Culture Niimi City Samurai Parade 2026 Thursday - Oct 15th Niimi City Samurai Parade a 300 year tradition that is celebrated every year on October 15th. A festival that brings the locals..
Food Okayama Doppo Beer Judith Mikami Okayama City micro-brewer Doppo Beer makes a great selection of beer for all seasons. Muscat, peach, dark and white chocolate plus..
Culture Shiraishi Island Paradise Joanne Wong Nestled in the bosom of the Seto Inland Sea in Okayama Prefecture, tiny, quirky Shiraishi Island is truly a great discovery.
Culture Nishiwaki Beach near Ushimado Judith Mikami A beach area that has the usual attractions of sand and swimming. But the views of Shodoshima Island as well as the coast of Kagawa..
Culture Nariwa Museum of Art Judith Mikami Nariwa Museum of Art is dedicated to Torajiro Kojima who was born in Nariwa Town in 1881. An impressionist painter who work is considered..
Accommodation Kuroshiomaru Pension at Ushimado Pension Village Judith Mikami A relaxing activity retreat in Ushimado Town. Romantic sea views, interesting pension owners and kayaking to add a new perspective..
Nightlife Bisei Astronomical Observatory Judith Mikami Bisei Astronomical Observatory is considered one of the best locations in Japan to stargaze. Bisei Town has a lot more to offer..
Shopping Kurashiki City - Honmachi Street Kenji Chida HONMACHI is one of those places where you walk around and imagine where the water might have been. Here you find coffee shops, cafes,..