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Okayama Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local GuideFrom JP¥16,500
5.0 · 11 reviews 4 h

Okayama Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Okayama! The jewel of Okayama City is Korakuen Garden, considered one of Japan's top three gardens. You can enjoy pink cherry blossoms in the spring, multi-colored maple trees in autumn, and the crow-black exterior of nearby Okayama Castle all year. Okayama also serves as a transportation hub, linking the Shinkansen to rail service on Shikoku Island. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.

Okayama Castle & Bizen Pottery TourFrom JP¥8,100
5.0 · 1 reviews 1 h 30 min

Okayama Castle & Bizen Pottery Tour

・Enjoy a hands-on Bizen pottery workshop for beginners ・Guided by a bilingual (English–Japanese) local expert ・Optional international pottery shipping Bizen-yaki, one of Japan’s oldest ceramic traditions, originated in Okayama. Its earthy tones and natural textures reflect wabi-sabi, the beauty of imperfection. Once favored by samurai and tea masters, it remains a living link to Japan’s heritage. Course options: Simple Plan: Bizen Pottery Studio & Escort to Castle/Garden Simple Plan: Bizen Pottery Studio & Escort to Castle/Garden(Garten) Pottery + Castle & Garden: All-Inclusive Entry Notes: Bizen pottery is very popular; booking 1+ month ahead is recommended. Ending location depends on selected option.

Okayama Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed GuideFrom JP¥23,500
4.3 · 9 reviews 6 h

Okayama Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Okayama! The jewel of Okayama City is Korakuen Garden, considered one of Japan's top three gardens. You can enjoy pink cherry blossoms in the spring, multi-colored maple trees in autumn, and the crow-black exterior of nearby Okayama Castle all year. Okayama also serves as a transportation hub, linking the Shinkansen to rail service on Shikoku Island. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.

Experience Authentic Japanese Home CookingFrom JP¥14,000
5.0 · 8 reviews 3 h

Experience Authentic Japanese Home Cooking

As someone who has taught cooking abroad and has been running cooking classes in my home for nearly 20 years, I ensure a relaxed atmosphere where you can truly enjoy authentic Japanese home cooking. Set amidst beautiful natural surroundings, my home offers an opportunity to not only cook but also immerse yourself in Japan’s culture and hospitality.

Okayama: Castle & Korakuen Garden Heritage WalkFrom JP¥21,000
5.0 · 2 reviews 2 h 30 min

Okayama: Castle & Korakuen Garden Heritage Walk

Explore Okayama's rich history on a guided walking tour that highlights the monumental Okayama Castle and the stunning Korakuen Garden. Discover how these sites reflect the evolution of power, aesthetics, and political change in Japan from the medieval period to the early modern age. Walk through the historic pathways of Okayama Castle, where your guide shares the castle's strategic importance and its role in regional conflicts. Then, stroll through Korakuen, one of Japan's finest feudal gardens, and learn how such gardens expressed authority and cultural refinement. Choose between two starting points for convenience. - Guided tour connecting Okayama Castle and Korakuen Garden - Insight into Japan's political history from medieval to modern times - Two starting points available for flexible participation - Learn about the architectural and cultural significance of both landmarks

Okayama Private Customizable Half Day TourFrom JP¥31,194
5.0 · 1 reviews 4 h

Okayama Private Customizable Half Day Tour

This private and customizable tour for Okayama is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

Bizen Pottery Walking Tour in Imbe from OkayamaFrom JP¥33,527
5.0 · 1 reviews 4 h 30 min

Bizen Pottery Walking Tour in Imbe from Okayama

As you walk through the town, you will see how Bizen ware is embedded in daily life—from active kilns to historic sites—revealing a living craft culture rather than a display. Bizen pottery is known for its unglazed technique, using only clay, fire, and natural ash. Traditional wood-firing lasts up to two weeks, with artisans working in shifts to manage flames in climbing kilns fueled by red pine. Imbe is also the hometown of MLB MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto (2025). Through conversations with locals, you may discover how closely he is connected to and loved by the community. If you select the optional pottery experience, you will create your own piece under an instructor’s guidance. One or two pieces will be selected for firing in a traditional wood kiln. As firing takes place only once a year, your finished work will be delivered approximately 3 to 12 months later. This reflects the patience and authenticity of Bizen pottery, making the experience meaningful beyond the day of the tour.

1 Day Okayama Guided Walking TourFrom JP¥23,800
5.0 · 2 reviews 8 h 30 min

1 Day Okayama Guided Walking Tour

Nicknamed the 'Land of Sunshine' and boasting iconic sites such as the Okayama Castle, Korakuen Garden, and Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, Okayama prefecture offers an exceptionally scenic and historic destination. Within the Okayama Castle Grounds, visitors can admire the unique “black” castle tower. Inside the main keep, you will be able to learn about Japan's warring-states period. Nearby Korakuen is one of Japan’s three most famous gardens. This large garden used to serve as an exclusive relaxing place for the feudal lords. Okayama is also known for its historical townscape. This old merchant town is known as the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. The streets are covered on both sides with old Japanese-style storehouses and former family residences dating back to the time when the city was an important trading and distribution hub. The area is bisected by a willow-lined canal. Join this 1-Day tour of Okayama for a picturesque journey through the history of Japan.

Maneki Neko painting experienceFrom JP¥2,300
4.5 · 2 reviews 1 h

Maneki Neko painting experience

Color an unglazed beckoning cat with acrylic paint to make your own beckoning cat. You can choose from three types of shapes: double-handed, left-handed, and round. You can take it home immediately after completion. How about your memories of your trip to Japan?

Day trip Takamatsu tour from OkayamaFrom JP¥68,182
8 h

Day trip Takamatsu tour from Okayama

Visit the stunning Ritsurin Garden and the historic Shikokumura Village on a journey that brings Japan's cultural heritage to life. Rather than simply viewing the sights, you'll gain insider knowledge from your guide and discover the stories behind the landscapes, architecture, and traditions of Shikoku. Perfect for travelers seeking a deeper cultural experience, this tour offers a memorable and enriching way to explore the region.

Inujima and Okayama Castle SDGs Art TourFrom JP¥66,000
5 h

Inujima and Okayama Castle SDGs Art Tour

You can leisurely enjoy Okayama Castle and Inujima with a small group while receiving detailed explanations from the guide. You will deeply explore the connection between the stone walls of Okayama Castle and Inujima, where the stones were quarried, as well as the historical background of Inujima. Additionally, you can enjoy the rich scenery of the Seto Inland Sea where Inujima is located.

Okayama 8hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide and VehicleFrom JP¥82,050
8 h

Okayama 8hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle

This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover the highlights of Okayama efficiently, in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed, English-speaking guide! Okayama prefecture blends grand history with the beauty of the Seto Inland Sea. Admire the striking black "Crow Castle" and stroll Korakuen, one of Japan's three great landscape gardens. Wander the white-walled merchant town of Kurashiki's Bikan Quarter along its willow-lined canal, and view masterpieces at the Ohara Museum of Art. Take in sweeping coastal panoramas from Washuzan and the magnificent Seto Ohashi Bridge, and visit historic shrines such as Kibitsu, linked to the Momotaro legend, and hilltop Achi Shrine. We welcome you to come and explore the unique history, gardens and scenery of Okayama with us! Note*1: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government and requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.