I teach at schools in the Ukan area and I must admit before moving to Takahashi from neighboring Niimi, I knew nothing about the place. I was pleasantly surprised when I headed out for a drive to get accustomed to the area. I found what felt like a secret temple called Gion-ji, which is technically in Kose, but nearby. The views from the top of paragliding spot, Mt.Ohira were fantastic and the stone windmills are definitely worth a little look.
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Ukan in Takahashi City, Okayama
A hidden treasure on the outskirts of Takahashi City

By Chris Cooper
Community writer

Ring the bell at Gion-ji Temple surely no-one can hear for miles around

Gion-ji Temple hidden up a mountain in Kose Town, Takahashi

Old cedar tree towering over Gion-ji Temple

You could probably get about 10 people holding hand to hand round the cedar tree at Gion-ji Temple

Who watches TV here? I saw a Tanuki (racoon dog) scampering away shortly after this, maybe it belonged to him

Stone windmill at Ukan Tsuneyama Park

Breathtaking view from the top of Mt. Ohira, also a paragliding spot

A butterfly having a rest, spotted whilst walking along a short, slightly overgrown forest trail at Mt. Ohira

The colour of summer, looking out from Mt. Ohira
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