Okayama is an attractive prefecture that beautifully combines nature and rich history. It is especially known for Korakuen, famous for the Momotaro legend, the national treasure Okayama Castle, and farms where visitors can enjoy delicious Okayama peaches and grapes.
Kurashiki Bikan District is a famous spot in Okayama Prefecture, featuring beautiful streets that retain the atmosphere of the Edo period. You can enjoy the picturesque scenery along the Kurashiki River, lined with white-walled storehouses and beautiful willow trees, while indulging in traditional crafts and delicious local cuisine.
The Kurashiki-Sōja-Ikasa area is a culturally rich spot where you can enjoy the beautiful old townscape of the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Area, the ancient shrines scattered throughout Sōja City, and the traditional crafts known in the Ikasa region. In particular, the white-walled townscape of Kurashiki and the Kibitsu Shrine in Sōja are worth a visit, offering a wonderful experience that blends history and nature.
Naoshima, Teshima, and Inujima are beautiful islands where art and nature blend, known as a sanctuary for contemporary art. The unique art installations and picturesque landscapes, such as the Chichu Art Museum on Naoshima, the Teshima Art Museum on Teshima, and the ruins of the Inujima Seirensho, captivate visitors.
The Okayama, Tamano, and Bizen area is known as the hometown of the Momotaro legend, a charming region where beautiful natural landscapes and historical culture blend together. It is particularly famous for Bizen pottery, and visitors can experience the allure of traditional crafts. Additionally, the beautiful coastline of Tamano City and the picturesque gardens of Okayama Korakuen are also worth visiting.
The Takahashi and Niimi area is a region characterized by beautiful natural landscapes and historical cultural heritage. In particular, the Takahashi River in Takahashi City and the Niimi Art Museum in Niimi City attract visitors, and you can also enjoy local traditional crafts and festivals.
The Tsuyama, Mimasaka, and Hiruzan area is a place where rich nature and historical charm blend together. Tsuyama Castle, the hot springs of Mimasaka, and the beautiful scenery of Hiruzan Plateau offer healing and inspiration to visitors, as well as the opportunity to enjoy local traditional culture and delicious local cuisine.
Yubara Onsen-kyo is a beautiful hot spring area located in Okayama Prefecture, known for its tranquil environment surrounded by nature. In particular, the famous 'Yubara Onsen open-air bath' is a popular spot among many tourists, allowing visitors to heal their body and mind while enjoying the seasonal landscapes.
Yugō Onsen is a historic hot spring area located in Okayama Prefecture, surrounded by beautiful nature, offering a tranquil environment. In the hot spring town, you can enjoy natural hot springs and local specialties, providing a blissful moment for both body and mind to refresh.
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, you’d want to include things that you can only see or experience during that specific time in your itinerary, right? This time, we will introduce the situation, events, and recommended spots in Japan in March for those who are interested. *Please note that the dates of the events introduced […]
History and Features of Gero Onsen History The origins of “Gero Onsen” can be traced back to the Heian period (947–957). During the Edo period, the Confucian scholar Hayashi Razan praised it as one of the “Three Great Hot Springs of Japan” alongside “Arima Onsen” and “Kusatsu Onsen.” Water Quality and Benefits The water quality […]
Summary This time I went bar hopping in Okayama and enjoyed local sake and food of Okayama! There are many izakaya near Okayama Station. Okayama prefecture is renowned for its rich history, cultural heritage, and stunning natural scenery. Famous for producing high-quality fruits like peaches and grapes, it’s a perfect spot for sightseeing. Enjoy an […]
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for October in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. *Please note that […]
Summary This time we visited Kasaoka and Kitagishima for one night and two days. This is the plan for the second day.Explore Kitagishima by renting a bicycle.Blessed with warm people, I felt sentimental when I left the island✨I definitely want to go back! In addition, we had a great time visiting a recommended confectionery store […]
Summary This time we visited Kasaoka and Kitagishima for one night and two days. Here is the plan for the first day.Take a sightseeing train with a very nice design from Okayama Station and get off at Kasaoka Station, where the train stops for a limited time only. After filling our stomachs with popular local […]
