2025 Kurashiki Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

#Overseas travel 📍Kurashiki 7-2 Honmachi, Kurashiki, Okayama 710-0054 Japan If there is a city you want to travel to in spring, it would be Japan. This is Kurashiki, located in Okayama, Japan. It is a great place to see beautiful cherry blossoms, so I would like to recommend it as an overseas travel destination. I would like to recommend a small city in Japan where you can take a leisurely walk and see beautiful cherry blossoms. #Japan travel #Okayama travel

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 Okayama-Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, a picturesque canal district. River cruise ships, white-walled streets, willow trees and a nostalgic and quaint atmosphere are the beautiful images that the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter brings to mind. When I actually visited the place, I was surprised to find that it was so beautiful that it seemed unreal. The streets built with traditional buildings, the retro-modern buildings along the Kurashiki River, the Kurashiki Museum, Shinkei-en, the Ohara Museum of Art, the Archaeological Museum, and the Ivy Square were all fascinating. The Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter was once the political and commercial center of Kurashiki City. Many warehouses from the 19th century have been preserved and transformed into an art district full of historical atmosphere. The Kurashiki River flows through it. You can experience the fun of a cruise on the Kurashiki River for only ¥700. Kurashiki has a completely different look after dark. The night lighting designed by Kanko Ishii will light up the streets one by one from the sunset in the evening, instantly filling this nostalgic yet modern Kurashiki district with a dreamy atmosphere. #Okayama Travel #Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

Okayama 𓂃 𓈒𓏸 Kurashiki Katariza Oharamoto Residence (former Ohara family residence) ⁡ I'm from the area, but I've never been there, so I went to Katariza Oharamoto Residence, located in the scenic area, which I've been curious about ⁡ This is a townhouse where the Ohara family, who developed Kurashiki, lived, and I saw an impressive installation called "Falling Words" on social media, where words left by the Ohara family, Kurashiki's historical businessmen, fall from the ceiling ⁡ ⁡ Not only that, I was surprised at how beautiful the stone pavement and detached tatami room were beyond the dirt floor! ⁡ The garden visible from the detached room is a Japanese garden that Ohara Magosaburo was also involved in creating, and the moss and sunlight filtering through the trees create an indescribable space 🥹 The staggered lock covers in various places on the nageshi are all different in design ⁡ ⁡ The cafe space, where you can drink original blend coffee, has a diverse collection of about 2,000 books lined up, and the antique furniture is lovely 🥹! ⁡ If you're in the scenic area, be sure to check it out ⁡ 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 ⁡ 𓊆𝑃𝑟𝑖𝑐𝑒𓊇 From the official website Adults 500 yen ⁡ From the official website of 𓊆𝑇𝑖𝑚𝑒𓊇 9:00-17:00 *Last entry at 16:30 Closed: Mondays and New Year holidays *Open on Mondays that are national holidays and substitute holidays From the official website of 𓊆𝐴𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑠𝑠𓊇 1-2-1 Chuo, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture ⁡ 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 #tripdomestictravel #okayama #kurashiki

Okayama is most famous for the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter It features the appearance of a shopping street from the 19th century The Kurashiki River flows through it, and you can take a small boat ride It's a very leisurely area Spending half a day here shopping for small items, having a cup of coffee, and taking a walk is a good choice Then head straight to the World Cultural Heritage site, Himeji Castle Himeji Castle, known as Japan's number one castle, is very well preserved The entire inner castle is very spacious and impressive at first glance The main keep is easy to defend and hard to attack, with very narrow stairs It feels quite similar to the Summer Palace XD It's definitely worth visiting this castle~

