Japan · City guides
Okayama
Okayama is a major transit hub for western Japan. But with white peaches, a brooding black castle, and the famous garden of Kōrakuen, there are plenty of reasons to catch a later train and get out of the station to explore.
Photo: Rafael Hoyos Weht / Unsplash
Quick facts
- Currency
Currency
Japanese Yen (JPY)- Language
- Japanese
Language
Japanese - Time zones
UTC+9
UTC+9- Power plugs
- Type A/B
Power plugs
Type A, B · 100 V - Getting around
Drive on the left
Drive on the left
- Visa (US citizens)
Check entry requirements for U.S. citizens before you go
Entry requirements on travel.state.gov
Okayama Prefecture, Japan · Population: 720K · Calling code: +81
Explore Okayama
Guides & stories
Discover more about Okayama, from practical travel tips to stories shared on Alex Journeys.
I haven't published a personal story from Okayama yet. Explore the practical information and experiences below.
Nearby places
Explore Okayama
Top things to do
Experiences in Okayama
See all →Loading experiences…
Tours and prices provided by Viator. Links may earn a commission.
Where to stay in Okayama
Weather in Okayama
Typical monthly averages, not a live forecast
Loading monthly climate averages…
Map of Okayama
Places from this trip — tap a pin for details
Sources: Wikivoyage · Wikidata · U.S. State Department · CDC Travelers' Health. Experiences from Viator, hotels from Nuitee. Facts refresh weekly.