Summary This time, I rode my bicycle around Hiruzen in a circle.It felt really good to pedal my bicycle and run through nature while feeling it with my whole body, The smell of grass, soil, and flowers, the gushing cold springs, the vast greenery, and the animals… I was once again reminded how wonderful and […]
Summary In this issue, I will introduce illuminations in Okayama, Hiroshima, and Yamaguchi in a relay format.It is recommended to visit nearby spots or tour all of them! Please refer to the illumination only during the winter season! *Please note that information and prices listed are subject to change. Travel Itinerary Okayama Station（岡山駅） In this […]
Summary This time, we rented a car and enjoyed a road trip.There were so many places I wanted to visit that I didn’t get around to all of them, so I want to revisit them again.I recommend Okutsu Onsen! Please refer to this page! *Please note that information and prices listed are subject to change. […]
Summary I used a round-trip pass to eat all the gourmet food in Okayama in three days and two nights. Starting with kakioko (Okonomiyaki with oysters), Okayama is home to many exquisite local delicacies such as horumon udon and Kasaoka ramen! The “Round Trip Pass” is a convenient and too-beneficial ticket that allows you to […]
Summary I used a round-trip pass to eat all the gourmet food in Okayama in three days and two nights. Starting with kakioko (Okonomiyaki with oysters), Okayama is home to many exquisite local delicacies such as horumon udon and Kasaoka ramen! The “Round Trip Pass” is a convenient and too-beneficial ticket that allows you to […]
Summary This time, we went to Bingo-ochiai Station, an unexplored station in Hiroshima.The station is unmanned, with only one train every 1,2 hours and no station staff, and is tucked away deep in the mountains. It was a nice, quiet station with a sense of history, secretly popular among railroad enthusiasts. I was very satisfied […]
Summary This time, we will be ladling out extremely spicy ramen in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture.Kurashiki has a strong image of the Bikan Historical Quarter with its wonderful scenery, There are also restaurants where you can enjoy extremely spicy ramen! Please refer to this page! *Please note that information and prices listed are subject to change. […]
Summary This time, we went to Omotecho Shopping Street, a 6-minute bus ride from Okayama Station.We enjoyed both Japanese and Chinese food, and it was a very enjoyable barhopping experience! Please take a look at it to help you choose a restaurant. *Please note that information and prices listed are subject to change. Travel Itinerary […]
Summary This time, we had a “Hashigo-zake (Izakaya Hopping)” in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture, a sunny place facing the Seto Inland Sea. Unlike the Bikan Historical Quarter, there are three stores in the shopping district with a lively atmosphere where locals gather.All of the restaurants were warm enough for tourists to feel at home. Please take […]
Summary This time, we boarded the “SAKUBI-SAKURA” train to Tsuyama in Okayama Prefecture to see cherry blossoms in full bloom.The cherry blossoms had fallen a little, but… the illuminated Tsuyama Castle, the delicious food, and the warm-hearted people of Tsuyama made me want to go back! It was an enjoyable trip that made me want […]
Summary This time, we will introduce our weekend trip to the islands of Kagawa, Day 1 and Day 2.This 3-day/2-night plan leaves Tokyo on Friday night after work or school and spends Saturday and Sunday touring the island. I had an image of islands as being very far away, but it’s much easier than you […]
Summary Introducing the third day of a weekend trip to the islands of Kagawa.Plan to leave Tokyo on Friday night after work or school and tour the island on Saturday and Sunday.I had an image of islands as being very far away, but it is surprisingly easy to get there! On the last day, we […]
Summary This time, I used the “Okayama-Kagawa Wide Pass” (an unlimited-ride ticket that includes JR, ship, and bus services in Okayama, Kagawa, and Shodoshima), which can be purchased via the setowa app, for a 3-day/2-night trip to enjoy the spectacular scenery of Shodoshima and Kagawa.The sea is beautiful, and Kagawa specialties such as somen noodles […]
Summary This time, I used the “Okayama-Kagawa Wide Pass” (an unlimited-ride ticket that includes JR, ship, and bus services in Okayama, Kagawa, and Shodoshima), which can be purchased via the setowa app, for a 3-day/2-night trip to enjoy the spectacular scenery of Shodoshima and Kagawa.The sea is beautiful, and Kagawa specialties such as somen noodles […]
Summary This time, I used the “Okayama-Kagawa Wide Pass” (an unlimited-ride ticket that includes JR, ship, and bus services in Okayama, Kagawa, and Shodoshima), which can be purchased via the setowa app, for a 3-day/2-night trip to enjoy the spectacular scenery of Shodoshima and Kagawa. The sea is beautiful, and Kagawa specialties such as somen […]
