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Alcove (or Tokonoma in Japanese):
This area is a built-in recessed space in which items for artistic appreciation are displayed, such as a pictural scroll and an arrangement of flowers.
The long wood pillar which stood in the centre of the photo is called “tokobashira” (alcove post). On the right side of the “tokobashira” is the “tokowaki” which is a storage area.
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From the villa, take this bridge to go to Furusatokan restaurant.
Map from the villa to Furusatokan through the bridge
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Under good weather condition, Okayama International Circuit can be clearly seen from the peak lookout.
Okayama International Circuit which was the venue of automobile racing (F1Pacific Grand Prix) in 1994 and 1995.
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Gyojado
Setonakiaki Sea
A distant view of the continuous mountains which are situated in “Shodoshima” Island in Kagawa Prefecture
The building at the bottom corner is 'Hattoji Furusatokan'.
The building at the right top corner with a thatched rooftop is ‘Kayabuki Chaya’
Restaurant Nozomigaoka
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The renowned beer brand factory. KIRIN Beer Okayama Factory.