Fun things to do in Kurashiki: 19 fun attractions and activities

I quite liked the collection, not vast but curated and you also get to see the asian and china museums. At 2000 yen with no senior discount its twice as expensive as larger collections in the Ueno park area (Tokyo) and also no photos allowed which is daft. Took some any way, sue me.

A surprisingly good collection across three separate buildings. The main gallery has remarkable works from Pissarro, Picasso, and Renoir alongside a stunning Japanese pieces. A must do if you are in the area.

Ohara Museum of Art has a rather small collection. And although they have a few nice canvases it hardly justifies the heavy entrance fee of ¥2,000. On top of that they do not display some nice pieces probably due to rotation of the exhibit. Photography is not allowed.

No photos is obsolete. Nobody uses flash, so it's not to protect the artwork; it is exclusively to sell items in the gift shop. The marketing benefit of allowing photos vs the sales of postcards has been proven years ago, but Ohara hasn't yet caught on. My favorite work there was not available as a print.

Great little museum that apparently have an El Greco, bit they neither tell you normrefucd the price as the painting is away for restoration. But lots of other nice paintings by japanese artists

What a pleasant surprise to visit here and view the paintings of Paul Gauguin, Camille Pissarro, Claude Monet, Paul Signac, Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock and many more.

An art museum with many masterpieces from various artists!

🌟 "A charming blend of history, culture, and canals — Bikan Historical Quarter" Bikan Historical Quarter in Kurashiki is a true step back in time, where beautiful Japanese wooden buildings meet elegant touches of European architecture. Strolling along the scenic canal, with its willow trees and peaceful atmosphere, feels like walking through a living postcard. The streets are lined with unique souvenir shops, perfect for finding special gifts, as well as cozy cafés and restaurants to relax and enjoy a coffee or a meal. The area is also impressively wheelchair-friendly, making it easy for everyone to explore at their own pace. Tip: Take your time here — the magic is in the slow walk, soaking in the details, and letting the blend of history and nature work its charm. A must-visit when you visit Japan!

Delightful quaint historical center full of unique shops & cafes. It’s a place where beautiful Japanese wooden architecture meets European touch. One can explore a breathtaking vista through walking in its tranquil landscape. Recommendations: set aside enough time to visit here. Boat ride: until 15:00 Parking: plenty of paid parking available yet hardly can found. In front of KURASHIKI CITY ART MUSEUM parking offers Budget parking.

Incredibly beautiful old town, quaint shops, cafes and cool boutiques with fashion, pottery, glassware and local produce. Amazing Ohara Art Museum and romantic canal with traditional boats, as well as rickshaws taking you around the old town. A must visit destination!!!

Love this beautiful place! Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter is a beautifully preserved Edo-period merchant district, once a major rice distribution hub under the Tokugawa shogunate. Its white-walled storehouses and willow-lined canal reflect Japan’s prosperity from the 17th to 19th centuries, blending samurai-era charm with early modern industry.

A very nice place to spend an afternoon. I highly recommend the short boat ride down the canal. We also stopped at the denim street. It was not very busy when we visited compared to the rest of Japan tourist areas.

Quaint little village. Souvenirs of a higher quality than most, including some nice clothing, pottery and art. Can get very hot, with less shade than some tourist spots. Highly recommended for a visit.

This is a lovely place for a stopover. The old quarter invites you to linger and explore. If you walk up to the temple, you’ll be rewarded with a beautiful view over the neighborhood. Just like in Venice, small boats glide along the canal, adding to the cozy and charming atmosphere.

It is a very beautiful spot for sightseeing and enjoying taking a beautiful photo. This area is not so big, but I like nature. You will find a beautiful green tree as well as a dead-alike tree together surrounding the classical building.

(Translated by Google) The rooms seem to have been renovated and are clean. I didn't use the public bath, but the bathroom in my room had a separate toilet, so I was quite satisfied. Water, coffee, and tea are also available, and the amenities are perfect. Guests were given discount coupons from shops on the premises, which they used to purchase souvenirs. (Original) リニューアルされたらしく、客室は綺麗。 大浴場は利用しなかったが、部屋のお風呂でもトイレは別だし、充分満足だった。 お水、コーヒー、お茶もあり、アメニティも申し分ない。 宿泊者には敷地内にあるショップの割引クーポンが配布され、お土産購入に利用した。

Kurashiki Ivy Square’s West Gate is a charming entrance to one of the most scenic spots in the Bikan Historical Quarter. The red-brick buildings covered in ivy create a peaceful and nostalgic atmosphere, perfect for photos or a quiet break during your walk. Inside, you’ll find quaint shops, cafes, and even craft workshops that give a nice touch of local culture. It's a lovely stop for anyone exploring Kurashiki.

