NEWS
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[Dec. 9–10] Monitors Wanted for a BOZU Experience in Onomichi
Good news for those interested in Zen Buddhism and staying in Onomichi! The “BOZU* Experience” is an engaging tour at a temple in Onomichi that Meji, a new company, will offer. (*Bozu means “monk in training” in Japanese. On .... -
Find a Local Fresh Produce Market to Try!
If you are staying at a self-catering facility and looking for local ingredients, look for information about direct sales markets run by local fishing and farming cooperatives. I highly recommend it! For example, the local fishing cooperative on Muka .... -
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to learn Japanese home cooking! Kaco Hatase is a vibrant, super outgoing person who also happens to be a cooking teacher. But she’s not just any teacher; she’s the granddaughter of the founder of Ha ....
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[December Only] Enjoy healthy veggie dishes with a discount!
Zenna-an is perfect for you if you want to relax or eat healthy veggie dishes. Zenna-an is located on hillside in Onomichi, just a 10-minute walk from Onomichi Station. Zen(禅) and Miwako(美和子) run the restaurant, and “Zenna-an(禅和庵)” is a p .... -
【1-Day Event: Dec. 3rd】Okayama Mottainai Festa
Recommended for people interested in local products and in helping the environment. “Mottainai” in Japanese means that something is going to waste. In order to combat waste, the concept of this festival is to offer high quality, locally p .... -
Winter Illumination in Kurashiki: “Kurashiki Kirameki-no-Michi 2023”
Recommended for everyone wanting to enjoy the winter season, and romantics-at-heart! The Kurashiki Kirameki-no-michi is a winter illumination event that lights up the city with romantic winter lights. Whether you’re looking to get in the Christ .... -
Toraya Honpo (a 400-year-old traditional confectionery store) and TOGE TOGE (a succulent-plant shop) will jointly hold Toraya Saryo × TOGE TOGE: a castle viewing and tea ceremony with wagashi [Japanese-style confectioneries] in a space filled with su ....
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Experience Accommodations with an All-You-Can-Drink Banquet on Shiraishi Island
This plan is for you if you’re looking for an island to stay overnight while enjoying as many drinks as you want! It is available between December 1st and 16th and includes accommodations with an all-you-can-drink banquet. Shiraishi-Island Inn ....