[2025 Edition] From Osaka! A Classic 3-Day, 2-Night Tour of Okayama and Hiroshima
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Discover the charm of Okayama and Hiroshima on a convenient 3-day, 2-night trip from Osaka! Enjoy historical landmarks, cultural experiences, stunning landscapes, and savor local gourmet specialties with this classic itinerary.
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Okayama Prefecture is located in the Chuo of Western Japan, and is known as the "Land of Sunshine" due to its warm climate and little rain throughout the year. It is conveniently located halfway between famous tourist spots such as Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima, and is also the gateway to Shikoku via the Great Seto Bridge. Okayama is also known as the "Fruit Kingdom," and the fruits that grow in the warm climate of the Seto Inland Sea and sunshine are of the highest quality in terms of sweetness, aroma, and flavor. You can enjoy seasonal fruits such as white peaches, Muscat grapes, and Pione grapes! Okayama is also home to world-famous tourist spots such as Okayama Castle, Okayama Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's three most famous gardens, and Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, which are renowned for their history, culture, and art!
Required time
2 nights 3 days
Transportation
Train
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On foot
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Ferry
Day 1: From Shin-Osaka Station to Okayama! Take the classic route!
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Shin-Osaka Station
About 45 minutes by Shinkansen "Nozomi"
2
Okayama station
Approximately 8 minutes from "Okayama Ekimae Station" to "Joka Station" on the tram
Approximately 9 minutes on foot
3
Okayama Castle (Ujo）
Approximately 4 minutes on foot
4
Okayama Korakuen Garden
Approximately 9 minutes on foot
Approximately 8 minutes from "Joka Station" on the tram to "Okayama Ekimae Station"
Approximately 7 minutes on foot
5
AEON MALL Okayama
Approximately 5 minutes on foot
Sanyo Main Line: From JR Okayama Station to JR Kurashiki Station (approx. 17 minutes)
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Kurashiki Station Tourist Information Center
Approximately 17 minutes on foot
7
Kimono Rental CHACHA Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter Store
Rent a kimono and stroll around Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter to your favorite spot.
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Kurashiki denim street
9
Kurashiki Riverboat tour
10
Ohara Museum of Art
11
Kataraiza Ohara Main Residence (Former Ohara Family Residence)
12
Hayashi Genjuro Shoten
13
Kurashiki Momoko Kurashiki main store
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Kurashiki Ivy Square
Stay at a hotel near Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter and JR Kurashiki Station
Day 2: Enjoy the charm of the tranquil Seto Inland Sea and Onomichi
About 1 hour from JR Kurashiki Station on the Sanyo Main Line
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JR Onomichi Station
Approximately 15 minutes on foot
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Mount Senkoji Ropeway
You can book the Mount Senkoji Ropeway through Klook.
About 3 minutes by ropeway from "Sanroku Station" at the base of the mountain
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Senkoji Park/Top Observation Deck (PEAK)
Stroll around Senkoji Temple
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Cat Trail
Approximately 8 minutes on foot
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Onomichi Ramen Ichibankan Main Branch
Take a leisurely stroll along the coastal road, where you can see the Onomichi Strait with ferries coming and going
Approximately 20 minutes on foot
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Onomichi rain 2
Approximately 7 minutes on foot
About 1 hour from JR Onomichi Station on the Sanyo Main Line
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Hiroshima Station
Directly connected to the Shinkansen exit of Hiroshima Station! Enjoy Hiroshima's specialty "okonomiyaki" for dinner
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Okonomiyaki Mitchan Main Branch Ekie Branch
Stay overnight in Hiroshima city
Day 3: Praying for peace and visiting the spectacular World Heritage site of Miyajima
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Peace Memorial Park
Approximately 2 minutes walk
About 50 minutes by boat from "Motoyasu Pier"
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Miyajima Ferry Terminal
About 15 minutes on foot. On the way, have lunch at a gourmet restaurant where you can taste delicious Hiroshima oysters.
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Itsukushima shrine
Approximately 13 minutes on foot
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Misen Ropeway
The ride from Momijidani Station to the final destination, Shishiiwa Station, takes about 15 minutes, and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons from the sky. You can see the Seto Inland Sea, Itsukushima Shrine, and Hatsukaichi cityscape, and an even more spectacular view from the top of the mountain. Enjoy the natural beauty of Miyajima on a comfortable ride.
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Misen
After exploring Mt. Misen, we took the ropeway back down the mountain.
About 15 minutes walk from Ropeway Momijidani Station
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Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street
Miyajima (Itsukushima) is a mysterious island where nature and history coexist in harmony. The World Heritage Site of Itsukushima Shrine, the large torii gate towering over the sea, and the spectacular view from Mount Misen all attract visitors. There are plenty of gourmet and cultural experiences to enjoy, such as tasting local oysters and conger eel rice, and strolling through the Omotesando shopping arcade. The illuminated Itsukushima Shrine and the large torii gate at dusk are particularly moving, making for a fitting finale to your trip. Leaving behind special memories on Miyajima, it's time for the next trip!
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Miyajima Ferry Terminal
Approximately 10 minutes by ferry
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Miyajimaguchi Ferry Terminal
About 3 minutes walk to Miyajimaguchi Station
About 30 minutes on the Sanyo Main Line
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Hiroshima Station
Spots introduced in this model course
Okayama Prefecture is located in the Chuo of Western Japan, and is known as the "Land of Sunshine" due to its warm climate and little rain throughout the year. It is conveniently located halfway between famous tourist spots such as Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima, and is also the gateway to Shikoku via the Great Seto Bridge. Okayama is also known as the "Fruit Kingdom," and the fruits that grow in the warm climate of the Seto Inland Sea and sunshine are of the highest quality in terms of sweetness, aroma, and flavor. You can enjoy seasonal fruits such as white peaches, Muscat grapes, and Pione grapes! Okayama is also home to world-famous tourist spots such as Okayama Castle, Okayama Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's three most famous gardens, and Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, which are renowned for their history, culture, and art!
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