Okayama, Japan-4-day-itinerary

Day 1: Monday

Morning

  • 9:00 am: Arrive at Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Okayama Station by bullet train
  • 10:00 am: Visit the Okayama Castle, a beautiful castle with a garden and a museum that tells the history of the region
  • 11:30 am: Explore the nearby Korakuen Garden, a stunning Japanese garden known for its beauty and tranquility

Afternoon

  • 1:00 pm: Lunch at Boteji, a local restaurant serving traditional Okayama cuisine, such as Sanuki Udon and Kibi Dango
  • 2:30 pm: Visit the Okayama Museum of History, which showcases the history and culture of the region

Evening

  • 6:00 pm: Dinner at Kanpai, a restaurant serving Japanese-Western fusion cuisine with a focus on local ingredients
  • 8:00 pm: Take a stroll around the city and explore the local shops and cafes

Place to Stay

  • Hotel Granvia Okayama, a 4-star hotel located near the train station with comfortable rooms and excellent service

Things to Know

  • Language: Japanese is the primary language spoken in Okayama, but many locals speak some English.
  • Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY) is the local currency.

Transportation

  • Bullet Train: Take a bullet train from Osaka or Kyoto to Okayama Station (about 1 hour journey)
  • Local Bus: Use the local bus system to get around the city

Tips and Recommendations

  • Try some of the local specialties, such as Sanuki Udon and Kibi Dango
  • Explore the local shops and cafes in the evening for a unique shopping experience
  • Visit the Okayama Castle at night for a stunning view of the castle’s lights

Day 2: Tuesday

Morning

  • 9:00 am: Visit the Bizen Pottery Village, a charming village known for its traditional pottery-making techniques
  • 11:30 am: Explore the nearby Bizen Museum, which showcases the history and culture of the region’s pottery-making traditions

Afternoon

  • 1:00 pm: Lunch at Yakigashi, a local restaurant serving traditional Japanese cuisine, such as yakitori and tempura
  • 2:30 pm: Visit the Okayama Prefectural Museum, which showcases the history and culture of the region

Evening

  • 6:00 pm: Dinner at Kushiya, a restaurant serving delicious kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) with a variety of fillings
  • 8:00 pm: Take a stroll around the city and explore the local shops and cafes

Place to Stay

  • Same as Day 1, Hotel Granvia Okayama

Things to Know

  • Same as Day 1.

Transportation

  • Same as Day 1.

Tips and Recommendations

  • Try some of the local specialties, such as yakitori and kushikatsu
  • Explore the local shops and cafes in the evening for a unique shopping experience

Day 3: Wednesday

Morning

  • 9:00 am: Visit the Kibi Plain, a beautiful plain known for its scenic views and historic significance
  • 11:30 am: Explore the nearby Kibi Park, which offers a relaxing stroll through the natural surroundings

Afternoon

  • 1:00 pm: Lunch at Tonkatsu Maisen Aoyama Honten, a restaurant serving delicious tonkatsu (breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet)
  • 2:30 pm: Visit the Okayama Prefectural Art Museum, which showcases modern and contemporary art from Japan and around the world

Evening

  • 6:00 pm: Dinner at Ginza Kikunoi, a restaurant serving traditional Japanese cuisine with a focus on local ingredients
  • 8:00 pm: Take a stroll around the city and explore the local shops and cafes

Place to Stay

  • Same as Day 1, Hotel Granvia Okayama

Things to Know

  • Same as Day 1.

Transportation

  • Same as Day 1.

Tips and Recommendations

  • Try some of the local specialties, such as tonkatsu
  • Explore the local shops and cafes in the evening for a unique shopping experience

Day 4: Thursday

Morning

  • 9:00 am: Visit the Fukuyama Castle, a beautiful castle with a garden and a museum that tells the history of the region
  • 11:30 am: Explore the nearby Fukuyama Museum, which showcases the history and culture of the region

Afternoon

  • 1:00 pm: Lunch at Fukuju Sushi, a restaurant serving delicious sushi with a focus on local ingredients
  • 2:30 pm: Visit the Okayama Prefectural Library, which offers a wide range of books and materials for research and relaxation

Evening

  • 6:00 pm: Dinner at Kaiyotei, a restaurant serving traditional Japanese cuisine with a focus on local ingredients
  • 8:00 pm: Take a stroll around the city and explore the local shops and cafes

Place to Stay

  • Same as Day 1, Hotel Granvia Okayama

Things to Know

  • Same as Day 1.

Transportation

  • Same as Day 1.

Tips and Recommendations

  • Try some of the local specialties, such as sushi
  • Explore the local shops and cafes in the evening for a unique shopping experience