(Translated by Google) Revitalized from the Kurashiki textile factory and warehouse, the former industrial red bricks, under the light cover of time and ivy, blend the simplicity and green, leaving gentle touches of time. Walking through it is like turning a page of local history, where classical and modern craftsmanship interweave and condense, telling the past splendor and memories. (Original) 由倉敷紡織工廠與倉庫活化而來，昔日的工業紅磚，在時光與常春藤的輕覆下，古樸與綠意渾然交融，歲月於其間留下溫柔筆觸。漫步其中，猶如翻閱一頁在地歷史，古典與現代工藝於此交錯凝結，訴說著過往的風華與記憶。

(Translated by Google) The red brick walls covered in ivy are the most popular and romantic sight at Kurashiki Ivy Square (also known as Aimi Square or Ivy Square). Strolling and taking photos here offers a unique experience of Kurashiki's Western charm, unlike any other area in the Bikan district. The park features art shops, pottery studios, bars, souvenir shops, the Kurashiki Memorial Museum, and the Kurashiki Ivy Square Hotel. Visitors generally enter through the west gate. During the Edo Period, this land served as the main office for the Kurashiki magistrate. Starting in 1889 (Meiji 22), Kurabo Industries established a large-scale textile factory here (naturally, it was also invested by the Kurashiki Ohara family). After 1973, the unused factory buildings were gradually converted into tourist and leisure facilities, resulting in the beautiful landscape it enjoys today. (Original) 成排紅磚牆上爬滿了常春藤，是倉敷Ivy Square（又稱愛美廣場、常春藤廣場）最膾炙人口的浪漫風景，來此散步走走、拍拍照，能感受與美觀地區不一樣的倉敷洋風。 園區有藝品店、陶藝教室、酒吧、特產店，以及倉紡紀念館、倉敷常春藤廣場酒店等設施，一般遊客多從西門進入。 這片土地在江戶時代為倉敷代官所的辦公機關要地，1889年（明治22年）起倉敷紡績在此此大規模闢建紡織工廠（想當然倉敷紡績也是倉敷大原家投資的企業）。1973年後閒置的廠房陸續改闢成觀光休閒設施，成了今日的美麗面貌。

Kurashiki town as whole is a nice place worth visiting

(Translated by Google) There happened to be a Japanese Heritage and Souvenirs Tourism Exhibition on the weekend which was quite lively. (Original) 碰巧週末有日本遺產及土產旅遊展甚是熱鬧.

A nice shrine located uphill from one of the main pedestrian roads. It is definitely a nice place but compared to other ones we saw in Japan it did not enter my top five for sure! With that being said it is still a very quiet place far from the busy and buzzing streets where you can enjoy some silence. If you are visiting the area I would recommend stopping by anyway!

A very ancient and beautiful jinja！！ Super recommend to visit, a short walk from Kurashiki Bikan Historical area and situated in Tsurugata Park the trail goes a circle of the temple. In the temple they also provide variety of special Omamori （Protectior sachet）

Perch on a hill over a hundred meters. You could overlook part of Kurashiki town. The is a rest area are climbing up the stairs. It's not a big place. You could view it in about 10 mins.

Peaceful shrine atop a hill with good views of the town below. Let me take photos of the shrine charms as not all shrines allow it. Friendly.

Nice tranquil shrine right next to the Kurashiki Historical area. Good vantage point to look over the old town.

A very beautiful shrine on the top of the hill. It has several smaller shrines within the complex and a viewing deck of the city where you can get some nice photos of sunrise or sunset.

Nice Shrine on mountain top that you can see Kurashiki from top view.

