




Kurashiki Travel Tips
Kurashiki (倉敷), located in Okayama Prefecture near the capital city, is a charming destination that transports visitors back to the Edo Period (1603-1867). Known as a vital rice distribution center, Kurashiki's name translates to "town of storehouses," reflecting its rich history. The well-preserved canal area features beautiful traditional architecture and offers a serene atmosphere that invites exploration.
Strolling along the canals, you'll find many former storehouses transformed into delightful museums, boutiques, and cafes. Among these, the Ohara Museum stands out with its impressive collection of works by renowned Western artists. Just a ten-minute walk from Kurashiki Station, this picturesque area is a must-visit for history and art enthusiasts alike.
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$164Kurashiki Walking Half Day Private Tour
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Area ; "Even just an alley looks pretty" This area is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the prefecture and is lined wit
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$83Half-Day Shared Tour at Kurashiki with Local Guide
Hiroyuki Hara, the famous Hara family that lived in Kurashiki for 400 years (Edo period), represents a deeper history of Kurashiki with an interpreter. Speakin
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$104Kurashiki Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Kurashiki! The main attra
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$152Kurashiki Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced English Speaking tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Kurashiki! The main a
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$1663 Hours Temari Workshop in Kurashiki
Why don't you make your one and only Temari in the world? She usually runs a glasses shop, but for everyone's benefit, Grandma Yasue will teach you how to make
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$24Kurashiki Private Romantic Night in the Observatory Recliners
The viewing room of Kurashiki Observatory, the first private observatory built in Japan, is available for one hour. A small bottle of beer and snacks will be pr
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$41Kurashiki Rickshaw Tour
Discover Kurashiki the traditional way: on a rickshaw. As a shogunate crown colony in the Edo period (1603~1868), Kurashiki enjoyed prosperity by storing goods
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$79Special Ikebana Experience Guided by an Ikebana Master, Mrs. Inao
Let's try to deepen your understanding of the Japanese people's love of nature and the culture ikebana experience!! Firstly, the interpreter will explain the h
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$45Japanese Tea Ceremony Private Experience
A qualified tea master will hold a full-fledged tea ceremony in a traditional tea room. You can listen to the etiquette of the tea ceremony and how to use the u
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$100Half-Day Private Folk Crafts Tour with an Expert in Okayama
This is the only tour that allows you to visit the Kurashiki Museum of Folk Craft with a folk craft expert and a nationally-licensed guide! (As of September 202
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