Mount Washu - Okayama, Japan

I made a quick stop in Kojima, best known for its denim, but my main goal was to hike the Kaze no Michi Trail and visit Mt. Washu (133m). The trail follows the route of the old Shimotsui Electric Railway, with signs marking the former stations along the way.

Starting near Kojima Station, I followed the path until it branched toward Mt. Washu. The climb was easy—mostly paved, with a few stairs—and the view from the top was spectacular, overlooking the Seto Ohashi Bridge and the Seto Inland Sea. At the visitor center, the friendly staff even gave me a certificate for completing the hike.

On my way back, I stumbled upon a boat race, a fun and unexpected surprise, before grabbing some conveyor belt sushi near the station to end the day. A short stop turned into a memorable adventure.