Okayama Prefecture

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Kojima Jeans Bus: The Sightseeing Bus for Denim Lovers

Kojima Jeans Bus (児島ジーンズバス) If you like denim, the Kojima District in Okayama Prefecture is a must-visit destination for you. The denim decoration surrounds you as soon as you get to Kojima Station (児島駅). But, the denim decorations don’t just stop at the vending machines, the coin-operated lockers, or the ticket gates at the station. […]

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The Best Machiya Inns at Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter during the day is awesome, but nighttime is even better with the beautiful lights lining the walkways and historical buildings! So why not spend a night at this amazing destination in Japan? The atmosphere here at night is completely different from the vibe during the day, especially with lesser crowds!

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Yuurin-an Kurashiki Guide: Menu, Famous Pudding & Experiences

If you are wandering through the white-walled streets of the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, you have likely heard whispers about a small, traditional cafe serving ‘Happiness Pudding.’ Yuurin-an (有鄰庵) has become an iconic stop for travelers looking to experience the authentic atmosphere of Okayama. In this guide, we will take you inside this charming historic

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Shōshūhō and the Magnificent View of the Seto Inland Sea

Have you heard of the Seto Ohashi Bridge (瀬戸大橋)? It is currently the world’s longest 2-tiered bridge system! With a total length of 13.1 km, it takes approximately 20 minutes to cross that bridge by car or train. If you want to see this record-breaking world bridge that crosses five small islands in the Seto

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