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Katsumada

Okayama, Japan · Asia

About Katsumada

Katsumada is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Hayashino, 57km from Tottori Sand Dunes.

Katsumada is a town located in Okayama, Japan. With a population of 10,888, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Katsumada sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Katsumada to your route.

About Katsumada

Katsumada Station (勝間田駅, Katsumada-eki) is a passenger railway station located in the town of Shōō, Katsuta District, Okayama Prefecture, Japan, operated by West Japan Railway Company (JR West).

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Where is Katsumada located?

Katsumada is located in Okayama, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.0333 latitude, 134.1167 longitude.

What is the population of Katsumada?

Katsumada has a population of approximately 10,888 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
10,888
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Okayama
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.0333, 134.1167

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Japan

Police
110
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
left

Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.

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Worth the detour from Katsumada

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Okayama International Circuit

A compact hillside circuit in western Japan that hosted two Formula 1 Pacific Grand Prix races in 1994 and 1995.

16 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Okutsu Onsen

A quiet riverside spa on the old Izumo highway in northern Okayama, known for baths fed from gravel directly beneath the bathtub floor. The surrounding gorge road is a fine autumn drive.

28 km · about 30 min drive

castle

Bitchū Matsuyama Castle

The highest surviving original castle keep in Japan, at 430 m on Mount Gagyu. On autumn mornings the ridge stands above a sea of cloud filling the valley below.

52 km · about 60 min drive

castle

Himeji Castle

Japan's most spectacular castle, known as the White Heron for its brilliant white exterior, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

57 km · about 65 min drive

natural wonder

Tottori Sand Dunes

Japan's largest sand dunes stretching along the Sea of Japan coast, creating a surreal desert landscape with camel rides.

57 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

A charming canal district with white-walled warehouses converted into museums and craft shops in the heart of Okayama Prefecture.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Katsumada

  • 65 kmUradome CoastA ria coastline of granite sea stacks, arches and clear coves east of the Tottori dunes, with a clifftop walking path and glass-bottomed boat tours through the inlets.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Katsumada.

Hayashino

🇯🇵 Japan

5 km awayPop. 25,939

Mimasaka

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Tsuyama

🇯🇵 Japan

11 km awayPop. 102,294

Nagi

🇯🇵 Japan

11 km awayPop. 5,578

Shimoyuge

🇯🇵 Japan

18 km awayPop. 4,530

Sakai

🇯🇵 Japan

21 km awayPop. 13,053

Sayō

🇯🇵 Japan

22 km awayPop. 15,863

Wake

🇯🇵 Japan

25 km awayPop. 14,191

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