Okayama
Okayama Prefecture is known for its delicious fruits and is where one of Japan's three greatest landscape gardens "Okayama Korakuen" is located with Okayama Castle just across the garden. Home to the fairy tale "Momotaro", visitors will be able to see many references to the popular hero.
Fairfield by Marriott Okayama Hiruzen Highland
Make our hotel the base for visits to the picturesque Yamanori Valley and its impressive rock formations, the area’s famous lavender gardens, sunflower fields, and more.
View WebsiteFairfield by Marriott Okayama Tsuyama
Enjoy many sights include Tsuyama Castle, one of Western Japan’s best sights for viewing cherry blossoms, Seigenji Temple, which is also known as Botanji or Peony Temple.
View WebsiteYumoto Onsen-Kan
Yumoto Onsen-Kan is a cozy hot spring facility which has inside bath, sauna and jacuzzy. There is also a souvenir shop where you can buy Yubara's specialty products.
23 Yubaraonsen, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0402
Kaiyukan, Hiruzen Onsen
Their radon hotspring is said to be one of the best quality in Japan. There are not only outside bath, but also jacuzzy and sauna. Please spend tranquil time enjoying beautiful sesonal nature in Hiruzen.
2300-1 Hiruzenkaminagata, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0505
Yamanori valley・Fudo falls
With a waterfall which is 20 meters high, Yamanori valley has a 400 meter-long pathway. Enjoy exploring this great nature as finding wild birds and river fish.
Hiruzenshitao, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0513
Hiruzen-Daisen Skyline
Scenic mountain highway located in between Okayama prefecture and Tottori prefecture. There is an observatory called Kimendai where you can have a great 360°view of Hiruzen and Mount Daisen. If you are lucky enough, sea of clounds will appear.
Hiruzenshimotokuyama, Maniwa, Okayama 717-0613
Kanba Falls
At a height of 110 meters and a width of 20 meters, Kanba fall is one of the most biggest falls in the Chugoku region, as well as selected as one of the country's 100 best waterfalls. Enjoy their fresh green In the summer and autumn leaves in the fall.
Kanba, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0004
GREENable HIRUZEN
GREENable HIRUZEN prides itself as an information hub to spread the importance of sustainability. This wooden structured facility is designed and supervised by Japanese architect Mr. Kengo Kuma. There are visitor center, shop and museum.
1205-220 Hiruzenkamifukuda, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0602
Tsuguro Highlands Camping Ground
There are about 50 camp sites in this camping graund, you can not only stay overnight but also enjoy day use. Many activities, like mountain climbing, fishing and hand fishing, are available near the camping ground.
1080-1 Hiruzenshitao, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0513
Forest of Adventure in Hiruzen
Adventure park in the great nature. Their playground equipment is made from topography and natural tree, please have a special experience like an adventure.
Hiruzenshitao, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0513
Hiruzen Herb Garden Her Bill
Her Bill features about 200 varieties of herbs and seasonal flowers and plants. Especialy their lavender garden which is one of the biggest ones in west Japan is breattaking!
1480-64 Hiruzennishikayabe, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0604
Hiruzen Jersey Land
As Hiruzen dairy farm cooperative association is operating this Jersey Land, you can see pastured jersey cows closely. They are hosting an enjoyable experience such as feeding cows, eating freshly made ice cream. In July and August, over 80,000 sunflower are in full bloom!
956-222 Hiruzennakafukuda, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0501
Hiruzen Horse Park
Next to Hiruzen Jersy Land, Hiruzen Horse Park offers various activities whether you want to feed horses, or would like to have a horse ride. Make the best of the great nature of Huruzen.
958-38 Hiruzennakafukuda, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0501
Hiruzen Kogen Center & Joyful Park
1205-197 Hiruzenkamifukuda, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0602
This park has an amusement park that everyone can enjoy in the whole family.Genghis Khan BBQ-grilled mutton(a local specialty) with the special sause is also their main attraction.
1205-197 Hiruzenkamifukuda, Maniwa, Okayama
Tsuyama Castle
Tsuyama Castle is ranked as one of the Top 100 Historical Parks in Japan, due to the castle’s architectural credentials. In the sakura cherry blossom season in spring, the castle looks especially beautiful.
Visit Website135 Sange, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0022
Shurakuen Garden
Many trees, shrubs, and flowers are planted around the large pond, which is the central focus of this garden. In spring, cherry blossoms, and in summer, water lilies crowd the pond between the four small islands.