Here is a course for a full day of sightseeing in Okayama 💁♀️ Fly to Okayama on the first flight in the morning ✈️ 9:30-10:20 Take a shuttle bus from the airport to Kurashiki 🚌 10:30 Walk to the Bikan Historical Quarter 🏞️ Enjoy the quaint scenery of white-walled storehouses and rows of willow trees! At the nearby Denim Street, you can enjoy blue meat buns and juice. It's a pretty unique color, but it tastes very delicious. I also wanted to go to the Ohara Museum of Art, but it was closed that day for changing exhibits. . Make sure to check the website before heading there 🚶 I was able to see the souvenir shop, so I was able to get a feel for the atmosphere and what kind of paintings were on display 🖼️ 13:00 Take a short break at a coffee shop near the Bikan Historical Quarter 14:00-14:20 Take a bus from Okayama Station to Korakuen 🚌 One of the three largest gardens in Japan. I was surprised that the garden was larger than I imagined. Every corner is well-maintained, the large lawn is very green, and the flowing stream is also very beautiful. I was impressed by this view where you can see Okayama Castle in the background. Depending on the time, you can join a free guided tour, so if you want to know more, I recommend coming at the right time. 15:00 Okayama Castle 🏯 I didn't go inside this time, but you can visit it by crossing the bridge from Korakuen. It was nice to see it from Korakuen, but it was quite large and impressive up close. 15:30 Menshu Isshoan Okayama Main Store One of the ramen that represents Okayama. I heard that there is a line at this restaurant, but I was able to get a seat right away at this time. The light soup was packed with the flavor of seafood and was very delicious 🍜 17:45-19:30 Drive to Mizushima Petrochemical Complex 🚗 We took a car share to the observation deck where you can see the beautiful Mizushima Petrochemical Complex. I took a wrong turn on the way and missed the magic hour, but the night view of the factories spreading out before me was very beautiful 🌃 I was supposed to return it at 18:45, but I got lost and the traffic was very busy at that time, so I was quite late. If you are traveling by car, I recommend that you plan your trip with plenty of time! 19:49 Departure Train to Uno 🚃 21:12 Arrival at Uno Hotel I was planning to visit Naoshima the next day, so I stayed at a hotel near Uno Port, and my sightseeing in Okayama came to an end. I think this plan is something you can enjoy quite a lot in one day, so I hope it will be the best for you ☺️

If you're planning on sightseeing in Okayama and Kurashiki, the "Okayama-Kurashiki Tabiwa Gururin Pass" is a great deal! For 3,900 yen, you can get free train rides and admission to facilities around Okayama and Kurashiki. The pass is valid for three days, so the longer you stay, the better the deal. This time, it was a day trip, so we didn't have much time, but we were able to enjoy the facilities more than enough! Facility name📍Ohara Museum of Art Opening hours📍9:00-17:00 Access📍Approx. 11-minute walk from JR Kurashiki Station 2000 yen Facility name📍Japanese Folk Toy Museum Opening hours📍10:00-17:00 Access📍Approx. 13-minute walk from JR Kurashiki Station 600 yen Facility name📍Kurashiki Folk Crafts Museum Opening hours📍10:00-17:00 Access📍Approx. 12-minute walk from JR Kurashiki Station 1200 yen Facility name📍Igarashi Yumiko Museum of Art Opening hours📍10:00-17:00 Access📍Approx. 12-minute walk from JR Kurashiki Station 1200 yen About 20 minutes walk from JR Kurashiki Station 600 yen Facility name📍Kataraiza Oharamoto Residence Opening hours📍9:00-17:00 Access📍About 11 minutes walk from JR Kurashiki Station 500 yen Facility name📍Momotaro Karakuri Museum Opening hours📍10:00-17:00 Access📍About 15 minutes walk from JR Kurashiki Station 600 yen JR fee Okayama⇆Kurashiki one-way 330 x 2 #Discount information #tabiwa #Okayama-Kurashiki Gururin Pass #Okayama sightseeing #Kurashiki sightseeing #Solo travel #100 travel styles

