Visit an Edo-era school designated as a National Treasure
About this spot
A historic site founded by the Okayama domain in the early Edo period, known as Japan's oldest school for common people. The main hall with its beautiful Bizen-ware tiled roof is designated a National Treasure, and the impressive stone walls surrounding it convey the dignity of the learning spaces of that era. There is also a museum on the spacious grounds where you can learn about education at that time. Walking around the buildings nestled in the quiet mountains makes you feel as if you've traveled back to the Edo period.
Fireworks details
Name: 吉永町サマーフェスティバル
Date & time: 8/1 (Sat) 20:40–
Venue: 備前市・吉永中(吉永町)
2026年8月1日(土)開催、45回を数える吉永町サマーフェスティバルの花火大会です。会場周辺の夜空に花火が次々と打ち上がり、山あいの町に音が響き渡ります。地域の人たちが長年育んできた手作りの夏まつりで、観覧客との距離も近く、身近な場所で花火の迫力を感じられるのが魅力です。静かな山あいの町を一夜だけ彩る、地元に根ざした夏の風物詩です。
Tips
荒天時は中止または順延の場合があるため、当日は主催者の発表を確認しましょう。夜は山あいで冷え込みやすいので羽織ものを忘れずに。終了後は周辺道路が混み合うため、少し余韻を楽しんでからの移動がおすすめです。
Tips
About 10 minutes by car from JR Yoshinaga Station. The tour mainly involves walking around outdoor historic sites, so comfortable shoes are recommended. In summer, there are places with little shade, so don't forget a hat and water to stay hydrated.
Best time to visit
About 2 hours needed. From late morning through midday, there are fewer tourists, allowing for a peaceful visit
Access & map
〒705-0036 Okayama Prefecture, Bizen City, Kanao 784
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