Known as the "Land of Sunshine", Okayama promises to add cheer to your travel with its great weather. A land blessed with sublime fruits, charismatic historical sites and even Momotaro — Japan's most famous folk tale character — it's sure to give you awesome times!
1) Visit Korakuen Garden
Take a leisurely stroll along the Asahi River at one of Japan's top 3 gardens and cast an appreciative eye over how the nearby Okayama Castle lends an air of nobility to the garden grounds.
2) Eat muscat grapes and peaches
Okayama's warm weather is said to be conducive for the growing of grapes and peaches, so have a hearty feast with these big, juicy and tender delights!
3) Visit Kibitsu Shrine
The majestic Kibitsu Shrine nestled high up in the mountains will capture your attention once you walk towards it from Kibitsu station. Don't forget to snap a few photos of the striking double-gabled roof of the main hall, also known as "Kibi Zukuri".
4) Buy a pair of Kojima Jeans
As some manufacturers still insist to indigo dye cotton by hand using leaves from indigo plants, you can be sure your pair of jeans bought at Kojima — the birthplace of Japanese denim — will always appear as good as new!
5) Take a photo with Momotaro
A visit to Okayama won't be complete without a picture with Momotaro, the boy who was so sincere that a monkey, dog, and pheasant joined him in his quest to subdue demons. So pose for the kill with the statue of Momotaro and his animal friends at Okayama Station!