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Maniwa

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About Maniwa

Maniwa is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Nishiya, 34km from Bitchū Matsuyama Castle.

Maniwa is a town located in Okayama, Japan. With a population of 42,725, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Maniwa 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 Maniwa to your route.

About Maniwa

Maniwa (真庭市, Maniwa-shi) is a city located in Okayama Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 February 2023, the city had an estimated population of 42,477 in 17568 households and a population density of 51 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 828.53 square kilometres (319.90 sq mi).

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Where is Maniwa located?

Maniwa is located in Okayama, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.1064 latitude, 133.7201 longitude.

What is the population of Maniwa?

Maniwa has a population of approximately 42,725 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
42,725
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Okayama
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.1064, 133.7201

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 Maniwa

4 notable places within an hour's 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.

23 km · about 25 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.

34 km · about 40 min 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.

50 km · about 60 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.

57 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Maniwa

  • 66 kmEshima Ohashi BridgeThe 'rollercoaster bridge' between Matsue and Sakaiminato, whose 44 m rigid-frame hump lets ships pass beneath. Telephoto shots of its seemingly vertical ramp made it a viral driving landmark.
  • 77 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 Maniwa.

Nishiya

🇯🇵 Japan

16 km awayPop. 12,062

Sakai

🇯🇵 Japan

24 km awayPop. 13,053

Tsuyama

🇯🇵 Japan

26 km awayPop. 102,294

Niimi

🇯🇵 Japan

27 km awayPop. 30,583

Shimogamo

🇯🇵 Japan

28 km awayPop. 10,886

Neu

🇯🇵 Japan

29 km awayPop. 2,907

Ebi

🇯🇵 Japan

29 km awayPop. 2,672

Shimoyuge

🇯🇵 Japan

30 km awayPop. 4,530

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