Roots of the hero of justice “Momotaro”
The famous folktale "Momotaro" that every Japanese person knows has its roots here in Okayama. You can meet "Momotaro" all over the city.
There are many things related to Momotaro around JR Okayama Station.
①Momotaro Boulevard
② Monkey, pheasant, and dog sculptures
③Momotaro Tourism Center
④Postbox in front of Okayama Station
⑤Manhole
⑥Stone pillar on Momotaro Street
[① Momotaro Boulevard]
The street in front of JR Okayama Station is called "Momotaro Odori."
[②Monkey, pheasant, dog sculpture]
On Momotaro Boulevard, there are sculptures of Momotaro's companions: a monkey, a pheasant, and a dog. Let's look for it!
[③Momotaro Tourism Center]
The name of the tourist information center inside JR Okayama Station is "Momotaro Tourist Center." Let's collect tourist information for Okayama here.
[④ Post office in front of Okayama Station]
There is a cute Momotaro on top of the mailbox in front of Okayama Station.
[⑤ Manhole]
Illustrations of Momotaro are also drawn on manholes throughout the city.
[⑥Stone pillar on Momotaro Boulevard]
The stone pillar on Momotaro Boulevard is shaped like a metal club held by a demon.
Visit shrines and historical sites related to Momotaro
There is a shrine dedicated to Kibitsuhiko no Mikoto, the model for Momotaro, and the ruins of a castle where a demon lived.
Experiences related to Momotaro
In the summer, many demons appear in the city of Okayama!
White peaches are also in season.
White peaches are also in season.
Let's take "kibidango" as a souvenir!
The ``kibidango'' that Momotaro brought with him to slay demons is very popular as a souvenir representing Okayama.