This was an extremely interesting visit and gives a real sense of how a wealthy merchant lived back in the day. I was extremely impressed by the English introduction given at reception, and the lady was extremely helpful in answering questions as well. (To those wondering, yes the Ohashi family still exists and currently lives in Okayama). Being able to wander from room to room was very enjoyable, and it gives you a real sense of place, being able to look out into the contemplative gardens, and see how they live.

The entrance fee was 550yen per adult with no waits. The entrance maybe hard to spot and the doors may be closed, but look for the sign and just open the door. You'll be greeted by a nice lady. Wandering around was interesting and fun, but it would've been nice to have some explanations in each room (what was it and how it has been used, etc.). I went there on a rainy day and there was almost no people visiting besides me.

The Ohashis' house is an exquisitely preserved merchant house that is very much worth the visit to see how a rich family lived in the Edo period. The family descends from Samurais and their descendants are currently maintaining the house. We really enjoyed the visit, we recommend it.

A very interesting place to visit and you can get a glimpse of how a local influential family lived. 550 yen per adult which is worth it.

Nice visit in this historical house built in 1796. Really loved the house which is definitely huge for the year it was built in. They are audio-guide in several languages, which may be a good idea if you have more time then I did. And brochures in Japanese, English and French.

Awesome experience to walk through this historic house.

Beautifully restored merchant house that belonged to a family descended from the samurai class that were defeated and lost their social standing before reinventing themselves as successful rice merchants

Excellent place. There are some brilliant rides but half of them were closed when I visited, thats why I gave 4 stars. There are dances performed by brazilian crew, and they were very engaging and interesting. Sky cycle and back rancher was best, but I guess that spiral coaster and turbo drop should be much more entertaining (they were closed when I visited). There is a bus service from kojima station to park, every hour. There is a interesting haunt house and roller skate field, but you have to pay about 500 yen seperately. Bit empty, but you can use the rides many times, so it is good. Overall, great experience.

A bit empty, some equipment games are closed and not much amusement park vibe, maybe we should come in a more busy time!

It’s not usual amusement park (not like Usj or Disney land) but if you expect it to be different it’s pretty cool. Crazy to think that people came here 50 years ago. One big + no wait line so you can use attractions as much as you like . But if you don’t have a car it can be difficult to get there ( we used bus 51 from Kurashiki and then walked around 40min) but overall it was really nice experience and we had fun . Some rides feel scarier because park is on top of the hill ⛰️

Recommended if you’re a theme park enthusiast and have some extra time (and transportation) to get here from Kurashiki city. The highlight of the park is the stunning view of the Setouchi Sea—truly unlike any other park I’ve visited. Many of the rides are perched high up, offering breathtaking panoramic views. The Brazilian theme adds a fun twist, with lively performances like BINGO and dance that were genuinely enjoyable. You also get a free drink ticket if you dine at the on-site restaurant, and the entry prices are extremely reasonable. A major bonus: visitors over 60 receive lifetime free entry! The only downside is that several rides were undergoing maintenance, which meant limited seating. Also, many attractions are located on hills, requiring you to climb quite a few stairs—though it does double as a bit of exercise!

A park with a great view!!! The atmosphere was very dilapidated. It was almost spooky by how few people I saw here. Rides look a little suspicious, but they ran great, just needs repainting on the rides and throughout the park. I believe if there is more visitors, it will be easier for them to do repainting and offer new stuff!

If I could put less than 1 star I would. It's the worst amusement park I've ever been to. I wonder why it's still in operation? Rusty rollercoasters, half of them is not working, damn boring show with samba-dancers, this is what you get paying 3800 for adults. It is not just a waste of your money and time but feeling of sadness and bad mood for the rest of the day. And the main problem was that our tickets bought through Agoda were not accepted with the staff even claiming they were fake. If Agoda, a reputable company, is selling tickets for your park without authorization and you don't do anything about it, you are also responsible. Food in park is expensive and horrible. And about so-called contact zoo. Poor animals in there, I was almost crying watching a half-bald rabbit that doesn't seem to be fed properly. No one takes good care of these suffering pets. But what makes the park even worse is lines for each attraction because the staff are doing their job in a very slow pace. Overall impression: park needs to retire as soon as possible. Even for free it would be a disappointing experience.

Was pleasantly surprised with this smaller theme park. While it may look older, it was fun to visit. I went on a Monday, and there were no lines whatsoever. You can get great views from the ferris wheel and the sky bike rides.

