Okayama, Japan

Okayama Travel Guide

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Local name: 岡山市 Population: 720.9 thous. (2019)Area: 304.63 mi²Elevation: 39 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 34°39'57"N, 133°55'30"E
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Region: OkayamaJapan

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Okayama Top Attractions

Okayama Attractions - What to See and Explore

Okayama offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Kōraku-en, Okayama Castle, Kibitsuhiko Shrine, Kibitsu Shrine. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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  • okayama prefectural museum of art
  • okayama orient museum
  • yumeji art museum okayama
  • hayashibara museum of art okayama
  • kita ku okayama
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  • okayama symphony hall
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  • asahigawa dam okayama
  • manekineko museum of art okayama
  • shuraku en okayama
  • yamatorige okayama
  • okayama university

Things to See and Do in Okayama by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Okayama.

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Okayama – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Okayama, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Himeji Castle (Himeji), Higashiyama Kaii Seouchi Art Museum (Sakaide), Kotohira-gū (Kotohira).

  • himeji castle45 milesE
  • higashiyama kaii seouchi art museum sakaide23 milesS
  • kotohira gu34 milesS
  • ritsurin garden takamatsu24 milesS
  • okayama international circuit mimasaka24 milesNE

Best Time To Visit Okayama

Learn when is the best time to travel to Okayama weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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With a few exceptions, the popularity of visits remains at a similar level throughout the year.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in December. Most of it rains in June, July and September.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Okayama?

What is the best time to visit Okayama?

With a few exceptions, the popularity of visits remains at a similar level throughout the year. The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Where to next? Visit okayama Region: Okayama region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Japan.

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