Summary Sanagi Island in the Seto Inland Sea is also known as Cat Island and is famous for its many cats.This time, the boat trip started in the evening, so we were able to see the sunset just from the boat.The Neconoshima Hostel where we stayed was a unique room with a school motif, and […]
Table of Contents Summary Okayama Prefecture is a fruit kingdom. This time, we took a bus for a relaxing half-day trip to pick white peaches, which were just in season.In addition to the freshly picked peaches, the white peach parfait we had at a cafe near the station at the end of the tour was […]
Summary Nicknamed “Okayama, Land of Sunshine,” Okayama Prefecture is known by its residents for its mild climate and low precipitation. Kojima, which we visited this time, is a small town located in the southern part of Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture. We will introduce sightseeing in Kojima where you can enjoy mountains, ocean, gourmet food, and […]
Summary Nicknamed “Okayama, Land of Sunshine,” Okayama Prefecture is known by its residents for its mild climate and low precipitation. This time, we will take a 2-day/1-night road trip to the mountain side of Okayama Prefecture.We were blessed with fine weather, ate a lot of delicious food, went to a hot spring, and had a […]
Table of Contents Summary Nicknamed “Okayama, Land of Sunshine,” Okayama Prefecture is known by its residents for its mild climate and low precipitation. Kojima, which we visited this time, is a small town located in the southern part of Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture. From Kojima Station, rent a car and drive to various spots for […]
Table of Contents Summary Okayama Prefecture, nicknamed the “Land of Sunshine, Okayama,” is known by its residents for its mild climate and low precipitation.This time, I went alone to the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, which is a famous sightseeing spot and especially popular among tourists. I knew it would always be really nice✨You will definitely […]
Table of Contents Summary Okayama Prefecture is nicknamed the “Land of Sunshine, Okayama,” and is known for its mild climate and low precipitation.Kurashiki is a typical sightseeing spot in Okayama, but I actually recommend Ushimado as well ✨It is said to be the Aegean Sea of Japan, with spectacular spots such as “Kuroshima Venus Road” […]
Table of Contents Summary Okayama Prefecture, nicknamed the “Land of Sunshine, Okayama,” is known by its residents for its mild climate and low precipitation.This time, we are going on a one-day excursion to the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, one of the most popular and well-known sightseeing spots. Known as a castle town, transportation hub, and […]
Table of Contents Summary Okayama Prefecture, nicknamed “sunny Okayama” by its residents, is characterized by its mild climate and low precipitation.This time, we will take you on a one-day trip to four such castles in Okayama Prefecture, where you can also enjoy gourmet food.The castle is recommended as a fun place to walk or hike […]
Table of Contents Summary The Seto Inland Sea is the largest inland sea in Japan, surrounded by Honshu and Shikoku, and dotted with approximately 700 islands of various sizes. These islands are easily accessible by ferry or passenger boat, and are visited by many tourists from Japan and abroad. This time, we visited Naoshima and […]
Cherry blossoms are symbolic flowers that add color to Japan’s rich culture and beautiful scenery. Every spring, many people enjoy viewing cherry blossoms. Cherry blossoms are especially beloved among the four seasons in Japan and are a precious reminder of the changing seasons. This article introduces famous cherry blossom viewing spots scattered throughout Japan. We […]
Japanese castles attract a great deal of attention both in Japan and abroad for their history and their grandeur and beauty. This article introduces 11 of the many famous castles located throughout Japan. We recommend visiting them when you travel to Japan to enjoy learning about each castle’s historical role and background, and experience the […]
Summary Kasaoka Islands in Kasaoka City, Okayama Prefecture, form a cluster of 31 islands in the Seto Inland Sea. This time, I visited two of them: Manabe-shima Island and Shiraishi-jima Island, alone! I was blessed with the weather that only the Seto Inland Sea can offer, and the sound of the waves soothed me throughout […]
Summary This time we rented a car and drove around Kasaoka and Fukuyama 🚗✨. Stylish cafes, grocery stores, and a night at a special inn 🥰. We ate delicious food and visited many fashionable spots 👭💖. *Please note that information and prices listed are subject to change. Travel Itinerary 10:30am Fukuyama Station（福山駅） We start from […]