5 stars solely for the staff who were so enthusiastic about the museum and show you round explaining the different illusions. We didn’t stop laughing the whole way round - they were great. The museum consists of a collection of optical illusions, the scary cave (max 2 times round per person!), and original Momotaro paraphernalia. The museum was overall quite small and we didn’t go in expecting much, but it was adorable, fun and was a great place to pop into for us whilst wandering around Kurashiki. Compared to other ‘similar’ (I don’t think anything compares!) places, it was a little expensive, so not best for those on a strict budget. Also English support is a little limited on the second floor for those that need it. We were the only ones there on a late October Wednesday afternoon. Great for kids, mates, or big Momotaro fans.

What a quirky experience! Not what I was expecting but surely worth the price. The staff is very kind. Best enjoyed if you know some japanese.

If I could only spend one hour in the entire Chūgoku region, I’d spend it here. A perfectly strange and entertaining experience. Not to be missed for showa retro lovers!

I find this museum quite creepy, but staff are super friendly.

You can understand throughly the history of Momotaro here. Despite being a small museum, The interior actually well-designed, And guide has very good English speaking skills as well

Cute displays but kind of junky....seems like a mish-mash of anything and everything related to Momotaro. Fun for kids, and the haunted house section is fun. The staff are super friendly.

the master of momo taro teach how the tricks it is. it was so amazing that people live before 100 years ago can made such tricks.

Firsttime l have been visited . Innermost street yet factory where making Jeans .. Chenging pants what Borned another country . Strong clothes have been chenging stylish Betty Smith Jeans .... I hoped their cheerful and happiness . Jeans and Stuff forever ..！！！

I had a great experience customizing my jeans at Betty Smith. The young lady was super helpful and took the time to walk me through every step. The museum was really interesting but didn't get the chance to do the factory tour as it was a little confusing as to where to go for it

Kojima, history and culture in making Jean. We did a simple-Jean product making workshop. Fun. The Jean bus only operate on Fri Sat n Sun only, kind of cool to ride on.

Free (!) jeans museum. I've never seen anything like it anywhere else in this form. A real find for enthusiasts. The history of jeans is covered in its entirety. From their beginnings in the USA to their more recent history in Japan. There are many exhibits and originals. I can really recommend coming here, even if it's a bit out of town. The staff was also very friendly and helpful.

Very interesting place to learn about the process of making denim, the history of cotton growing and textiles in Kurashiki, and what eventually led this area to become the leader of jeans making in Japan. Museum 1 focuses on the worldwide history of denim, origins in the US, and has a lot of vintage items on display to tell about jeans in general. Museum 2 is about the history of denim in Japan and shows some of the machinery and processes innovated in Japan. There are also examples of early designs and how designs evolved within the market, and also shows a lot of cool vintage advertisements and some of the brands and styles that are unique to Japan. There is a shop, and workshop next to Museum 1, where you can make a custom pair of jeans. There are multiple options from ready-made to entirely custom-made jeans from beginning to end, which takes a lot longer and reservations are needed if you want to participate in this. For the young children, there is a small playground and you can get refreshments. If you have pets, there is a dog run so they can relax, too. A jeans outlet is near the playground so you can pick up a pair of jeans, or other accessories at reasonable price, or bring home some souvenirs for your family and friends.

Though I am not a fashion/denim expert, I certainly was fascinated by the historic artifacts and tidbits of denim. If you were patient enough, you would find some bargain items in their outlet store.

Worth the trip, the museum is nicely decorated

Large and spacious shrine in the north side of Okayama. Also has a local market at the bottom.

I visit this temple once a year. your heart will be clean

It's a beautiful views in top of mountain

Beautiful views, peaceful and tranquil. We came in May so it was still cool and not many people. Definitely one of the busiest shrines in Okayama during new year's.

Large and looked great in the hillside. Lots of flags along the way. Car could enter the inner area. A special dome shape temple inside with a story. The souvenir shop was well decorated. There was other shops outside the temple.

This is kinda further from the Bitchu-Takamatsu station than I expected. I waited until there was a taxi available. He took me here. Definitely put in it on your list.

More shops than temples. Parking are quite expensive. And if you thibk of coming by train, expect 30 minutes walking.

