Famous sites of Okayama that have breathtaking “Japanese beauty” spanning from the Edo Era to modern times are seen here including a castle, a garden and ancient townscapes. Along with Okayama Koraku-en Garden that is considered to be one of the three top gardens in Japan, you will also visit the nostalgic city of Kurashiki which has retained its old streets that have been used as the setting for movies and TV dramas.
Day 1
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10:00 AM
Okayama Koraku-enVisit Okayama Koraku-en Garden which is one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, and take a walk through this 300-year-old daimyo garden. You will truly appreciate the beauty of this Japanese-style garden that has earned 3 stars in the Michelin Green Guide.
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11:00 AM
Okayama CastleTour Okayama Castle that towers over Koraku-en Garden. Due to its jet-black appearance that resembles the color of crows, it has been nicknamed “U-jo” (Crow Castle). You can try on some kimono on the 2nd floor of the castle tower and on the highest level of the tower, you can get a panoramic view of Koraku-en and the city.
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13:00 PM
Kurashiki Ivy SquareA former 19th-century spinning mill, the red-brick buildings have been renovated to become a multi-purpose facility. Along with a restaurant that serves genuine Japanese and Western cuisine, you can also get fast food easily here so this is a good place for lunch.
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14:00 PM
Kurashiki Bikan Historical QuarterLocated along the Kurashiki River, this is an area that has preserved the old traditional Japanese architecture as well as a contemporary retro-modern townscape. It has become the location for the filming of numerous movies and dramas, so take a stroll here while admiring the beautiful streets.
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15:00 PM
Ohara Museum of ArtThis is a museum located in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter with an impressive entrance built in the style of a Greek shrine. It first opened in 1930 as Japan’s first private art museum centering on Western art. Along with the works of Western masters such as El Greco, Renoir and Monet, you can also see the works of Japanese artists including Yuzo Saeki and Ryusei Kishida.
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16:10 PM
Kurashiki Denim StreetA street of denim goods shops dealing with products made in Kojima, where is famous for the birthplace of Japan’s denim industry in Kurashiki city. Here you can purchase high-quality denim items including clothes and bags.
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