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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Soja

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Soja, Japan

Updated September 26, 2023
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Ki Castle and its defensive walls.

Soja, Japan

Ki Castle (Kinojo Castle Ruins)

A rare example of an ancient Japanese hill castle believed to be the fortress of a legendary demon.
Mahō Jinja (Magical Shrine)

Soja, Japan

Mahō Jinja (Magical Shrine)

This unusual "magical shrine" honors a legendary raccoon-dog god that stowed away to Japan from some far-off land.
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Kurashiki, Japan

Matsuka Seimen Noodle Factory

Fans line up at the crack of dawn for a slurpy bowl of deliciousness at this noodle counter inside a factory.
13 miles from Soja
Washuzan Highland.

Kurashiki-shi, Japan

Washuzan Highland

A dilapidated amusement park with a million-dollar view.
15 miles from Soja
One of Yayoi Kusama’s wonderful pumpkins.

Naoshima, Japan

Bennesse Art Site Naoshima

A Japanese corporation has turned this small island town into living modern art gallery.
18 miles from Soja
The sign declares this the number-one gumbo shop in town.

Naoshima, Japan

Gumbo Hut Shioya

Enjoy traditional Louisiana-style gumbo and the spirit of Southern hospitality 7,000 miles from New Orleans.
19 miles from Soja
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