Tsuyama City

Located in the northern part of Okayama Prefecture, Tsuyama City is a historic city that flourished as a castle town during the Edo period (1603-1868), and it still retains much of its historical character. Tsuyama Castle (Kakuzan Park), the city's symbol, has been selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Castles and one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots, and is known as one of the leading cherry blossom viewing spots in western Japan, with approximately 1,000 cherry trees in full bloom. Furthermore, the Joto district, which stretches along the old Izumo Road, has been designated as an Important Preservation District for Traditional Buildings, and is a popular historical walking area where the townscape of the Edo period still remains. In addition, the Tsuyama, surrounded by lush mountains, offers beautiful scenery, and nearby hot spring resorts such as Yunogo Onsen and Okutsu Onsen can be enjoyed in conjunction with Tsuyama City as a base. Furthermore, you can enjoy the diverse attractions, including the unique food culture of the Mimasaka region, making it an area worth visiting throughout the year as a tourist destination where history, nature, and culture blend together.