Mizuki Shigeru Museum
Located in Sakaiminato, the hometown of Shigeru Mizuki, this museum is dedicated to the creator of the popular manga GeGeGe no Kitaro. It is about a 14-minute walk from JR Sakaiminato Station via Mizuki Shigeru Road. Upon arrival, statues of Shigeru Mizuki and Kitaro welcome visitors at the GeGeGe Entrance. Follow the route inside to the first exhibit, Mizuki Shigeru Manga World, which introduces Mizuki’s works.
I wasn't familiar with GeGeGe no Kitaro before, but visiting here helped me learn its background. I also found out that Shigeru Mizuki took part in the war and loved adventure, traveling to many countries to collect unique stories and customs. No wonder the Kitaro yokai stories are so vivid and fascinating!