Okayama
Okayama
Discover the best experiences, activities, and attractions in Okayama. From guided tours to iconic landmarks, find everything that makes your trip unforgettable.
Okayama Half-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Okayama! The jewel of Okayama City is Korakuen Garden, considered one of Japan's top three gardens. You can enjoy pink cherry blossoms in the spring, multi-colored maple trees in autumn, and the crow-black exterior of nearby Okayama Castle all year. Okayama also serves as a transportation hub, linking the Shinkansen to rail service on Shikoku Island. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Bizen Pottery Experience & Okayama Castle Walk
・Enjoy a hands-on Bizen pottery workshop for beginners ・Guided by a bilingual (English–Japanese) local expert ・Optional international pottery shipping Bizen-yaki, one of Japan’s oldest ceramic traditions, originated in Okayama. Its earthy tones and natural textures reflect wabi-sabi, the beauty of imperfection. Once favored by samurai and tea masters, it remains a living link to Japan’s heritage. Course options: Simple Okayama Castle & Korakuen Walk – No pottery included Pottery + Castle & Garden – Entrance fees included Pottery + Matcha at Castle or Garden – Includes tea break Pottery + Ryotei Lunch – Includes seasonal cuisine Notes: Bizen pottery is very popular; booking 1+ month ahead is recommended. Ending location depends on selected option.
Cooking and Eating Bara Sushi A Local Dish from Okayama
A housewife will help you make "bara sushi," a traditional Okayama home-cooked dish. You can learn about traditional food culture from her. The types of ingredients to add and the amount to serve are up to your preference.
<Enjoy with the five senses> Matcha making using a stone mill and pairing experience with tea sweets (with a souvenir of pesticide-free matcha from Okayama Prefecture)
This select tea shop in Kurashiki offers single-origin teas carefully selected from the farm as well as blended teas that create a deep flavor.We are trying to reinterpret the charm of Japanese tea in a modern way and deliver it to a wide range of people. In addition to the experience of grinding matcha tea with a stone mill and making your own, there is a pairing that allows you to choose your favorite tea sweet from mango confiture, warabi mochi, and wasanbon.With photogenic performances using 6 different matcha bowls and support in Japanese, English and traditional materials, this is a "five senses + social media" Japanese cultural experience ideal for international Travelers.
Okayama: Castle & Korakuen Garden Heritage Walk
Explore Okayama's rich history on a guided walking tour that highlights the monumental Okayama Castle and the stunning Korakuen Garden. Discover how these sites reflect the evolution of power, aesthetics, and political change in Japan from the medieval period to the early modern age. Walk through the historic pathways of Okayama Castle, where your guide shares the castle's strategic importance and its role in regional conflicts. Then, stroll through Korakuen, one of Japan's finest feudal gardens, and learn how such gardens expressed authority and cultural refinement. Choose between two starting points for convenience. - Guided tour connecting Okayama Castle and Korakuen Garden - Insight into Japan's political history from medieval to modern times - Two starting points available for flexible participation - Learn about the architectural and cultural significance of both landmarks
Okayama Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Okayama! The jewel of Okayama City is Korakuen Garden, considered one of Japan's top three gardens. You can enjoy pink cherry blossoms in the spring, multi-colored maple trees in autumn, and the crow-black exterior of nearby Okayama Castle all year. Okayama also serves as a transportation hub, linking the Shinkansen to rail service on Shikoku Island. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Half-Day Private Folk Crafts Tour with an Expert in Okayama
This is the only tour that allows you to visit the Kurashiki Museum of Folk Craft with a folk craft expert and a nationally-licensed guide! (As of September 2023) By touring the Kurashiki Museum of Folk Craft with a folk art expert and interpreter, who usually does not have written explanations of the exhibits, you can learn more about folk craft and the exhibits!
Okayama Korakuen Garden
Discover the charm and beauty of this amazing attraction — a must-visit for every traveler looking to immerse themselves in culture, adventure, and unforgettable memories.
Pune Okayama Friendship Garden
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Ohara Museum of Art (Ohara Bijutsukan)
Discover the charm and beauty of this amazing attraction — a must-visit for every traveler looking to immerse themselves in culture, adventure, and unforgettable memories.
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter (Kurashiki Bikan Chiku)
Discover the charm and beauty of this amazing attraction — a must-visit for every traveler looking to immerse themselves in culture, adventure, and unforgettable memories.










