Nishiawakura Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
village in Aida district, Okayama prefecture, Japan
About Nishiawakura
Nishiawakura was established as ashoen, a privately-owned and governed estate, called theAwakura-so(粟倉荘). Nishiawakura was the western estate (nishimeans "west"), and at the time there was a Higashiawakura (higashimeaning "east"), as well. Nishiawakura chose to remain its own village while Higashiawakura was incorporated into modernMimasaka. There are no records of there ever being a united "Awakura". With 95% of the village being forested, it's unsurprising that Nishiawakura is known for its scenic mountains and forests. Much of the forests (84%) were planted as artificial forests after World War II in order to help rebuild the war-torn country. Cedar and cypress are fast-growing trees that produce good wood for building. Over time, demand decreased as domestic woods became less preferabl
Top Attractions in Nishiawakura
Explore the best things to see and do in Nishiawakura:
- ★Awakura Onsen Motoyu
- ★Awakura Shrine
- ★Awakura-So
- ★Awakura Stone Circles
- ★Do Yashiki
- ★Iwakura Temple
- ★Kagekiyo Shrine
- ★Mount Komano
Where to Eat in Nishiawakura
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Aru no Mori Kominka Cafe
- 🍴Awakura Shun no Sato
- 🍴Fureru Shokudo
- 🍴Hugo et Léo
- 🍴Kunchiden
- 🍴Log M
Where to Stay in Nishiawakura
- 🏨Aru no Mori
- 🏨Awakura-So
- 🏨Ikoi no Ie Motoyu
- 🏨Nokishita Toshokan B&B
- 🏨Ogaya Camp Ground
Nishiawakura Travel Guide Sections
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