#ItinerarySharing #Japan # Kurashiki Looking back on my 18-day solo trip to Japan in 2022 when the epidemic was just lifted 【journey】 Gaikikan Miyake Store → Achi Shrine → Kurashiki Bikan area → Kurashiki Ohara family residence [Transportation] If you are traveling from Osaka, take JR Shin-Osaka → Kurashiki (Okayama transfer) 【Gourmet】Kaikikan Miyake Store The exterior is a building from the Edo period, and they sell curry rice. I love curry rice, so of course I have to come here to eat it! ! When I arrived, I queued for about ten minutes and was placed at a low tatami table on the second floor where you need to take off your shoes. I ordered the Miyake Curry Set, which is limited to weekdays. In addition to curry rice, it also comes with side dishes, soup, dessert and a drink. This is quite cost-effective. The side dishes of the curry are adjusted according to the season. Overall, I think the taste is okay, not amazing. I think the chiffon cake tastes ordinary. [Attraction] Kurashiki Bikan area If it is the cool season, it is a very pleasant attraction. You can sit by the river and watch the geese swimming around. You can also go to the sightseeing center to buy a cruise ticket and experience the cruise. The buildings on both sides of the coast are Kurashikiya, with different shops nearby. There are also attractions such as the Ohara Museum of Art, the Ohashi family residence, and Achi Shrine.

I went to Kurashiki Momoko, a sweets shop located in Kurashiki, a popular tourist spot in the fruit kingdom of Okayama. This shop is so popular that five new stores have opened in the Kurashiki area in just a few years. Each store has its own original menu. I tried the Persimmon Parfait, which was introduced in early September and uses plenty of persimmons, a taste of autumn. It was surprisingly sweet and made me feel the autumn. It's only available for a limited time, so hurry! Visited: September 2024 ୨୧――――――――――――――――――୨୧ information Name of facility📍Kurashiki Momoko Sohonten Address📍1-3-18 Chuo, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture Access📍About 13 minutes walk from JR Sanyo Main Line Kurashiki Station Business hours📍 (March-October) 10:00-18:00 (November-February) 10:00-17:00 ⭐︎Last order for eat-in: 60 minutes before closing ⭐︎Last order for take-out: 30 minutes before closing ୨୧――――――――――――――――――୨୧ #Beginning of autumn #Domestic travel #japan #Kurashiki Momoko Sohonten #Kurashiki Bikan District #Kurashiki Tourism #Okayama Tourism

These are the buildings of a spinning factory that was once used. They are characterized by green ivy and red bricks. You can take photogenic photos. It is located in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, so it is safe and secure even if you go around alone. It is a recommended spot for sightseeing in Okayama. ✱----------------------------------------------- [Name] Kurashiki Ivy Square [Location] 7-2 Honmachi, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture [Access] About 15 minutes on foot from JR Kurashiki Station [Hours] Opens at 7:00, closes at 22:00 [Overview] A complex tourist facility created by reusing the original factory of Kurashiki Spinning Mill (now Kurabo) from the Meiji era. It has been certified as a national "Modern Industrial Heritage". Visit date: June 2024 -----------------------------------------------✱ #tourism #Kurashiki #Kurashiki Bikan Quarter #Okayama #Okayama Tourism #domestic travel #photo spot #historical sites #trips to experience history and culture #100 travel styles #Kurashiki Ivy Square #Ivy Square #Western Japan #photogenic spots #solo travel

The Kurashiki River Boat Tour is a leisurely boat ride down the Kurashiki River, which flows through the scenic area of ​​Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture. The scenic area, where beautiful white-walled streets have been preserved and maintained, is a great place to not only walk around but also tour by boat. Currently, the boats entertain tourists, but in the past, they were used to transport goods.😊 Be sure to check out the decorated bridge. The admission fee is 700 yen for adults and 350 yen for children (free for those under 5 years old). Departure times are 9:30am, first boat to 5pm, last boat (boats depart every 30 minutes). Days off are the second Monday of every month from March to December (except public holidays). Only operates on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from January to February. (No service during the New Year holidays) "Kurashiki River Boat Floating" 1-4-8 Chuo, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, 710-0054 #Kurashiki #Bikan district #Okayama #Kurashiki stroll #Okayama trip #Okayama sightseeing #Kurashiki stroll #Kurashiki sightseeing #Kurashiki trip #Chugoku sightseeing

