Embark on a journey to Okayama, Japan, where tradition meets modernity in a perfect blend. Join us as we uncover the hidden gems and cultural wonders that make Okayama a captivating destination. From the iconic Korakuen Garden to the historic Kurashiki Bikan District, experience the beauty of Okayama’s landscapes and the charm of its well-preserved Edo-period architecture. Discover the unique Okayama Castle and the spiritual atmosphere of Kibitsu Shrine. Dive into the local art scene at the Ohara Museum of Art and indulge in delicious local cuisine. This travel guide is your key to unlocking the treasures of Okayama, ensuring an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Japan!
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0:00 – Introduction
0:22 – Korakoen Garden
0:55 – Okayama Castle
1:22 – Folk Musem and Kurashiki
1:55 – Kibi Plain
2:30 – Naoshima Island and art museums
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Hello everyone and welcome to my channel where I share my travel experiences and tips with you today I’m going to show you the top things to do in okama Japan okama is a city in the chugoku region and it’s known for its beautiful Garden Castle and cultural attractions it’s
Also a great base to explore nearby islands and towns so let’s get started the first thing you have to do in okama is to visit the korakuen garden 1 this is one of the three best landscape Gardens in Japan and it’s absolutely stunning you can see ponds Bridges tea
Houses and seasonal flowers as well as a large rice field and a crane Avary the garden was built in the 17th century by the local Lord and it’s designed to be enjoyed from different angles and perspectives you can spend hours here just relaxing and admiring the scenery
Next you have to cross the river and check out the okama castle 2o this is a reconstruction of the original Castle that was destroyed in World War II but it still looks impressive the castle is also known as the crow Castle because of its black exterior inside you can learn
About the history and culture of okama and even try on some Samurai armor and kimono you can also enjoy a nice view of the garden and the City from the top floor if you’re interested in folk art and crafts you should visit the kurashiki folkcraft museum this is a
Small but Charming Museum that displays very items made by local Artisans such as Pottery textiles lacquerware and Dolls the museum is located in the historic Canal area of kurashiki which is another attraction you shouldn’t miss the canal is lined with old warehouses and shops that have been converted into
Museums Galleries and cafes you can take a boat ride along the canal or just stroll around and enjoy the atmosphere another thing you can do in okama is to go on a cycling tour of the the K plane 4 this is a rural area that has many
Shrines temples and tombs as well as rice fields and Orchards you can rent a bike at the Bean enomia Station and follow a 17 km route that takes you to the main sites some of the highlights are the kitsu shrine which is said to be the inspiration for the legend of mamaro
The Peach Boy and the tukuri kofun which is an ancient burial mound if you have more time you can also take a day trip to naosima Island 5 which is famous for its Modern Art you can take a ferry from Uno Port which is about an hour away
From okama by train on the island you can see various artworks and installations both indoors and Outdoors some of the most popular ones are the chichu art museum which is built underground and features works by Monae James Terell and Walter demaria and the yayoi kusama’s Pumpkin which is a giant
Yellow sculpture on the shore so these are some of the top things to do in okama Japan I hope you enjoyed this video and if you did please give it a like share it with your friends and subscribe to my channel for More Travel videos thank you for watching and see
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