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A sophisticated complex facility themed on the blessings of the forest, located in Nishiawakura Village in the far northeast of Okayama Prefecture. You can enjoy products of high-quality timber (Nishiawakura Mori-no-Gakko) born from forests that occupy about 95% of the village area, cafes utilizing local ingredients, and DIY experiences. It is attracting attention from highly sensitive travelers as a place to experience the latest local businesses and sustainable lifestyles being tackled by regional Japan. In a space enveloped in the warmth of wood, you can feel modern Japanese forest culture.

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BASE 101% -NISHIAWAKURA-【岡山県：西粟倉村】

Okayama Prefectural Tourism Federation

BASE 101% -NISHIAWAKURA-

Address: 461-1 Nagao, Nishiawakura-village, Aida-gun, Okayama
Website: https://www.base101.shop/
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