If you dont mind walking for abt 45 min one way from the JR station, then its a nice place to see beautiful autumn leaves. Its built similar to old confucian styles type of architecture. I went there today for the famous autumn illumination, unfortunately, all the leaves have dropped from the 2 big maple trees. No illumination but still there were other maple and koyo trees around the vicinity which was beautiful. The most important is, there aint many ppl, at least foreigners which has crowded everywhere this year !!

Built in 1670, this was the first school for commoners in Japan. Beautifully maintained buildings and grounds with a unique round top stone wall around it.

Where you can see 18th century, Japanese country side architecture. Which isn’t famous at all.

Amazing school building ! And landscape

National cultural property. If you get the chance I would definitely recommend to visit this old school (possible the first public school in the world). English booklets are available to guide you through the area.

10 Nov 2019, this is still too early for the full autumn color for maple leaves, but the 2 pistachio trees, symbolic of this place is already quite bright. The best time will be around 17 to End Nov.

A historical place. A perfect place to explore what a school in Japan is like in the past.

(Translated by Google) If you're from Kansai, you'll want to visit at least once. The two impressive bridges that can be crossed by moped, car, and even on foot (Original) 関西人なら一度は訪れてみたい。原付きから自動車、徒歩でも渡れる2つの橋も印象的

(Translated by Google) I went to see the sunset. The view from the bridge is amazing. (Original) 夕日を見に行きました。 橋からの眺めが素晴らしいです。

(Translated by Google) It's a relaxing island with beautiful scenery, and many people enjoy fishing and touring. If you are fishing, please take your trash home with you as it is a fisherman's island. (Original) 景色がきれいでのんびりできる島で、釣りや、ツーリングを楽しまれてる方多し 釣りをされる方は漁師島なのでゴミは持ち帰りましょー

(Translated by Google) As I was riding my bicycle along the road around the island, I saw an old woman selling oranges. I was asked if I would like to try one, so I decided to have it. Very sweet and delicious. If that happens, I can't help but buy it because of the atmosphere. I decided to buy a bag full of small mandarin oranges. This is quite reasonable at 300 yen. When I counted it later, there were 30 pieces in it. (Original) 島の外周道路を自転車で走っていたら、みかんを売っているおばちゃんがいた。ひとつ食べていかないかと言われて、いただくことに。とても甘くて美味しい。 そうなるともう、雰囲気的にも買わないわけにはいかない。小さめのみかんがぎっしり入った袋を一袋買うことに。これが300円となかなかリーズナブル。あとで数えてみたら３０個入っていた。

(Translated by Google) It's a nice place, but the roads are narrow and even if you wanted to park your car for a while, there was only a municipal parking lot. (Original) いいところだが、道が狭くちょっと車を停めたくても市営の駐車場くらいしか場所がなかった。

(Translated by Google) The road to the observation deck is narrow (T . T) (Original) 展望台への道は狭いです(T . T)

(Translated by Google) You can move around the island on foot! If you want to walk, the recommended time is 90 to 120 minutes. (Original) 島内は歩いて移動出来ます！歩くなら90分～120分が目安です。

Closed!! It is very much completely closed. Do not go here and waste your time.

Bizenware is very different to many other types of pottery so this museum is worth a visit. While there is very limited English language, there are many information boards covering the history and production of Bizen pottery that can be translated.

Extensive collection of pottery from the ancient kilns in the area! Variety of styles inc some modern sculptural pieces. Very impressive works. Easy access right next to station.

Closed for reconstruction since 8th May. No indication of when reopening.

It is very worth to visit and to buy some souvenirs

Must see for any fan of Bizen pottery

(Translated by Google) On October 15, 2022, the opening ceremony of the Bizen Yaki Festival was held here for the first time in three years! So, the Ibe Station area and its surroundings are very crowded! I was a little sad that there weren't many food stalls, probably due to the coronavirus, but it was quite fun. The ladies of Bizen ware Komachi are so cute this year too! (Original) 2022年10月15日、ここで３年ぶりの備前焼き祭りの開会式がありました！ で〜伊部駅界隈とその周辺は大賑わい！コロナの影響か食い物系の屋台が少ないのがちょっと寂しかったけど、結構、楽しかった〜 備前焼き小町のお嬢様方、今年もかわいいネ！

Great Place !

awesome place

beautiful place

(Translated by Google) You can admire Bizen ware, contemporary art, and Art Olympia works, and enjoy matcha tea in a Bizen ware bowl in a room with a great view. Before I went, I thought it was a little expensive, but since you can take your time to look at it, I think art lovers will be satisfied. I was able to see both ancient Bizen and contemporary art, so I felt like I could experience the best of both. We recommend checking the website for the opening status. (Original) 備前焼、現代アート、アートオリンピア作品を鑑賞し、備前焼茶碗で眺めのよい部屋で抹茶を楽しむことができます。 行く前はちょっと高いかなと思いましたが、ゆっくり見れることもあり、美術好きな方は満足できると思います。 古備前と現代アートの両方を見られるので、どちらの良さも体感できる気がしました。 開館状況はホームページ等での確認をおすすめします。

