Outdoors 7 Destinations for Autumn Color in Okayama Kim Bergström Known for its blend of tranquil hot springs, historic castles, and beautifully preserved gardens, Okayama Prefecture comes alive..
Activities Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter (倉敷美観地区, Kurashiki Bikan Chiku) is a historic merchant quarter which used its central canal for delivering goods.
Activities Okayama Station Rory Jackson Okayama's main station is a centralized and convenient transit hub with a huge range of connecting train lines and transport..
13 Beach & Island The Great Seto Ohashi Bridge Leslie Taylor The Great Seto Ohashi Bridge - one of Japan's most spectacular and important bridges
7 Seasonal Hinase and Mushiage Oyster Markets Judith Mikami A great place to buy, eat and cook fresh oysters in season. Hinase in Bizen City and Mushiage in Setouchi City hold festivals and..
Activities Okayama Krispy Kreme Kenji Chida Krispy Kreme caused quite a rumble when it first opened in Japan. Okayama now has its very own store in Okayama Station.
Activities Hokubō Cosmos Festival 2026 Mid Oct On the second Sunday in October, a colorful cosmos festival takes place at the Hokubo Cosmos Square in Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture...
10 Outdoors A Day in Niimi City Judith Mikami Driving around Niimi City will surprise you with the pure beauty of nature and the beauty of man-made structures. A northern gem..