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[1-Day Event: Sat. Feb. 3] Join Onomichi’s Biggest Mamemaki (Bean-Throwing)
The most famous temple in Onomichi is Senkoji Temple, famous for its cherry blossoms. But Saikokuji Temple is the most famous for its mamemaki (lucky bean-throwing) ritual. Every February 3, the day before the spring equinox, Setsubun is held (an eve .... -
See CG Fantasy Art by Kazumasa Uchio on Exhibit in Uno, Okayama
This is a must-see exhibit for fans of the Final Fantasy series. Those who watched Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001) will undoubtedly recognize the style of art used in sets and backgrounds; much of that art is the work of the fantastic graphi .... -
This is a unique gourmet event promoted by Kurashiki City every winter to highlight some of the city’s most elegant cafes, and has been held since 2016. This event allows guests to enjoy a cafe’s specially prepared dessert plate with tea, .... -
Visit Resort—A Timeless Gratin Restaurant Cherished by Hiroshima Locals
I would like to introduce Resort—a beloved gratin restaurant in Hiroshima that has consistently drawn crowds and captured the hearts of locals over the years. Back when I was in junior high school, I used to meet my mother after school exams, and she .... -
[1-Day Event: Sat., Feb. 24] Run among Lemon Trees in Setoda (Onomichi)
When the harvest of Setoda’s specialty lemons reaches its peak, the Setoda Lemon Marathon will be held on February 24, 2024, passing through the island’s many lemon trees. The marathon has introduced a water supply system that eliminates .... -
Warm Up Your Winter: Nabe Nabe Park Festival at Hiroshima Gate Park
In front of the Atomic Bomb Dome at Hiroshima Gate Park, Nabe Nabe Park Festival will be held from January 26th to 28th! Nabe refers to a traditional winter hot pot where vegetables, meat, and seafood are simmered in a pot on the dining table, and it .... -
Visit a Food Sample Park in Okayama
One of the funny, odd things that Japan is known for is food samples. Made from plastic resin, food samples are often used at the entrance of restaurants to show what a dish looks like. These are unique to Japan. The Kappabashi area in Tokyo is known .... -
Enjoy the best French-style Bakery in Okayama!
If you love French-style croissants and baguettes, Merci Life Organics is the bakery for you! Having opened in June of 2022, this bakery is somewhat new to the Okayama bakery scene but quickly became one of the most popular shops, with branches throu ....
