a rafting trip on the Yoshino River, or a tour on a sightseeing boat to see the beautiful scenery of a gorge. The blessings of the mountains and the rivers are the true attractions of Nishi-Awa.
Filled with steeply sloping fields, traditional homes, and stone walls, these communities rise as much as 400 meters in altitude from one end to another.
We also recommend the ‘Karaoto Suisen Park’, where about 2 million Japanese daffodils bloom on the rocks facing the Sea of Japan, and the Ebisu Shrine, which is called the Monsan Michel in the Sanin region.
You can also enjoy traditional Sakushu Kasuri weaving experience, traditional culture experience
The Sotomo Caves and Cliffs boast six kilometers of unusual rock formations, rock tunnels, and scenic cliffs around Wakasa Bay. This picturesque spot was chosen by American news channel CNN as one of the most beautiful places in Japan.
A must-see for railway enthusiasts! A wide array of nostalgic train cars on display. Tsuyama Manabi no Tetsudokan (Tsuyama Learning Railway Museum) comprises spaces that display vehicles, turntables, and driving wheels of steam locomotives as part of the former Tsuyama fan-shaped engine depot, as well as areas where visitors can learn about the history of Okayama’s railways and the mechanics of railways through hands-on experiences. Additionally, there is a space with a diorama exhibition of the streets of Tsuyama. The former Tsuyama fan-shaped engine depot, built in 1936, is a valuable facility that is the second-largest of its kind still existing in Japan. It houses the preserved “DE50-1,” a diesel locomotive with a high-power engine that was the only one of its kind manufactured in Japan. This is a must-visit for anyone interested in railways and locomotives.
The region has produced a number of unique dishes including yellowtail shabu-shabu, grilled crab, and nikujaga, a meat-and-potato stew simmered in a sweet soy sauce broth. Kyoto by the Sea abundant ingredients make such excellent dishes possible throughout the year.
