Kitashō Rice Terraces
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A breathtaking view of a lush green carpet stretching out against a backdrop of majestic mountains!
Highlights
- A breathtaking spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Rice Terraces
- Vast rice terraces stretching out against a backdrop of majestic mountains
- An awe-inspiring view of a lush green carpet
- Especially beautiful in autumn when the rice ears turn golden
- A healing space where you can fully enjoy the countryside scenery
Basic Information
- Address
- 3406 Kitashō, Kumenan-chō, Kume-gun, Okayama Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Okayama
- Access
- By car, it's about 1 hour and 30 minutes from Okayama IC on the Chugoku Expressway. By public transportation, it's about a 1-hour bus ride from Kurashiki Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line. Show route
- Op.Hours
- 24 hours a day
- Cld.Days
- None
- Fee
- Free
- INFO
- Parking is available for a few cars near the entrance to the terraced rice paddies. Restrooms are not available. Please be aware that some sections of the road are narrow.
Overview
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