024 and has since expanded into a TV anime, 28 feature films (as of 2025), and even live-action adaptations.

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Gosho Aoyama Manga Factory

Conan Street

Conan's House Beika Shopping Street

Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport

Gosho Aoyama Manga Factory

A museum dedicated to celebrating the achievements of manga artist Gosho Aoyama. Inside, you can find a replica of his workspace, interactive exhibits featuring inventions and tricks from "Detective Conan," and displays of precious original artwork. Located in his hometown of Hokuei, Tottori, it attracts many fans from both Japan and abroad.

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Conan Street

A 1.4 km long road that stretches from JR Yura Station (Conan Station) to the Gosho Aoyama Manga Factory. Along the way, you'll find bronze statues, colorful monuments, and manhole covers featuring characters from "Detective Conan," allowing you to enjoy the world of Conan while exploring the town.

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Conan's House Beika Shopping Street

A themed commercial complex based on the world of "Detective Conan." It features a gate modeled after the Kudo family residence and includes a café that replicates Café Poirot, as well as a shop selling original merchandise. It is a popular spot for fans to gather and further experience the world of the series.

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Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport

The nickname for Tottori Airport, the gateway to Tottori Prefecture. It was named after creator Gosho Aoyama, who is a native of the prefecture. The airport is filled with large character displays, trick art, and reproductions of original drawings, making it a popular destination not only for air travelers but also for many tourists.

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