Okayama Prefecture Holiday Packages

Holidays To Okayama

Next time you look at a peach, think of Okayama, Japan. Located 185 km west of Osaka, this city is known for the story of Momotaro, or “Peach Boy”.

Legend has it an elderly Okayama couple once found a tiny baby boy inside a peach. They raised him as their son, and in turn he grew up to defeat demons attacking distant lands, and then brought back riches to his parents.

Today, Okayama is still a “peach” of a city, known for its beautiful parks and gardens. It’s also home to a gorgeous castle and yes, some of the tastiest food you’ll ever try over on Holland Street. Ready to see (and taste) it for yourself? Pick one of our cheap packages to Okayama and make your way to Japan.

Things to Do in Okayama

When you’re spending a holiday in Okayama, the first place you need to go to is Korakuen Garden. The peaceful landscape is filled with manicured greens, calm lakes and little bridges. This spot was founded in 1687 by the ruling class, and it remains fit for royalty. But don’t worry they’ll still let you in if you left your crown at home.

No Okayama holiday is complete without a visit to Okayama Castle. Sometimes called “crow castle” due to its dark paint, this is one of the city’s famous landmarks—and one of the oldest. It was originally built in 1597 and reconstructed in 1966. Take a tour—you’ll feel like you’ve gone back in time.

Slackers will stay around the gardens, but not you! Book one of Wotif’s great Okayama car hireoptions so you can hightail it to the other top spots around town. Check out Kibitsu Shrine, visit Inujima Seirensho Museum and find peace at Sogen-ji Temple. They’re all pretty epic.

Shopping, Dining, Nightlife

Get your shop on when you arrive on Omotecho Shotengai, a shopping area near the Shiroshita Tram Station. Here, you can find a world of trinkets, clothes and other gifts to bring back home. You’ll also find plenty of handmade goods too, such as jewellery and dinnerware.

After your shopping spree, refuel with some dinner. Okayama rice is regarded as some of the best in the country, if you’re wondering why it’s a frequent ingredient in dishes. Sample it with a generous spread of sushi—a popular dish in the region. Fried pork and fresh fruit are also staples on most menus.

With a full belly, get crazy on Holland Street, which is dotted with bars and tattoo parlours. With the money you saved with an Okayama package, a full-body tattoo could be in your future. For something with fewer needles, head to the Okayama Symphony Hall. It’s the third-largest symphony in Japan, with a group of musicians that often tour the country.

What’s Next?

Make those Japan travel plans today. Count on Wotif to get the best deals on packages to Okayama so you can dive into the gardens and castles in no time flat. And remember: We also offer cheap prices on Osaka holiday packages, so you can see the big city before making the trip down to Okayama.