Within Okayama Prefecture there are many worthwhile places to travel:
Okayama is a short train ride away, featuring Koraku-en, one of Japan's Top 3 gardens, the Kibi Trail, a variety of museums, and all the Momotaro you could possibly want.
Soja is a city famous for its Zen temple, Hofukuji Temple where the poet and priest Sesshu once lived, as well as housing the other half of the Kibi Trail.
Takahashi is a famous castle town with the highlight being Bitchu Matsuyama Castle, one of Japan's only remaining original castles, as well as the highest castle in the country.
Niimi is famous for its two caves; Ikura Ravine and Maki Cave.
Tsuyama is famous for Kakuzan Park, where springtime visitors will be treated to Okayama's best place to view cherry blossoms, as well as the beautiful Shurakuen Garden and historic Joto Street.
Outside of Okayama Prefecture, one can easily take daytrips to:
Fukuyama, known for Fukuyama Castle and a variety of interesting museums