Visit Website628 Yamakita, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0004
Yokonotaki
It consists of three waterfalls called Ichi-no-taki, Ni-no-taki, and San-no-taki from downstream. Momiji-tei is popular for its nagashi somen noodles, which are open during the summer.
Visit WebsiteKamiyokono, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0801
Kagurao Park
A facility where you can enjoy walking trails and go-karts. There are nearly 100 cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn.
Visit Website240 Soja, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0007
Tsuyama Manabi Railway Museum
A large number of nostalgic trains are exhibited. Visitors can learn the history of the railways of Okayama and the structure of locomotives through hands-on experiences.
Visit WebsiteOtani, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0882
Joto District
The eaves of the historical townhouses are lined up in this district which still has a strong feel of an ancient castle town.
Visit WebsiteTsuyama, Okayama 708-0837
Iwai Waterfall
Iwai Falls is about 10m high and 6m wide. As the nickname “Urami no Taki” suggests, the biggest feature is that you can go around behind the waterfall.
Visit WebsiteKamisaibara, Kagamino, Tomata District, Okayama 708-0601
Tsuyamasochinju Tokumori Shrine
It is endowed with the blessing of life, purification of the heart, and strong exorcism.
Visit Website5 Miyawakicho, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0047
Choboji
Choboji, which stands quietly at the foot of Mt. Jinnan-Bizan, is called the Hydrangea Temple, and about 3,500 hydrangeas bloom during the rainy season.
Visit Website246 Inokuchi, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0885
Okutsu valley
Okutsu Valley, where you can enjoy the beauty of the gorge, stretches for about 3 km. Known as one of Okayama's most famous autumn foliage spots, it attracts many tourists.
Visit WebsiteOkutsukawanishi, Kagamino, Tomata District, Okayama 708-0504
Wake wisteria garden Park
Pathways among rows of wisteria trees with hanging purple flowers, in full bloom in springtime.
Visit Website1893 Fujino, Wake, Wake District, Okayama 709-0412
Numa Ruins
The site of a Yayoi period settlement on a hill overlooking the Tsuyama Basin in Numa, Tsuyama City. One of the pit dwellings and one elevated-floor warehouse have been restored.
Visit Website455 Shitobe, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0824
Yamada Mitsubachi Farm
You can enjoy various experiences and foods related to honeybees. In addition to picking strawberries and blueberries, honey ice cream and crepes are also popular.
Visit Website785-1 Tsukadani, Kagamino, Tomata District, Okayama 708-0365
Yoseinomori Glass Museum
The world's first museum dedicated to uranium glass. In addition to the beautiful glass works, the "Corridor of Light" outdoors and the seasonal exhibitions are also beautiful.
Visit Website666-5 Kamisaibara, Kagamino, Tomata District, Okayama 708-0601
Farmers Market North Village
Experience-based agricultural park with lots of nature with the theme of agriculture. There are plenty of play fields such as athletics, a petting zoo, and a large lawn area.
Visit Website1100 Oka, Shōō, Katsuta District, Okayama 709-4311
Nagi Vicarya Museum
This is a hands-on museum where you can excavate fossils.
Visit Website1875 Kaki, Nagi, Katsuta District, Okayama 708-1312
Hiruzen YUYU
Very first restaurant to offer "Hiruzen Yakisoba" which is star-fried noodles with miso-based sause. Their deep fied chicken is also a must-eat as it won a gold prize at Karaage competition.
438-12 Hiruzenshimofukuda, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0504
Hiruzenya KINBE
Kinbe is offering wide variety of menu, for example, Japanese styled set meal, rice bowl meals and stir-fried noodles. At night, how about enjoying their cuisine with alcohol?
43-2 Hiruzenshimotokuyama, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0613
Suitonbō
They offer several kinds of Hiruzen specialtis such as "Hiruzen Yakisoba", "Hiruzen Okowa" and "Hiruzen Soba". You can try Gibier cuisine as well.
1205-403 Hiruzenkamifukuda, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0602
ICHIBAN
Very populer chinese restaurant among people in Hiruzen. With good old styled atmosphere, you gotta try their homemade dumplings, ramen and deep fried chicken!
580-1 Hiruzenkamifukuda, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0602
KAYABE-DO
Renovated traditional folk house, Kayabe-do has a very calm and peaceful atmosphere. Focaccia and fluffy pancake are their recommendation.
