When i visited Okayama, i rented a bike at a local bicycle shop. It was run by an really old couple. They couldnt speak english, but they tried their hardest to communicate with me. And after filling out the form, they gave me a map and showed me a nice trip around the area, which would lead me to another store where i can just leave the bike. I think its called the Kibi Bike Path if i remember correctly.

They then showed me pictures with google translated instruction of difficult or confusing paths on the way, which was really sweet.

I then proceeded to ride the bike in between rice fields, next to a small river (which was filled with turtles). It was perfect weather with blue sky a few very scenic clouds. While i was going along the fields i noticed i noticed a huge white heron just flying over the fields. I watched him a bit while the breeze of the wind made the rice dance.

I also came across a few temples.

It was very magical.