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Getting there
- Tokyo to Okayama by Hikari: about 4 hours, JR Pass covered.
- Osaka to Okayama by Sakura or Hikari: about 50 minutes, JR Pass covered.
- Hiroshima to Okayama by Sakura: about 40 minutes, JR Pass covered.
City guide
Okayama with the JR Pass: castle, garden and Shikoku gateway
Okayama is a strategic stop on the Sanyo shinkansen and the gateway to Shikoku island over the Seto Ohashi bridge. The JR Pass covers everything from the bullet train to the Marine Liner crossing.
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What to do
- Korakuen, one of Japan's three great gardens.
- Okayama castle, the crow castle, with black walls.
- Bizen ware pottery towns nearby.
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Onward travel with the JR Pass
- Takamatsu in Shikoku by Marine Liner: about 55 minutes.
- Kurashiki canal district: 17 minutes on the Sanyo line.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions.
Is Okayama covered by the JR Pass?
Yes. Sanyo shinkansen to Okayama and the Marine Liner to Shikoku are both included.
Can I see Kurashiki from Okayama?
Yes, a 17 minute local train ride.
How many days do I need?
One night is enough to see the city and Kurashiki.
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