6 Culture Ohashi House Mandy Bartok The Ohashi House, an old samurai residence, sits just at the edge of the Bikan historical district in Kurashiki.
Nightlife Gensou-Teien at Okayama's Korakuen Andrea Miyata Enjoy a night out at Korakuen in Okayama city when the garden is lit up for this annual special summer event
Food Copio Gelato Rory Jackson Explore unique gelato flavours in a mediterranean summer setting half way up the hill in Ushimado.
11 Accommodation Okayama International Hotel Rory Jackson The Okayama International Hotel is a large luxury hotel on the top of the hill in the Higashiyama area.
Shopping Olive Palace Rory Jackson A hilltop lookout that provides a café and shop with a variety of local produce and an olive theme.
Accommodation Ushimado International Villa Rory Jackson This mountain-side villa feels like luxury with clean and spacious living and amazing views, but the hike home each day can be a..
Culture An exhibition of Yoshimura Yoshio Rory Jackson Yoshimura Yoshio has produced some curious and elaborate drawings that are laid bare for all to see in this elaborate art exhibition..
Culture Mizushima Central Park Kenji Chida Mizushima Central Park is a popular place to exercise or just relax in this industrial town.