(Translated by Google) Visited on November 24, 2024. 300 yen for adults. Photography is allowed inside the facility. Kurashiki Spinning Company Museum. About the founding Ohara family and the history of Kurashiki. There are also exhibits such as research and systems for machinery and workers during the Meiji period. And an introduction to Kurabo Industries' current company business. It was a fulfilling exhibit. The restrooms are outside the building, so I regret leaving halfway through. (Original) 2024年11月24日に見学。おとな300円。 館内撮影可。 倉敷紡績の企業博物館。 創業家の大原家のこと、倉敷の歴史。 明治期の機械や労働者のための研究や制度など展示もあります。 そして現在のクラボウの社業紹介。 充実した展示内容でした。 トイレは館外にあるため、途中退館したのが無念。

(Translated by Google) It was a grand-scale memorial museum filled with the history of Kurabo Industries, Inc., commonly known as "Kurabo"! It was divided into eras and even had a vision of the future, making it easy to understand. The venue was spacious and easy to browse. (Original) 倉敷紡績(株)　通称「クラボウ」の歴史がつまった壮大なスケールの記念館でした‼️時代ごとに分けられていたうえに未来像まで展開されていて解りやすく👏会場内もゆったリとしていて見やすかったです🎵🎵

(Translated by Google) A very quiet and comfortable environment, far away from the noisy tourist area. You can see red brick buildings and walls covered with vines. For a moment, I thought I was in Europe. It is a good place to walk around. (Original) 很安靜舒服的環境，遠離吵鬧的遊客區域，可以看到紅磚建築跟爬滿藤類的牆壁，一瞬間以為人在歐洲，很適合走走看看

(Translated by Google) There is no need to spend 300 for the Taiwan one, it just talks about the history of textile factories. You can come and have a look if you have free tickets, but don't miss it if you are in a hurry. (Original) 臺灣的沒必要花300來，就講一些紡織廠的歷史，有免費票可以來看看，趕時間就不用了。

(Translated by Google) I learned a lot about Kurabo's history. I was also impressed by Ohara Magosaburo's philosophy and his drive to make it a reality. The commercial video recruiting female workers also gave me a sense of the era and was very interesting. (Original) クラボウの歴史についてとてもよくわかりました。大原孫三郎さんの理念とそれを実現する行動力にも感銘を受けました。 女性工員を募集するCM動画も時代を感じさせられ、とてもおもしろかったです。

(Translated by Google) This memorial museum is located on the former site of the Kurashiki Spinning Mill's raw cotton warehouse, within Ivy Square in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, about a 15-minute walk from Kurashiki Station. It's a place where you can explore the history of the Ohara family and Kurashiki while tracing the history of Kurabo. On a weekday afternoon, during COVID-19 prevention measures, I had the museum to myself for about an hour, enjoying a truly luxurious time to leisurely explore the museum. The Kurabo Memorial Museum, an important cultural asset designated as a Japan Heritage site for the purpose of passing on the story of the development of Kurashiki's textile industry, is divided into five rooms by era: the Meiji Room, Taisho Room, Showa Room, Showa to Present Room, and Timeline Room. These rooms offer a glimpse into the achievements and roles that Kurabo and the Ohara family played in making Kurashiki City the number one textile industry in Japan. I agree with the humble philosophy behind the "23 Mark," still used as Kurabo's company emblem! Admission Fee: ¥300 There are parking lots available, including at Ivy Square. However, many parking lots in the scenic area are expensive, so I recommend the Municipal Achi Terrace Kurashiki Parking Lot, which opened in July 2021 and is a bit of a walk away. It costs ¥100 per 30 minutes, with a maximum of ¥830 per 12 hours. And best of all, it's relatively unknown, so even if other parking lots are crowded, this one is usually empty. (Original) 倉敷駅から徒歩15分ほど、倉敷美観地区、アイビースクエア内にある倉敷紡績（クラボウ）の原綿倉庫跡地にある記念館です。クラボウの歴史を辿りながら大原家や倉敷の歴史探訪もできる場所。新型コロナ感染症対策として蔓延防止措置が行われている平日の午後、一人で約1時間貸し切り状態で館内をゆっくり廻り、とても贅沢な時間を過ごしました。倉敷の繊維産業発展のストーリーを語り継ぐ目的で認定されている日本遺産の重要な構成文化財である倉紡記念館は時代ごとに5つの部屋に別れ、それぞれ明治の部屋・大正の部屋・昭和の部屋・昭和から現代の部屋・年表の部屋と呼ばれ、倉敷市が繊維産業日本一になるまでにクラボウや大原家が果たした業績や役割を垣間見ることができました。クラボウの社章として現在も使用されている「二三のマーク」の謙虚な考え方に賛同します！ 入館料：300円 駐車場はアイビースクエア含めありますが、美観地区は駐車料金が高いところが多いので、ちょっと歩きますが2021年7月にオープンしたばかりの「市営あちてらす倉敷駐車場」をオススします。30分ごと100円、12時間ごと最大830円で、何よりまだあまり知られてないので他が混んでいてもここは空いています。

