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Hotel Granvia Okayama is directly connected to JR Okayama Station, offering an ideal location for sightseeing and business. Guests staying on the Granvia Floor can enjoy tea-time and bar-time services in the lounge. Free wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) is available in all Rooms, allowing you to use Wi-Fi on your PC, tablet, smartphone, and other devices in your Room.

From the streets of Kurashiki, rich in art and culture, step into the Kurashiki Royal Art Hotel... Here, a splendid space adorned with luxurious marble awaits. We always welcome our guests with the spirit of "ichi-go ichi-e," providing heartfelt service and a relaxing atmosphere. We aspire to be a hotel that leaves a lasting impression in our guests' hearts along with memories of their Kurashiki journey. All rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi.

Just a 2-minute walk from JR Okayama Station, with excellent access to Kansai, the San’in and Sanyō regions, and Shikoku.This global Hotel is conveniently located as a base for sightseeing, close to top attractions such as Kōraku-en Garden—one of Japan’s three great gardens—Okayama Castle (also known as “Ujō,” the Crow Castle), and the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter with its beautiful white-walled streetscape.The Hotel features 220 Rooms (all with free Wi-Fi), three restaurants and bars, and five banquet venues.Adjacent to the Okayama Convention Center, it is also ideal for business use such as meetings and events.

Here, you will find genuine warmth cultivated by tradition and a spirit of hospitality that values each individual. Whenever you visit, you will feel nostalgic and wish to return, as the heartfelt hospitality that understands the essence of welcoming people thrives here. This is why this Hotel possesses an unchanging style. Kurashiki International Hotel offers unparalleled relaxation and enriching moments. Heartwarming Hospitality.

Not the art of a museum, but the subtle art in everyday life. Kouraku Hotel is a hotel unique to Okayama with a relaxed atmosphere. Located in front of Okayama Station with good access, it stands by Nishikawa Ryokudo Park, allowing you to stay in a lush green environment. Inside the hotel, there is a "small museum" displaying Bizen ware by Living National Treasures, which you can enjoy at your leisure.

Kurashiki Bikan District Yoshi Ryokan was originally built as a private residence in the late Edo period, a time when the area flourished as a tenryo (directly governed land). As one of the traditional buildings within the Kurashiki Riverbank Traditional Building Preservation District, protected under the Cultural Properties Protection Act, we have preserved its exterior while operating as a Ryokan for over a century, upholding Kurashiki's spirit of hospitality. Amid the fast-paced days of modern life, we invite you to fully enjoy the seasonal breezes flowing through this traditional Ryokan in the Kurashiki Bikan District. We look forward to welcoming you.

"Yoruya" is a culinary accommodation with 13 rooms, located in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, aiming to provide guests with an experience that reflects the essence of Kurashiki through dining and accommodation. The 110-year-old traditional building, originally constructed during the Meiji era as an annex for a kimono shop, has been renovated and expanded to include 13 guest rooms, a U-shaped dining area with 16 seats, and a wine bar open to non-staying guests. At "Yoruya," we embrace the changing seasons not just by the calendar's four divisions but by incorporating ingredients and cooking methods inspired by Japan's twenty-four solar terms and seventy-two micro-seasons, offering a culinary experience that expresses Kurashiki's local culture.

"Misaka no Ie" is a small Property restored and revitalized by the NPO Kurashiki Machiya Trust as the first machiya restoration project. With financial support from many supporters, as well as assistance from members, local residents, and volunteers, it was completed in November of Heisei 19. We hope that many people connected to this revitalized machiya will stay, light up, converse, and enjoy the lifestyle of this town. We look forward to your use.

A harmonious blend of old and new, the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter.“Toto Kurashiki Machiya no Yado” is an Accommodation in a traditional townhouse built about 100 years ago, designed to blend seamlessly into this beautiful streetscape.What Toto hopes to offer you is time spent here. While preserving the history etched into the building, it has been carefully restored with materials that grow richer in character with age, creating a space where you can truly unwind.For dining, we can introduce nearby spots where you can enjoy local cuisine and regional sake. Stroll through town as you take in white-walled storehouses, swaying willows, and swans gliding over the surface of the Kurashiki River. Pick up a tempting dish at a shop along the way—when you return to your Accommodation, another evening begins. Savor each moment and stay as if you live here; we invite you to enjoy these precious times.

“Toutou: Second-Floor Accommodation” is a space where you notice the light through its shadows. Soft textures and drowsy, gentle light. White surfaces that change their expression as time passes. From the small balcony, enjoy the ever-changing sky and breeze, along with the vibrant life of the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. Surrender to the quiet moments just beyond everyday life, and relax to your heart’s content.