This time we will introduce you to Cafe Cascade, a cafe in Okayama. This cafe is filled with wisteria flowers, making it a beautiful space🪻💕 You can enjoy wisteria flowers all year round🤭✨️ The wisteria season is over, but this cafe is in full bloom all year round! ☕😌✨ It is located on the outskirts of the Bikan Historical Quarter! After enjoying a stroll through the Bikan Historical Quarter, why not take a break at this cafe? 👐🫧 . 📝﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏Spot details 📍Cafe Cascade 🏷️ 1-6-1 Chuo, Kurashiki, Okayama 🕐️10:00-18:00 (L.O. 17:30) 🗓️Closed on Mondays 💰 500 yen and up 🚗None - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Tips 🚗About parking There is no parking, so please use the nearby paid parking! 🫖About afternoon tea Reservations required! ⚠️Please make a reservation by 5:00 pm two business days in advance via Hot Pepper or by phone! Reservations are not accepted on Mondays! ! 📡About Wi-Fi Free Wi-Fi available 🔌Outlets available - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - #Okayama #Okayama sightseeing #Couples trip #Recommended for dates #Solo trip #Domestic travel #Photogenic spots #Travel with me #Photogenic food #Cafe #Cafe hopping

🇯🇵 Kurashiki Bikan, an old town located in Okayama Prefecture. The atmosphere in this city is very cute. The traditional old town landscape is surrounded by nature. Most of the banks are lined with willow trees. It is quiet and beautiful. Every corner is a beautiful photo spot. The old Japanese houses have been converted into shops along both sides of the Kurashiki River. There are shops, restaurants, cafes, museums, and hotels, so tourists come and go continuously. It is also the backdrop for many famous dramas and movies. It is very well managed. The environment is well-maintained and the old town is very clean. I walked around until I forgot the time. I was very impressed. 😊 🚃 Travel: From JR Okayama Station, take the JR Sanyo Line and get off at Kurashiki Station. Walk for about 15 minutes. #kurashiki #japan #traveljapanbyyourself #sakura2024 #oldtown #japan

Okayama 𓂃 𓈒𓏸 Kurashiki/Kojima HARVESTY gallery&shop/ROJAN BORO enclave HARVESTY is a stylish gallery and shop made of concrete in Kojima, famous for its jeans. The concept is "clothes that enrich the daily life of the wearer". This apparel brand is famous for its circus pants. It seems to be widely available both within and outside the prefecture. ROJAN BORO enclave, located inside HARVESTY, is the second store of ROJAN BORO, also located in Kojima. Despite only just opening in September, it is a popular store. The eat-in at the first store is always very popular and difficult to make a reservation...! You can enjoy sweets here without making a reservation◎ The menu changes depending on the season, so it's nice to be able to enjoy it anytime you go. ✔︎Parfait made with grapes from Okayama Prefecture ✔︎Dolce millefeuille made with grapes and pie dough About ¥3000 for two? As expected from Okayama quality 🥺 Best value for money! 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓊆𝑇𝑖𝑚𝑒𓊇From Instagram 13:00-17:00 (Cafe Thursdays and Fridays only L.O.16:30) ︎𓊆𝐴𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑠𝑠𓊇From Instagram 9-3-34 Shimomachi, Kojima, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 #wintertrip #okayama #okayamatrip #okayamasightseeing #okayamagourmet #kurashiki #kurashikisweets #kurashikitrip #parfait #galleryshop #gallery

Okayama 𓂃 𓈒𓏸 Kurashiki/Sakazu Koten I wanted to have some tea! So I went to a cafe in Sakazu that I had been interested in for a few years. Sweets change with the season. On this day, ✔︎Pineapple and cream cheese cake ✔︎Drip coffee Guatemala Soba boro served as a service? But it had a nostalgic taste and was delicious. It seems to be run by a father and son, with the son making the sweets and the mother making the lunch set. The parking lot is a little hard to find, so make sure to check the sign when you're nearby. 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓊆𝑇𝑖𝑚𝑒𓊇From Tabelog [Mon-Fri] 11:30-18:00 [Sat, Sun, Holidays] 11:30-16:00 Closed: Irregularly ︎𓊆𝐴𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑠𝑠𓊇From Tabelog 45-1 Sakatsu, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 #Okayama #cafe #cafe hopping #cafe lover #trip #cafestagram #solo trip #Kurashiki