(Translated by Google) It's a pretty good museum run by a company. It really shows how Japan was once heavily supported by the textile industry. I was impressed that the factory floorboards from the Meiji era are still in use. Photography is allowed in the exhibits. (Original) 企業が運営している博物館としてはかなり良い。日本はかつて繊維産業に大きく支えられていたことが良く分かる。工場の明治時代からの床板がそのまま今も使われているのに感心。展示は写真撮影自由。

This was an enjoyable visit for me. Various items and collection showing the artistry and artisanship of the locals in which you can judge to have been made some time ago. Though old by age, you will be amazed of the materials used as the items seems to have been made yesterday only. The preservation is one of a kind. The museum staffs are so kind and pleasing. The museum location is facing the Historical Square where a lot of tourists and visitors alike enjoy the scenery.

It was a bit underwhelming but that may be because I missed things on translation. However, if you are researching folk craft, it could be helpful. I feel that compared to other folk craft museums, there's less explanation of origins, methods, adaptation and current use. I don't think it's worth the entrance fee, which is the same as the Ukiyo-e museum.

not worth the 1200 yen admission fee. There is no english explanation and even in Japanese it was very lacking. No explanation of what basic Folkcraft is and when you enter it was rows of weaved basket, different potteries. unless I google I wouldnt have gained much knowledge sadly. The shop however is very fun in my opinion, although also lacking in many ways. But potteries were well curated.

The admission fee is 1,000 yen which is a bit overprice for the content it houses. It is the building that has historical value, but the owner or foundation uses it to charge high price for being visiting inside.

Overpriced at 1200 yen. Is not a unique nor compelling collection of local works. Many random imported items from the mid 20th century. Over half of the items are not labelled. The explanations are very basic information and only in Japanese. Eg. 'Plate, Mexco, 1970s'.

Admission fees pay for the upkeep of buildings / staff wages etc., I would willingly pay double to help cultural assets like this survive. Rotating mingei exhibitions in a stunning building.

This place might not be the best for senior citizens as it has quite a few stairs. Not much explanations for the exhibits.

Stunning gallery, it was hard to express just how much *stuff* was in each of the rooms, even if they were small. A person can spend lots of time engrossed in every detail, not to mention the rich history showcased. Recommended and a good price for those who appreciate arts and culture.

Very small but cute toy museum, with a lot of different toys from Japan. Unfortunately the 1st gallery was closed due to renovation, but it was fun nonetheless. If you're in Kurashiki definitely come to this museum

Very interesting museum. There are many items on display. Entrance fee is JPY600. Highly recommended.

I had so much fun checking all those traditional toys. Feels more like a private collection you can access than a museum. They let me enter even though it was supposed to be closed, the owners are really nice. A bit difficult to find, the entrance is at the back of the toy store

I absolutely loved this museum. The owner told me that it was his and his father's personal collection. Because it's a small private museum there are few English descriptions, but there are visual displays that help to make sense of it. The thousands of paper toys inside are incredibly diverse and colourful, as much works of art as anything else. There are four rooms filled with them, among other things, and the curation and layout of the museum is top-notch. Recommended for collectors, Japanophiles, and those interested in folk art.

Nice wooden dolls for sell. Spent almost 15minutes here.

A nice little museum with a ton of dolls, figures, classic toys, games, and displays. It also has a large wooden top, which was used for a Guinness record breaking. The staff was nice and gave a description in English as well, so that we could see the entire museum (it's spread across 2 buildings, so you might miss the majority of it if you didn't know).

