16 Activities The Bridges of the Shimanami Kaido Jaclynn Seah Tracing the cycling route and the bridges that make up the Shimanami Kaido
Culture Lacquer Painting in Yamaguchi City Linda Cordes Visitors to Yamaguchi can experience the traditional art of ouchi-nuri by painting a pair of chopsticks with lacquer.
Culture Kibitsujinja Shrine Noro Randria A majestic temple in the Okayama Prefecture, where visitors can experience a unique ceremony of divination.
Culture Exploring Shimane Prefecture Mandy Bartok Explore the best of Shimane—an underrated gem with highlights like Izumo-taisha, Matsue Castle, and Adachi Museum of Art. Enj...
9 Food Inujima Cafe Walk Bonson Lam Inujima is a near deserted island off the south coast of Okayama Prefecture, whose population had decreased from three thousa...
Korakuen Garden Leslie Taylor Although there are many impressive gardens throughout Japan, few can match the design and beauty of Korakuen in Okayama City.
Food Inujima Museum Cafe Bonson Lam This lunch set is the pick of the bunch at the cafe, available for ¥1340, with it being located next to the ticket office an...
12 Food Yuda Onsen's Patisserie Fleur Sandra Isaka Patisserie Fleur is a wonderful shop selling delicious desserts and sweets in Yamaguchi City's Yuda Onsen. Choose from a wid...
Area Miyajima Tony Mariani While Miyajima has a reputation as a tourist destination, it has a deep history with Japan and Shinto culture. It has also pl...
Culture Meandering Through Miyajima Arlene Bastion A personal encounter with some of Miyajima's magic and mystique, through a walkabout of the island's less trodden paths.