312 Hiruzennishikayabe, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0604
Wood Pao
Wood Pao is a restaurant where you can exprience BBQ with Hiruzen speciality - Genghis Khan and Jersey beef. There are some outside BBQ site, so please enjoy the impressive scenery as well!
1201-7 Hiruzenkamifukuda, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0602
Hiruzen Winery
Using wild vines from Hiruzen highland, their wine has won many awards in competitions. Not only wine, grape juice is also their specialty. There are also a shop and a restaurant.
1205-32 Hiruzenkamifukuda, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0602
Kawarisoba Sanraku
You must try their famous menu "Kawarisoba" which is made from tea and offerd on a hot plate. At night they are open as ”Izakaya” where you can enjoy alchol and various kind of finger food.
356-2 Hiruzenshimotokuyama, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0613
KogenTei
Over 30 years in business, KogenTei is keep offering "Hiruzen Yakisoba" which is their specialty loved by many local people.
815 Hiruzenkamifukuda, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0602
Mikakukobo Sobanoyakata
1375-1 Hiruzenkamitokuyama, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0612
One and only Soba restaurant in Hiruzen which harvest soba on their own. Many of local people are big fan of their freshly ground, made and boiled soba.
1375-1 Hiruzenkamitokuyama, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0612
Michinoeki "Kaze-no-Ie” Canteen
1380-6 Hiruzenkamitokuyama, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0612
Located in Michinoeki(Roadside Station), they offer several local specialty such as 'Hiruzen yakisoba' and "Kaze-no-ie ramen". Of course, you can enjoy soft cream and gelato made from fresh jersey milk.
1380-6 Hiruzenkamitokuyama, Maniwa, Okayama, 717-0612
Shoku-yu-kan
They offer various meals made with local produce. Tsuyama Hormone Udon, a specialty of Tsuyama, is a popular menu item.
Visit Website563-1 Miyao, Tsuyama, Okayama 709-4613
Udon restaurant Emiya
Udon restaurant open only on Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy the calm atmosphere of an old private house.
Visit Website134-1 Kumekawaminami, Tsuyama, Okayama 709-4614
Tsuruya
Tsuruya is a bento shop that has been loved by everyone in the area for a long time. Popular menus such as hamburgers and ginger pork grills line up.
Visit Website937 Innosho, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0014
Fujiyoshi
A yakiniku restaurant that serves wagyu beef bred and fattened on its own farm. Their side menu and homemade sauce are also delicious and have a good reputation.
Visit Website80-1 Jingo, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0015
Tompei
A ramen shop which is so popular that people always line up. Medium-thick noodles in pork bone soup is exquisite.
Visit Website1051-3 Innosho, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0014
Time
A coffee shop with a retro atmosphere. Please use it for breakfast and light meals.
Visit Website679 Yoshihara, Kagamino, Tomata District, Okayama 708-0332
coffee&rest Poemu
A cafe that bakes homemade bread. Both breakfast and lunch are reasonably priced and popular.
Visit Website910 Innosho, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0014
Chie
A popular horumon yakiniku restaurant in the local area. This yakiniku restaurant has a unique style where you don't grill it yourself, but cheff brings it to you after grilling it on the iron plate.
Visit Website39 Sakaimachi,Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0063
Hashino Shokudō
The horumon udon grilled with homemade sauce that has been in business for 120 years is just amazing. Don't miss this Tsuyama specialty.
Visit Website549-9 Kawasaki, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0841
Sushi Yuki
A conveyor belt sushi restaurant where you can enjoy sushi made with seasonal seafood from all over Japan, mainly from the Seto Inland Sea. There are also plenty of izakaya-style a la carte dishes.
Visit Website180-4 Obara, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0001
Manryu
The set meal menu is voluminous and reasonably priced. The restaurant is very popular with locals.
Visit Website937-1 Innosho, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0014
Nisshin Geppo
A soba restaurant in Tsuyama castle town. You can enjoy healthy soba noodles in an antique atmosphere.
Visit Website3-20 Honmachi,Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0073
Usami Unagi Restaurant
The shop has an old-fashioned atmosphere. You can enjoy unaju topped with plump and juicy eel.
Visit Website11 Togawamachi, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0037
Ueya
An izakaya serving beef-based dishes. The meat tataki is especially delicious.
Visit Website28-11 Sange, Tsuyama, Okayama 708-0022
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