#Japan must-visit check-in spots The most nostalgic scenery of Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter! Beautiful and quiet street, you can choose to walk slowly or take a cruise on the Kurashiki River. A boat can seat up to 6 people. The boatman will introduce different delicacies and shops on both sides of the street. You can fully feel the tranquility and elegance. The area is not big, only 1.5 kilometers long, and it can be completed in one afternoon. Looking at the drooping willow trees on both sides and the warm sunshine, the journey is really pleasant 😊 Kurashiki Bikan Historical QuarterAround Achi 2-chome, Chuo 1-chome, and Honmachi, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture

Okayama 𓂃 𓈒𓏸 Kurashiki City You can enjoy walking around the Bikan Historical Quarter even without a car. Eating while walking is also good. Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter 🚗/Chuo, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture Kurashiki Ivy Square ⏰/10:00-17:30 🚗/7-2 Honmachi, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture Ote Manju Cafe ⏰/1-4-18 Chuo, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture 🚗/10:30-18:00 (17:30 last order) Closed: Tuesdays Yamau Coffee Stand ⏰/[Sun-Thur] 9:00-18:00 [Fri-Sat] 9:00-21:00 🚗/5-4 Honmachi, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture Yuranosuke Dango Tagaya ⏰/11:00-until sold out Closed: Every Monday🚗/4-7 Honmachi, Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture Hostel&Bar CUORE KURASHIKI📞/086-486-3443🚗/1-9-4 Chuo, Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture Tsuki no Hikari no Sumiwatari⏰/Basically 13:00-17:00, open only on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, irregular holidays, see Instagram🚗/2-19-10 Chuo, Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture, Kurashiki Astronomical Observatory grounds Please note that there is no parking except at Tsuki no Hikari no Sumiwatari! If you are coming by car, we recommend the parking lot next to Kurashiki City Central Library 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 𓐄 #domestictravel #solotravel #trip #kurashiki #kurashikibikandistrict #okayamatrip #okayamaprefecture #okayamatourism #kurashikigourmet #foodwalk #retrotownscape

#freehotelstay The Royal Park Hotel is located in the center of Kurashiki and just less than 10 minutes walk from the Kurashiki Bikan Hostorical Center. The exterior of the hotel and the lobby very much followed the industrial design, with a lot of glass windows to bring ín natural lights. The lobby was cool and inviting - aside from the check in desk, there was also a bar by the entrance. Guests could get three free drinks ( although not a big glass) from the self service bar. Check in could be done via the front desk , or at the self service machine. There was also a pool table for guest use in the lobby. The rooms were new and clean, and cushions in the room used fabric that were made in Kurashiki. Bathroom was in decent size, and each room also had a free cosmetic pouch with beauty product samples for the guests. Breakfast had a good selection and was served on the top floor which commanded a panoramic view of the city. Parking was available but on a first come first serve basis, with a fee. Overall we were very pleased with this hotel and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Kurashiki. #urbanexplorer #japan #kurashiki #hotelinjapan

#Osaka Attractions This time we introduce you to Kurashiki City, located near the Seto Inland Sea, is one of the important industrial cities in Western Japan, but don't think that the industrial city is nothing special. The quickest way to get to Kurashiki is to take a flight to Osaka Kansai Airport, then transfer to the Namba Train or JR to Osaka city, then transfer to the Shinkansen heading to Kurashiki. If you like the old Japanese style, you might as well visit next time.

