Things to Do

Chugoku Region families with children

Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

A popular sightseeing spot with traditional architecture and a special townscape

Okayama / Famous Places

• 1 Mar 2023

  Cherry blossom viewing stroll in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, a tasteful townscape

  The season of bright sunshine and warm comfortable weather is finally here. Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter in Okayama Prefecture is filled with premium contents that can only be experienced in spring.

• 8 Sep 2022

  The comprehensive guide to Kurashiki! Learn about a famous spot and a secret site. Check out authentic foods and souvenirs.

  Kurashiki City offers many attractions; the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, super viewpoints around the city from which visitors can look out upon the islands spread across the Seto Inland Sea; special cuisine and unique shopping opportunities. This makes it a perfect holiday retreat destination for adults. The article below has insightful information of Kurashiki that will help you to explore and enjoy this exciting area.

Yamato Museum
(Kure Maritime Museum)

A museum that showcases Kure’s exquisite shipbuilding technology and teaches about the history and technology of shipbuilding centers.

Kure Area Neighborhood / Museums

Toy Kingdom, Okayama

There is a wide variety of toys for young children to enjoy.

Okayama / Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Ikeda Zoo

A zoo with lush greenery where visitors are greeted by about 100 species of animals.

Okayama / Zoos & Aquariums

Mizuki Shigeru Museum

Have fun with GeGeGe no Kitaro and more yokai monsters! Welcome to the Mizuki Shigeru World.

Tottori / Museums

Kaita Sogo Kouen（Kaita Comprehensive Park）

A comprehensive park used by more than 200,000 people a year. The park is also popular for its walking path where you can enjoy seasonal herbs and flowers.

Kure Area Neighborhood / Parks & Gardens

Chubu Tottori Sakyu Kodomonokuni

A theme park, in which all kids from a baby to elementary school students can actively enjoy.

Tottori / Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Shimonoseki Marine Science Museum Kaikyokan

Over 100 species of blowfish at this one-of-a-kind aquarium, complete with joint dolphin and seal shows or deep dive glimpses into the life of penguins.

Yamaguchi / Zoos & Aquariums

Momotarou Karakuri Hakubutsukan

A museum that pursues the legend of Momotaro with fun tricks for everyone.

Okayama / Museums

Brazilian Park Washuzan Highland

Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2021. Brazilian Park Washuzan Highland!

Okayama / Amusement Parks & Theme parks