(Translated by Google) Visited on November 24, 2024. Adults: 500 yen. Photography is allowed inside the building. It was an old storehouse building, and each floor had exhibits from different eras. There are surprisingly many floors. Please note that the stairs are narrow. Most of the exhibits were Sue ware and Haji ware from Okayama, and there were no clay figures of people or animals. There was a bronze bell. It was a simple exhibit, but there was also an explanation. The top floor had ancient pottery from Peruvian ruins. (Original) 2024年11月24日に見学。おとな500円。 館内撮影可。 古い土蔵の建物で、各階が時代ごとに展示されていました。 意外と階数がありますよ。階段は狭いのでご注意を。 展示品は岡山の須恵器や土師器が多く、人や動物などの埴輪はありませんでした。 銅鐸はありました。 素朴な展示でしたが解説もあります。 最上階はペルーの遺跡から古代土器がありました。

(Translated by Google) You can immerse yourself in the ancient local history of Kurashiki City. I felt a strong spiritual energy from the bronze bells and the carbonized Buddhist scriptures from the Nara period. I personally thought the teeth of the Naumann's elephant in the Paleolithic section were quite unusual. The carbonized ancient rice from the Yayoi period and the peach seeds left over from ancient people's meals were also quite rare. (Original) 倉敷市の古くからの郷土の歴史に浸れます。 銅鐸と奈良時代の炭化した経典から強い霊気を感じました。 個人的には旧石器時代コーナーのナウマンゾウの歯が珍しいと思います。炭化した弥生時代古代米と古代人の食べ残しの桃の種も珍しいね。

(Translated by Google) Located in the center of Kurashiki's Bikan Historical Quarter, a storehouse with historical value has been turned into a museum. It's a luxury to be able to enjoy ancient materials while viewing a magnificent warehouse from the Edo period from the inside. When you look at it from the entrance, it seems like it's quite small, but when you actually enter, there are quite a few rooms, and there are quite a lot of items stored there. And it's organized by era, so it's pretty easy to read. However, there aren't many flashy or showy items in the collection, and the atmosphere is such that people with an interest in archeology can take their time to enjoy it, so I honestly don't think it's suitable for people with no interest at all. Also, there are a lot of steep stairs, so be careful if you have weak legs. (Original) 倉敷の美観地区の中心、単体でも歴史的価値のある蔵を、博物館に仕立ててある。江戸期の立派な蔵を内側から鑑賞しながら、古代の資料も満喫できるのが贅沢。 入口側から見た際には、かなり規模が小さい感じがしたか、実際に入ってみると結構部屋数があって、収蔵品もそこそこ多い。そして時代ごとに整理されているので、中々見やすい。 ただ、全体に、派手で見栄えがするような収蔵品はあまり無く、考古学に興味のある人がじっくり愉しむような雰囲気なので、全く興味のない人には正直向かないかと。 あと、さすがに急な階段が多いので、足腰の弱い人は注意。

(Translated by Google) Beautiful building appearance Ticket ¥500 Take photos at the door Only open on weekends Those who are interested can visit (Original) 美麗的建築外觀 門票¥500 門口拍照 只有週末開放 有興趣的可以參觀

(Translated by Google) The black and white tiled walls in the Kurashiki area are a characteristic of local architecture. Black and white walls can be seen everywhere, even local vending machines are painted. Similar patterns (Original) 倉敷地區的黑白瓦牆是當地建築的特色，四處可見黑白相間的牆壁，連當地的自動販賣機也塗上。類似圖案

(Translated by Google) This museum is housed in a renovated Edo period earthen storehouse and exhibits archaeological materials from Kurashiki. The museum exhibits valuable archaeological materials unearthed through excavation and research of ruins in the Kibi area over 70 years since its opening. This museum is highly recommended for those who are interested in ancient tombs, the culture of the Haniwa period, and those who feel the romance of excavations. (Original) 江戸時代の土蔵造りの蔵を改装、倉敷の考古資料を展示する博物館。 開館以来70年以上の年月をかけて吉備地区の遺跡発掘調査•研究をすすめながら、出土した貴重な考古資料が展示されています。 古墳、埴輪時代の文化にご興味がおありの方、発掘にロマンを感じられる方に是非オススメしたい博物館です。

(Translated by Google) ■ Kurashiki Archaeological Museum A small museum in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture. It mainly features artifacts excavated from the Bizen region in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. Many of the artifacts are from the Kofun period. I haven't visited it again. (Original) ■倉敷考古館 岡山県倉敷市にある小さな博物館。倉敷美観地区にある備前地域からの出土品が中心。 古墳時代の出土品が多い。再訪はしていない。

Achievement Shrine is a local shrine. Although it isn't big, it's very clean and peaceful.