The luxurious free afternoon tea service is amazing 🍰 I stayed at a great value hotel! I'll report on "The OneFive Garden Kurashiki" hotel in Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, where I stayed on my trip to Okayama 🫶 The appeal of this hotel is that you can enjoy luxurious afternoon tea for "free" ❣️ It was amazing that the 8,000 yen worth of afnun was free 🤤 When I went, I had a set with the theme of "Asian Summer Resort", and I enjoyed delicious sweets from various Asian countries ❤️ If you make a reservation by the day before, you will receive free afternoon tea, so you must make a reservation in advance ❣️ Check out the post for more details! I hope this will be helpful for your hotel stay on your trip to Okayama ✨ [The OneFive Garden Kurashiki] 📍2-2-26 Chuo, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture ・10 minutes walk from Kurashiki Station #Okayama #OkayamaHotel #AfternoonTea

The first day of the trip to Kansai Around 7 am to Osaka, out of the JR station directly to change the bought Jr pass, since then the farthest will go to Miko, I bought the Sanin line 20,000 yen fruit. Take the Airport Express out to Shin-Osaka, then take the Shinkansen directly to Okayama. All special express and Shinkansen have free seats. You don't need to go to reserve seats. You can enter the gate with a Jr pass. At Okayama Station to send your luggage to take the pass to Kurashiki, the whole process about 7 o'clock out of the country, around 9:30 to Kurashiki, if you get off the plane hungry recommended to buy something to eat at New Osaka Station, Japanese trains are allowed to eat. However, it is recommended not to eat too full, because there are many snacks or restaurants in the Kurashiki aesthetic area, about 10:00 11:00 to open, eat too full to go to eat 🤣🤣 Kurashiki Aesthetic Area in addition to antique, is a good place to take pictures in kimono, it is most special is a small river with a small boat can take, 500 yen per person, every half hour there are two classes up to 6 people, remember to go to the Aesthetic Area tourist customer service center to buy tickets! It will be sold out! In the middle position, opposite the boarding position! Very worth the seat, the price is not expensive ~ Another famous place in Kurashiki is the OUTLET behind the JR station. . . . #JapanTravel #KansaiTravel #Kurashiki #Osaka

The roads and small bridges along the river are the highlights of the Bikan Historical Quarter, but the alleys are also elegant and a great place to stroll. Around noon it gets bustling with tourists. If you go early in the morning there are fewer people and you can take photos without worry. I went in the fall, but I think the trees are beautiful in spring or early summer, so I'd like to go again. There is a fee for the waterside cruise, but someone wearing a happi coat will talk about Kurashiki's history, so you can enjoy Kurashiki even more. I saw that the children were having a lot of fun, so if you have children with you, it's worth joining the tour, which is only about 10 minutes.

Achi Shrine is a shrine located at the summit of Mount Tsurugata, which is in a corner of the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. Because of this, you have to climb stairs to reach the shrine, but the view from the shrine is very nice ⛩️ This shrine has existed since long before the city of Kurashiki was established, and the name of the shrine, "Achi," is the ancient name of the central area of ​​Kurashiki, and it is said that it was founded more than 1,700 years ago. The main deities are the three Munakata goddesses, the guardian deities of the sea, Tagirihime-no-mikoto, Tagitsuhime-no-mikoto, and Ichikishimahime-no-mikoto. They are said to be goddesses in charge of the safety of transportation and trade, and among them, Ichikishimahime-no-mikoto is syncretized with Benzaiten and is also worshiped as the goddess of treasure, beauty, and performing arts. Address: 12-1 Honmachi, Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture (10 minutes walk from Kurashiki Station) Opening hours: 8:30~17:00 #Visit #Achi Shrine #Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

The beauty of Kurashiki's streets is a given, but you should definitely take your time to explore the Ohara Museum of Art. In addition to world-famous paintings such as Monet's Water Lilies and El Greco's Annunciation, the paintings by Kojima Torajiro, influenced by impressionism, are a must-see. Enjoy the afterglow of your appreciation as you sit by the river in the evening glow of the setting sun. Address: 1-1-15 Chuo, Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture #Okayama #Art #Museum #Kurashiki

