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Okayama Prefecture

Okayama Prefecture, known as the "Land of Sunshine," is blessed with a mild climate. Visitors can enjoy diverse tourist attractions including beautiful gardens, historical townscapes, and islands in the Seto Inland Sea, as well as rich food culture.
- LOCATION: Southeastern part of Chugoku region
- RECOMMENDED SPOTS: Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, Korakuen Garden, Mt. Washuzan, Kibitsu Shrine
- MUST-TRY FOODS: Mamakari sushi, Demi-katsudon, Hinase kakioko (oyster okonomiyaki), Okayama white peaches
- LOCAL SPECIALITIES: Bizen pottery, Jeans, Muscat grapes
- About 1 hour 15 minutes by plane from TOKYO
- MASCOT: Momotchi and Uratchi
(Image : ©Okayama Prefecture ももっち・うらっち)

Okayama Prefecture Gourmet

Okayama, the Supreme Fruit Kingdom.

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Chugoku Shikoku region Tourist attraction

Spring Journey: Breathtaking Cherry Blossom Spots in the Chugoku and Shikoku Regions of Japan.

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Okayama Prefecture Tourist attraction

Walking through the beautiful, white-walled streets of the “Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter”

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Chugoku Shikoku region Tourist attraction

Autumn Journey: Stunning Fall Foliage Spots in the Chugoku and Shikoku Regions.

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Okayama Prefecture Nature

【Okayama, Osafune, Hand-Kneading】With Original Seat Included! Plenty of Clay at 1kg! Enjoy 2 hours of pottery experience freely at the pottery studio.

[Available for purchase on this site!]Bizen ware has a history of over 2000 years, during which the technique of firing without using …

Okayama Prefecture Nature

【Okayama, Ushimado, Uninhabited Island Experience】If in doubt, choose this! Unlimited time! Explore Kuroshima freely with a private charter!

【Available for purchase on this site!】Kuroshima is just a 5-minute boat ride from Honshu. Whether you want to play in the sea, have a …

Okayama Prefecture Tourist attraction

【Okayama, Ushimado, Cruising】Private Charter! Seto Inland Sea 1-Hour Cruise 

【Available for purchase on this site!】Would you like to experience the multi-island beauty of the Seto Inland Sea, often referred to a…