NEWS
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【3-Day Event: Nov. 3-5】Traditional Craft Expo
“Kougei Expo in Okayama” is a 3-day event that features the best of Japan’s traditional handicrafts from across the country in one location. The items at the expo are not only on exhibit but many of them are also for sale in the mar .... -
【1-Day Event: Oct. 25】Sumo Exhibition Match in Okayama
Contrary to popular belief, you can watch sumo beyond Tokyo’s Ryogoku and other major cities. In fact, sumo tournaments are held in various regions of Japan each season to engage with fans. Regional tours were suspended for about three years du .... -
[Campaign] Discount on Car Rentals in Okayama for non-Japanese Tourists!
Okayama Prefecture is offering discounts on rental cars for tourists from abroad to explore the prefecture. The conditions of use are as follows: ・Travelers must have non-Japanese passports. ・Cars must be rented from and returned to designated car re .... -
【1-Day Event: Oct 22.】”MOMONIJI” Rainbow Festa, Okayama’s Pride Festival
This annual festival held by and for the LGBTQ+ community welcomes everyone to come and celebrate inclusiveness and friendship. Different to other years, this year’s event will feature not only a parade, but also stage performances! There will .... -
【1-Day Event: Oct. 29】Bread & Snack Market
This 1-day event features some of the best individual bakery and dessert shops and makers in Okayama. It is part of an ongoing “Street Market” series, and this is the third market for breads & snacks. This time, 48 (!) vendors will pa .... -
Hi-Five Bar & Grill: Okayama Beef, Beer, & Wine
This casual but chic bar & grill offers Western-style menu items that are made with fresh, locally produced ingredients. The grill is known for its roast beef menu items made from Bizen Beef (they also have Kobe Beef items on the menu as well). V .... -
【1-Day Event: Oct. 15】Loco Loco Marche
This small market is held once a month in Kurashiki City, and features a select group of farm-grown goods, gourmet food items, handmade items, and sometimes workshops. The theme changes every month, as do the vendors, so there is always something new .... -
【2-Day Event: Oct. 14-15】Bizen Pottery Festival
Visit Imbe in Bizen City, Okayama and pick up some great deals on Bizen Pottery! This pottery festival is held once a year, and is a great opportunity to find some beautiful handmade souvenirs while enjoying the vibe of a traditional pottery town. I ....
