"A Playground for Creating the Future - Mt. Ojigatake and Shibukawa Coast" will be held! A special day to enjoy nature and local culture [ Tamano City, Okayama Prefecture ]

This event will feature a variety of activities that allow visitors to enjoy the region's rich nature and culture, with young people from the local area participating as volunteers. It will provide visitors with an unforgettable experience, allowing them to fully experience the charm of the Setouchi along with the beautiful scenery.

Mt. Ojigatake area

Guided walking tours (foreign languages ​​available)

At Mt. Ojigatake , the student volunteer group "Tamano Beads" will be holding a guided walking tour. Participants Mt. Ojigatake while enjoying the scenery of the Setouchi's iconic Smiling Rock and the beautiful islands of the Seto Naikai . Tamano Beads' guides can speak not only Japanese but also foreign languages, making this a tour with a strong international flavor. This is the perfect opportunity to take commemorative photos at your favorite spots and share the charms of Mt. Ojigatake with the world on social media!

Mori to Oka Restaurant

" Mori and Hill Restaurant" will be open for a limited time in a spectacular location overlooking the magnificent Seto Naikai . We offer a special menu including a meunière made with locally caught black sea bream, as well as appetizers and soups made with seasonal ingredients from within the prefecture. You can enjoy a luxurious time gazing out at the calm sea while savoring delicious food. The price is 1,100 yen (tax included) and is limited to the first 100 people. The special menu, which is made with carefully selected ingredients, can only be enjoyed here. In particular, the black sea bream meunière is made with fresh fish caught off the coast of Munekami, allowing you to savor the luxury that can only be found in the local area.

*Luxurious menu made with plenty of ingredients from within the prefecture

・Appetizer: Smoked rainbow trout from Maniwa and red Setouchi bream from Maniwa , seasonal vegetables, Italian vinaigrette sauce

・Soup/ Ushimado white mushroom and garlic soup

・Main course: Black sea bream meunière caught off the coast of Munekami, Tamano eggplant and mushroom saute, fettuccine pasta, pesto sauce, tomato sauce

・Sweets: Belk's special cheese terrine, Okayama Prefecture Shine Muscat grapes, cassis and red wine sauce

・Soft drinks (separate)

Art Museum - Art Hills Mt. Ojigatake Special Opening

Art Hills Mt. Ojigatake will be holding a special exhibition of a rare art collection that is not normally on display. The collection on display was collected from all over the country by Miyake Kenichi, an entrepreneur from Tamano City , and brings together art works and rare items from across the country. Don't miss this opportunity to experience this rarely seen collection. You can also enjoy the art in greater depth with commentary from the volunteer guides, Tsutsuji no Kai (advance reservation required).

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Shibukawa Coast Area

Shibukawa Coast - Limited Tea Ceremony

At the Shibukawa Coast Tea Ceremony, hosted by the Tamano Commercial High School Tea Ceremony Club, you can enjoy a luxurious time sipping matcha tea while gazing at the beautiful white sand and green pines of Shibukawa Coast. This vast coastline has been selected as one of Japan's 100 Best Beaches and 100 Best Bathing Beaches, and you can enjoy a relaxing tea time with its magnificent scenery. Why not spend a peaceful moment feeling the sea breeze? Participation is available for 500 yen (tax included) per seat.

There will also be a "Tin Badge Making Workshop" hosted by Toy Kingdom. This is a fun activity where you can turn your own drawings or photos of the beautiful coastline and scenery you have taken on the spot into tin badges. Anyone can participate for free.

E-bike test ride event

At the Shibukawa Tourist Parking Lot, we will be holding a test ride of an "e-bike" that allows you to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Seto Naikai Setouchi while feeling the breeze. Anyone can participate for free.

There will also be tourist booths set up by the Bizen Tourism Association and the Setouchi City Tourism Association, with whom we regularly collaborate, providing a great opportunity to learn about local specialties and tourist information.

A ride that lets you experience nature

*Scenes from another event

A ride that lets you experience nature

A trial run of "tuk-tuks" will be conducted, allowing for comfortable travel through nature. From the tuk-tuk running along National Route 430, you can enjoy beautiful views of the Seto and the many islands, making you feel as if you are part of the Seto Naikai. What's more, the appeal of tuk-tuks is the pleasant travel experience while feeling the sea breeze and the scent of the ocean. Advance reservations are required, and as many applications are expected, information will be provided by lottery. Don't miss out on this valuable experience, so please apply.

The application period is from October 11th to October 20th.

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Free shuttle bus service

On the day of the event, a free shuttle bus will run between the Shibukawa Tourist Parking Lot and Mt. Ojigatake Second Parking Lot. This shuttle bus will take you to Mt. Ojigatake in comfort, taking in the spectacular views along Route 430. The journey will be special, as you enjoy the sparkling waters of the Seto Naikai and the beautiful scenery of the many islands. As congestion is expected, we recommend using the Shibukawa Tourist Parking Lot. The shuttle bus will begin operating from 9:00, so please make sure to take advantage of it.

*As congestion is expected around Mt. Ojigatake, we recommend using the Shibukawa Tourist Parking Lot.

This year's "Playground for Creating the Future - Mt. Ojigatake and Shibukawa Coast" is a rare event where you can fully enjoy nature and culture. There is plenty to do to experience the beautiful scenery of the Setouchi, experience local culture and art, and spend a special time together. Families are welcome, of course, but friends and couples are also welcome. A wide variety of experiences are available, making this a "playground for creating the future" where visitors can discover new discoveries and have fun. We look forward to your participation!