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Tsuyama

Okayama, Japan · Asia

About Tsuyama

Tsuyama is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Katsumada, 58km from Tottori Sand Dunes.

Tsuyama is a city located in Okayama, Japan. With a population of 102,294, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Tsuyama 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 Tsuyama to your route.

About Tsuyama

Tsuyama (津山市, Tsuyama-shi) is a city in Okayama Prefecture, Japan. In February 2023, the city had an estimated population of 97,507 in 45,653 households and a population density of 190 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 506.33 square kilometres (195.50 sq mi).

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Where is Tsuyama located?

Tsuyama is located in Okayama, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.0521 latitude, 133.9989 longitude.

What is the population of Tsuyama?

Tsuyama has a population of approximately 102,294 people, making it a city in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
102,294
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Okayama
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.0521, 133.9989

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 Tsuyama

5 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.

20 km · about 25 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.

25 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.

44 km · about 50 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.

55 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.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Tsuyama

  • 67 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 Tsuyama.

Katsumada

🇯🇵 Japan

11 km awayPop. 10,888

Sakai

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13 km awayPop. 13,053

Shimoyuge

🇯🇵 Japan

15 km awayPop. 4,530

Hayashino

🇯🇵 Japan

15 km awayPop. 25,939

Nishiya

🇯🇵 Japan

17 km awayPop. 12,062

Nagi

🇯🇵 Japan

18 km awayPop. 5,578

Mimasaka

🇯🇵 Japan

21 km away

Maniwa

🇯🇵 Japan

26 km awayPop. 42,725

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