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Bizen Hinase: "Mikan Picking," a Fall Delight, Is About to Begin!
Download PDF: Hinase Mandarins, grown under the abundant sunshine and sea breeze of the Seto Inland Sea. Once again, the “mandarin orange picking” season is upon us on the islands of Hinase Town, Bizen City. As in previous years, mandarin orange picking in Hinase can be enjoyed from mid-October through early December. You can drive around the islands while gazing out at the sea, or take a boat ride... -
On Sunday, November 1, 2026, we will begin selling oysters in the shell at the Gomi Market.
[It’s Finally Here!] The season for delicious oysters has arrived! Thank you for your patience! At “Gomi no Ichiba,” sales of the long-awaited [Oysters in the Shell] are about to begin! Be sure to savor these plump, rich oysters, brimming with the bounty of the sea! Slowly grilled over charcoal... -
Okayama, Bizen: SEA TO SUMMIT 2026
Event Overview: Water vapor that forms over the ocean falls as rain or snow on the mountains, eventually becoming rivers that nourish the forests and villages before returning to the ocean. “SEA TO SUMMITⓇ” invites participants to reflect on the cycle of nature as they travel solely under their own power from the sea (by kayak) to the village (by bicycle) and on to the mountaintop (by hiking)... -
Call for Entries: Nanairo Bizen Photo Contest!
"Nanairo Bizen – Scenes from the Seven Towns That Color Bizen" Photo Contest Guidelines We are publishing a 32-page, full-color, community-participation photo book that is packed with the charms of the Bizen area (5 cities and 2 towns*): “Nanairo Bizen – Scenes from the Seven Towns That Color Bizen.” In connection with this... -
The “Hinase Lantern Night Market 2026” was broadcast on Hina Vision.
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Hina Vision is featuring the "Teacup Merry-Go-Round" at the Bizen City Art Museum.
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Hinase Lantern Night Market Schedule
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A car-sharing service has launched, based at Ibe Station!
A car-sharing service has launched, based at Inbe Station—the home of Bizen ware, a region steeped in history! “I came by train, but I’d like to visit some tourist spots a little farther from the station…” To meet these travel needs, local transportation from Inbe Station has become much more convenient. Riding the JR Ako Line... -
[Important] Notice Regarding a Venue Change for the “Hinase Lantern Night Market”
Regarding the “Hinase Lantern Night Market 2026,” we have decided to change the venue due to the possibility of inclement weather on the day of the event. All activities—including food and drink booths, the Bon dance, the dance stage, the Jinkuro Taiko stage, and the lantern release—will be held at “Bizen Municipal Hinase Junior High School,” so... -
🚲 Let's enjoy Bizen with Bizen Share Cycle!
What is Bizen Share Cycle? It’s a service that lets you use a bike whenever you want, from any location to any destination, without worrying about return times. Simply tap your smartphone app or registered IC card on a bike at a Cycle Port (bike rental station)...