Okayama City is the capital of Okayama Prefecture, a 'Land of Sunshine' along the Seto Inland Sea, where history and nature blend. The landmark Okayama Castle (Crow Castle) is famed for its black exterior walls and majestic keep. Korakuen Garden is one of Japan's Three Great Gardens, with intricately designed ponds, artificial hills, and tea houses, offering picturesque views across all seasons. Kibitsu Shrine boasts a long history and splendid architecture. The Bizen ware kiln sites offer a hands-on experience of thousand-year-old pottery traditions.

Local cuisine is renowned for Okayama white peaches, available only in summer, sweet and juicy; Bizen beef, with its tender and flavourful meat; takimeshi (octopus rice), oyster dishes, and heavily soy-sauce-based Okayama ramen; kurikinton (chestnut sweet), soft and chewy; and Bizen sushi, made with hearty ingredients and a unique taste.