Momotaro Folklore Sites

Okayama claims Momotaro, the Peach Boy of Japanese folklore, as its own, and the city has leaned into the connection across several sites. The main boulevard from the station to Korakuen Garden is called Momotaro Avenue, lined with statues of the hero and his companions. The Kibiji cycling route east of the city passes through the countryside that inspired the original legend, with ancient burial mounds, shrines, and pheasant farms along the way. A dedicated Momotaro museum covers the story's many versions and regional variations. The peach-flavored sweets sold throughout Okayama tie the legend directly to the prefecture's actual fruit production, which is substantial.