Japan's hidden gems : 5 retro townscapes to visit in Okayama
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Okayama Prefecture has many retro townscapes filled with historical charm, and is very easily accessible from the Kansai region, with Okayama Station just an hour away by Shinkansen from Kyoto/Shin-Osaka Station. In this article, we will introduce five particularly recommended townscapes.
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- [Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter] A journey to experience the traditional white-walled streets and history
- [Fukiya Furusato Village] Experience historical Japan in a beautiful Bengala-colored townscape
- [Katsuyama Townscape Preservation District] A town where history and art come together
- [Tsuyama Castle Town] A trip to enjoy Japanese history and fine cuisine
- [About 30 minutes by bus from Fukuyama Station] Enjoy Japanese history and delicious food in the good old port town of Tomonoura!
[Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter] A journey to experience the traditional white-walled streets and history
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter is a beautiful tourist destination where traditional Japanese scenery blends with modern charm. It is a charming area lined with white-walled storehouses and black-tiled roofs that date back to the Edo period, and willow trees line the river. It is a great spot for taking photos, with an atmosphere that makes you feel like you have traveled back in time to old Japan.
There are also many shops and cafes where you can enjoy local specialties such as traditional crafts and denim products, making for a great place to eat and shop.
Access: 10 minutes on foot from JR Kurashiki Station
[Fukiya Furusato Village] Experience historical Japan in a beautiful Bengala-colored townscape
This village prospered from copper mining and the production of Bengala (a red clay pigment) between 1600 and 1912, and even today, buildings painted with Bengala still stand side by side. The uniformly reddish-brown streets have a unique atmosphere that is unlike any other, making you feel as if you have traveled back in time. Surrounded by nature, the village has a quiet, relaxing atmosphere where you can enjoy the scenery of each season. You can also experience Bengala dyeing and make your own original accessories, which make great souvenirs.
Access: 1.5 hours by car from Okayama Station
[Katsuyama Townscape Preservation District] A town where history and art come together
It is a beautiful historical area that strongly retains the atmosphere of Japan from around 1600 to 1868, and the streets lined with merchant houses are decorated with "noren" curtains. These "noren" curtains are a fusion of local tradition and modern art, and each shop has a unique design, making it fun to stroll around wondering "What kind of shop is this?"
The historic streets and relaxed atmosphere are perfect for relaxing and forgetting about time. There are also long-established sake breweries and facilities where you can experience local culture and crafts such as dyeing, allowing you to experience traditional Japanese culture.
Access: 5 minutes on foot from JR Chugoku Katsuyama Station
[Tsuyama Castle Town] A trip to enjoy Japanese history and fine cuisine
The castle town of Tsuyama City is an attractive spot that still retains the atmosphere of the period from 1600 to 1868. The ruins of Tsuyama Castle have been developed into Kakuzan Park, where visitors can enjoy beautiful scenery throughout the seasons, and the cherry blossoms in full bloom in spring are particularly captivating to visitors.
The castle town is lined with traditional merchants' houses and old folk houses, creating a landscape that evokes history. In recent years, art spaces have been renovated from old folk houses, and you can enjoy local specialties and handicrafts such as Sakushu Kasuri while strolling around.
You can also enjoy dishes made with local ingredients, such as Tsuyama specialties "Tsuyama Offal Udon" and "beef dishes," allowing you to fully enjoy the charm of Tsuyama through food.
Access: 15 minutes on foot from JR Tsuyama Station
[About 30 minutes by bus from Fukuyama Station] Enjoy Japanese history and delicious food in the good old port town of Tomonoura!
Tomonoura is a beautiful historic port town along the Seto Inland Sea. It has flourished as a commercial hub since ancient times, and even today, buildings and scenery from the Edo period remain. This town, which has also been the setting for numerous movies and the anime "Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea," is charming with its unique atmosphere created by the calm sea, cobblestone streets, and old townscape.
As a port town, you can also enjoy fresh seafood, so you can enjoy food here. It is a place where you can experience Japanese tradition and natural beauty at the same time, strolling around historical buildings and relaxing while gazing at the sea.
Access: 30 minutes by bus from JR Fukuyama Station
Since our founding in 1971, we have been handling domestic and international travel for over 50 years, and in recent years have expanded our inbound business to include tourists visiting Japan. In particular, our inbound business not only involves arranging accommodation and transportation throughout Japan, mainly in the Seto Inland Sea area, but also arranging international exchange events such as company inspections, medical checkups, and school visits by partnering with medical institutions and local governments, providing excitement and joy to foreign visitors visitors to Japan. Ryobi Tours Co., Ltd. General Website : https://www.ryobi-tours.jp/ Recruitment type package tour Friends Pack https://friendspack.jp/ Setouchi Triennale Official Tourhttps ://ryobi.gr.jp/setouchi-artfest/
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