"A&A (Artist & Architect)" is an accommodation created through the collaboration of globally renowned contemporary artists and leading Japanese architects. The concept and design of the building were developed through joint efforts between each artist and architect. The facility itself is a work of art, allowing guests to experience and enjoy art by staying within it. This project has been expanding over approximately 20 years, with two A&A accommodations currently located in Okayama City. Each property is available as a private rental for one group per day, offering guests a serene and private space to relax at their leisure. "A&A Jonathan Hasegawa" - Artist: JONATHAN MONK - Architect: GO HASEGAWA & ASSOCIATES "A&A Liam Fuji" - Artist: LIAM GILLICK - Architect: MOUNT FUJI ARCHITECTS STUDIO

“Toto Achi-no-Sho Kura no Yado” is a private rental Accommodation renovated from a traditional storehouse that was relocated to this site around 1897. Enjoy a relaxing stay surrounded by the town’s history and the storehouse’s white plaster walls.

Toto Kurashiki Mingeikan Minami Accommodation consists of three Accommodations—“Riverside Accommodation,” “Inner Accommodation,” and “Rear Accommodation”—created by restoring a building long used as a medical clinic into an Accommodation.“Riverside Accommodation” is a renovated attic space in a Meiji-era building that served as a clinic for many years. Enjoy views of the Kurashiki River from the window.“Inner Accommodation” offers a calm atmosphere with tatami mats and shoji screens, with views of the Kurashiki Mingeikan to the north and Mingei Plaza to the south.“Rear Accommodation” sits slightly set back from the main street, offering pleasant borrowed scenery through its windows.Located between the Kurashiki Mingeikan and the Japan Folk Toy Museum, this is a place where you can feel history and culture through its connections with neighboring Facilities—please enjoy a relaxing stay.

Toto Japanese Folk Toy Museum Kura no Yado is a private rental Accommodation created by renovating a rice storehouse on the banks of the Kurashiki River, said to be the oldest among the museum’s group of buildings. From the windows facing the river, you can enjoy views of the water and townscape, with Mukoyama in the distance. The Japanese Folk Toy Museum is a privately run museum specializing in folk toys, collecting and exhibiting traditional toys made across Japan from the Edo period through the early Showa era. This kura also marks where it all began: in 1967 (Showa 42), when the museum opened at the recommendation of Yoshinosuke Tonomura, first director of the Kurashiki Folkcraft Museum, it served as its very first exhibition room. We hope you will enjoy a relaxing stay while feeling the prayers and wishes embodied in these folk toys, along with each region’s history and culture.

HAKUHA is a luxury townhouse accommodation located in the charming Higashimachi area of Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, available exclusively for one group per day. The space has been carefully renovated, preserving its historic beams and pillars, blending traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern comfort. Equipped with high-quality facilities such as premium bathrooms, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi, guests can relax in an atmosphere filled with soft light through shoji screens and the soothing scent of wood. With the concept of "living quietly in town like a single leaf," we offer a special stay where you can savor time, feel the seasons, and rediscover yourself. Accommodating up to 8 guests, it is perfect for private stays with family or friends. Indulge in the profound charm of Kurashiki at your leisure.

Mitsui Garden Hotel Okayama is ideally located just a 2-minute walk from Okayama Station, making it a convenient base for business and sightseeing in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions. A garden bath on the top floor helps you unwind after work or travel.

Natural Onsen Available! Just a 1-minute walk to the Bikan Historical Quarter! An 8-minute walk from JR Kurashiki Station South Exit. Perfect for sightseeing with a 1-minute walk to the Bikan Historical Quarter and Ohara Museum of Art. The top floor features a natural onsen large bath with sauna, as well as open-air baths for men and women. A relaxing accommodation for your stay.

APA Hotel <Kurashiki Ekimae>, located in Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, at the entrance to the Seto Ohashi Bridge connecting Honshu and Shikoku. Conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from the JR Kurashiki Station South Exit, an 8-minute walk to the beautiful white-walled streets of the [Bikan Historical Quarter], a 12-minute walk to Japan's first Western modern art museum, the [Ohara Museum of Art], and a 15-minute walk to [Achi Shrine]. All guest Rooms are located on the 10th floor or higher, offering accommodations that cater to a wide range of guests, including business travelers, couples, and families. Additionally, at the restaurant [Kyoto Gin Yuba], guests can enjoy a buffet-style breakfast with a variety of Japanese and Western dishes, and for dinner, savor our specialty tofu dishes. The Hotel also features conference Rooms, a lounge, and a banquet hall with a capacity of 150 people. Enjoy a memorable stay in Kurashiki, a city rich in tradition and culture.

Conveniently located with excellent access to major tourist attractions and business areas, our hotel is situated in a quiet area just a 2-minute walk from AEON Mall Okayama, making it perfect for shopping and dining. All guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi internet access.

For business or sightseeing, relax in a comfortable space where you can unwind. Hotel Excel Okayama is conveniently located near Okayama Korakuen, one of Japan's three most famous gardens, and Okayama Castle, which boasts a 400-year history. Experience the essence of Okayama's romance and exploration, where the local culture, human connections, and heartfelt artistry come alive. A variety of art will enrich your heart. Approximately a 5-minute ride on the tram from JR Okayama Station "Korakuen Exit" to "Shiroshita" stop, and just a short walk from there. *Please note that the view of Okayama Castle is only available from some Rooms on the upper east side floors. Thank you for your understanding.