(Translated by Google) In addition to exhibits, there are also experiences and a cafe. You can also enjoy a lot of original art. (Original) 展示品だけでなく、体験や喫茶もある。 独創的なアートも多く楽しめます。

(Translated by Google) The view is nice and you can enjoy matcha. It's an art museum, so you can see a lot of things. (Original) 眺めも良く、抹茶いただけます 美術館なので、いろいろ見れます

(Translated by Google) It was the first time I had seen the Fujiwara Kei Memorial Museum since it first opened, and it had completely changed. A wide variety of works are on display, with a focus on works by Living National Treasures, including the Bizen ware master Kei Fujiwara. The tea after viewing was delicious. (Original) 藤原啓記念館が開館した当時に行って以来の観賞でしたが、すっかり様変わりしていました。 備前焼きの藤原啓をはじめ人間国宝の作品を中心に多種多様な作品が展示されています。 観賞後のお茶か美味しかったです。

(Translated by Google) The museum requires reservations, but you can walk around the museum listening to explanations from the curators, so even if you don't have any knowledge of the Living National Treasures or contemporary art on display, you can meet the curators on the spot. I could hear it. The exhibits included metal carvings, paintings, dolls, contemporary art, and ceramics by Kei Fujiwara and Rosanjin, all of which were covered in wide-ranging explanations, and I had a lot of fun wandering through the exhibits, which lasted more than two hours. Then you can enjoy matcha. The price is a bit high at 3,500 yen, but if you make a reservation for just one person, you will be accompanied by a curator to guide you, so after touring the museum, I didn't think it was expensive. (Original) 完全予約制の美術館ではるが、館内を学芸員の方の説明を聞きながら回ることができるので展示してある人間国宝の作品や現代アートの知識がなくてもその場で学芸員の人に聞くことができた。展示は彫金、絵画、人形、現代アート、藤原啓氏や魯山人などの陶器と幅広く解説をしてもらいながら回ると楽しい時間があっという間に過ぎてしまって２時間以上たっていた。あとは抹茶を楽しめる。 料金が3500円と少し高いが一人でも予約すれば学芸員が付いて案内をしてもらえるので美術館を回ったあとには高いとは思わなかった。

(Translated by Google) Visited on a rainy Saturday weekend. There weren't many customers so we had a good time. It comes with matcha and sweets, and you can enjoy the view from the window. However, since the museum is a converted mansion, it might be difficult when it gets crowded. (Original) 週末雨の土曜日に訪問。お客さんも少なくゆっくり楽しめました。お抹茶とお菓子付きでゆっくり窓からの景色もいいです。ただ、豪邸を改造した美術館なので、混み合う時は辛いかな？

(Translated by Google) Is the conger eel cheaper now that Obon is over? I went to buy one for frying my favorite conger pike (large and thick) and one for parboiling (smaller than the bone remains in my mouth). It seems that the number of fish species has increased. Filefish is also small, but there was. Around the outside, you can find fried tempura, bread, sandwiches, sushi, fruit, and cutlery on the spot! There is also a table where you can eat. (Original) お盆も過ぎて鱧も安くなったかな？大好きな鱧のフライ用(大きく肉厚がある)と湯引き用(骨が口に残らない小さめ)に買いに行ってきました。少し秋めいてきたのか…魚種も増えてる様でした。カワハギも小さめですが有りました。外周りは、その場で揚げてる天ぷら、パン、サンドイッチに寿司、果物、刃物も売ってますよ！食べれるテーブルも有ります。

(Translated by Google) Open on Sunday mornings. Every January, you can buy oysters very cheaply. You can buy fresh and cheap fish caught in the Seto Inland Sea all year round. Blue crab, octopus, conger eel, pike conger, shrimp, mantis shrimp, and many more. Conger eels and eels are also sold as kabayaki at the fishermen's cooperative association. Also, takoyaki at a street stall is cheap and recommended. Photos are from the event. The Takoyaki shop is gone, it's a shame. (Original) 基本日曜日の午前営業。 毎年1月になると、カキが非常に安く買えます。 年中通して瀬戸内で水揚げされる魚が、新鮮で安く買えます。 ワタリガニ、たこ、あなご、ハモ、エビ、シャコ、その他色々。 アナゴとうなぎは、漁協で蒲焼でも販売してます、これがまた旨いので必ず購入します。 あと、露店のたこ焼きも安くておすすめ。 写真はイベント時の物。 たこ焼きのお店無くなってます、惜しいなぁ。

(Translated by Google) Normally it takes about 10 minutes to get off at Bizen Interchange, but on Sundays from 9:30 to 10 am, the traffic is so heavy that it takes 30 minutes, so you'll have to get there early. 😆 (Original) 普段なら備前インター降りて10分ぐらいだが、日曜日の9時30分～10時くらいになると30分はかかるほど渋滞してるから、早く行かないと大変です！😆