To be able to feel the breath of history to the point of being able to see the beautiful scenery of the Seto Inland Sea There are also many coffee and dessert shops and creative grocery shops😍 This is Kurashiki City in Okayama Prefecture😌 There is seductive charm all around here😀 It is definitely a great place especially for adults on holiday trips🧳 If you go to Tokyo and Osaka a lot, you might as well consider traveling here 🥹🥹 Kurashiki City is located in the south of Okayama Prefecture 🫶🏻 connecting Japan's Honshu and Shikoku regions Okayama Prefecture is a place with a lot of sunny ☀️ so it has the title of the Sunny Capital Definitely worth a look 👍🏻 And my favorite ❤️ is to apply aesthetic areas 😀 Here you have a white wall surrounded by a hidden house 🤭 sea cucumber wall and willow trees and other unique street scenes 😌 There are many traditional buildings and the ancient city water town along the Kurashiki River 🫶🏻 It is a good place that can make visitors linger In addition, Kurashiki aesthetic areas also sell their unique Kurashiki canvas, etc. There is absolutely no problem to play for most of the day🥹 There are still quite a few restaurants in the old street 🤭 If you come in summer, you can easily buy summer things 😍 Remember to arrange a day trip to Niokayama #japan attractions #parent-child destination #couple destination #parent-child destination #overseas trip #resident writer #parent-child destination guide #parent-child #parent-child activities #parent-child holiday destination #parent-child blog #parent-child local trip #travel inspiration #dating good places #dating destinations

I stayed at the Blue Quad Hotel, a container hotel in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture! When I went inside, it was spacious and very comfortable! The amenities were buffet style, and I was given a free loaf of bread. There was a supermarket and a drugstore nearby, so the location was great! Parking was also free. If you're visiting Kurashiki, be sure to stay here! #Okayama #Kurashiki #Blu Quad Hotel

Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter Denim Street Kurashiki specialty: denim buns Kurashiki is the birthplace of domestic jeans. I went to "Kurashiki Denim Street", which is named after that. We have a wide selection of high-quality jeans and accessories made in Kurashiki. Not only do they sell jeans, but it's also famous as a photo spot. The murals and buildings are really photogenic! With a cute background, people sightseeing in kimonos were also taking photos here. ■Address 1-10-11 Chuo, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture ■Business hours 9:30-17:30 *Subject to change #tripmemory2022 #Kurashiki City #Kurashiki #Okayama Prefecture #Okayama #Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter #Bikan Historical Quarter #Eating out #Denim Street #Denim buns #Local meat buns #Local gourmet food #Photo spot #Photogenic spot

TULLY'S COFFEE Kurashiki Bikan District Store TULLY'S COFFEE is a renovated white-walled storehouse. The storefront and interior are beautiful and blend in well with the Bikan District. Seasonal Limited Blood Orange Chamari Tea 550 yen I ordered this. Refreshing fruit tea. The sourness of the blood orange juice soothed my tired body. ■Address 1-10-13 Chuo, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture ■Business hours 10:00-18:00 #tripmemory2022 #Kurashiki City #Kurashiki #Okayama Prefecture #Okayama #Kurashiki Bikan District #Bikan District #Eating out #Takeout #tully's #Coffee #Coffee #tully's COFFEE Kurashiki Bikan District Store

Kurashiki Momoko Kurashiki Momoko is famous for its fruit parfaits, which use plenty of seasonal fruits. Souvenirs made with seasonal fruits are also very delicious. The packaging is cute and many of the items are individually wrapped, so they are sure to be a welcome souvenir. Made with fruits from Okayama "Stick Jelly" 486 yen "A slightly luxurious fruit-filled jelly - Shimizu white peach" 864 yen I bought this. I bought it as a souvenir for a family with small children. It's made in Japan, so it's safe for children. Another nice point is that they offer samples of kibi dango. ■Address 1-3-18 Chuo, Kurashiki City ■Business hours 10:00-18:00 (17:00 from November to February) Closed daysOpen all year round #tripmemory2022 #KurashikiCity #Kurashiki #OkayamaPrefecture #Okayama #KurashikiBikanDistrict #BikanDistrict #EatingOut #Takeout #Gelato #WhitePeach