7 Historical Shizutani Japan's First School Kenji Chida Japan's first public school can be located in Okayama Prefecture, Bizen City. Opened in 1668 this school has been a place to..
14 Traditional The Bikan District, Kurashiki Ben Beechey The Bikan district in Kurashiki has a long history. It is home to many 17th century warehouses that sit along a picturesque river..
6 Museums Ohashi House Mandy Bartok The Ohashi House, an old samurai residence, sits just at the edge of the Bikan historical district in Kurashiki.
Historical Cycle the Kibi Plain Suwannee Payne Not far from Okayama is a place perfect for bicycle touring. It is called the Kibi Plain. The plain has a 17 Kilometer bicycle route..
Culture Kibitsujinja Shrine Featured A majestic temple in the Okayama Prefecture, where visitors can experience a unique ceremony of divination.
6 Temples & Shrines Raikyu-ji Temple Mandy Bartok Catch a renowned garden architect's lesser-known work at the Raikyu-ji temple in Bitchu Takahashi
Historical Okayama's Korakuen Kenji Chida One of Japan's three garden treasures, Korakuen has a history of over 300 years. Step back in time into the world of Lord Ikeda...
Culture Okayama On Two Wheels Kenji Chida Exploring Japan on two wheels is a great way to see the country and travel free and easy.