Lovely park. Good for all the family. Nice little lake nice little temple. Place has a nice feel to it.

Many mosquitoes in the evening. You can have two or three mosquitoes bite u at the same time

Great place

(Translated by Google) It can also be accessed from the Bikan Historical Quarter side (stone steps) If you go up the stone steps on the south side (Bikan Historical Quarter side) of the Tsurugatayama Tunnel, you will see Kanryuji Temple in front of you, but there is a passage on the side that will take you to Tsurugatayama Park and Achi Shrine. There are only stone steps, so it is not suitable for people in wheelchairs or those with weak legs. (Original) 美観地区側からもアクセスできる(石段) 鶴形山トンネルの南側(美観地区側)の脇にある石段を登っていくと正面は観龍寺ですが、脇に通路があって鶴形山公園や阿智神社へ抜ける事ができます。 石段ばかりなので車椅子の方、足腰の弱い方は無理です。

(Translated by Google) Tsurugatayama, a 43-meter-high hill in the northeastern corner of the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, is a popular spot for a tranquil stroll, centered around Achi Shrine. It offers panoramic views of Kurashiki City and, in spring, a vibrant display of cherry blossoms and wisteria. The West Approach to Tsurugatayama Park is a relatively easy climb, gently ascending in about 10 minutes to Achi Shrine. The East Approach, closer to the Bikan Historical Quarter, is shorter, but with 182 stone steps, it can be a bit tiring for those with limited stamina, but it's not too challenging. (Original) 鶴形山標高43m，是倉敷美觀地區東北隅的小山丘。整座山頭以阿智神社為中心，是能感受不同於美觀地區的靜謐漫步好去處，還能俯瞰倉敷市景，春天更有櫻花及紫藤接力綻放。 從西參道爬上鶴形山公園相對更輕鬆，坡道一路緩緩而上，約10分鐘可抵阿智神社。靠近美觀地區的東參道雖然路程短，不過有182階石階要爬，體力不好的人會比較喘，但也不至於太難。

(Translated by Google) At the commanding heights of the Kurashiki area, there is Achi Shrine. There is a children's sumo warrior in the small park. If you are lucky, there will be a children's sumo competition on holidays. Don't miss it. You can try your luck when traveling here. It is very exciting and the atmosphere is warm. It is worth visiting. look (Original) 倉敷地區的制高點，阿智神社，小公園內有個小朋友的相撲土俵，運氣好時假日有舉辦小朋友相撲比賽，不可錯過，來此旅遊可以碰碰運氣，還很刺激，現場氣氛熱烈，很值得一看

It is highly recommended to pay a visit to this Museum if you are in Kurashiki. The toys and piggy banks collection is interesting and extensive, and the owner was kind and friendly

Another great find in the area, we were just about to leave and happen to come across this place with 50 years of eccentric collecting which can only be described as WOW! Well worth the visit and the owner can speak some English and was very courteous and helpful. Well done and thanks for the entertainment.

Eccentric and charming little collection of over 2000 piggy banks, as well as a collection of Japanese toys from different stages in history. It's very close to the Bikan Historical Quarter and canal area so for only ¥300 it's not a bad way to spend half an hour.

Weird place, expensive and dirty. Sorry!

Absolutely loved it, nothing like I’d ever seen! Highly recommend to tourists.

Quirky and small with a treasure trove if antiques downstairs

Classic toys

Fantastic view. However very few spaces maybe abut 10 car park spaces and 2-3 benches.

So beautiful night view I’m so amazed with the wind there 🥰🥰🥰

Free parking, no washroom, almost no facility. But good view.

Great view !

(Translated by Google) The night view was amazing. There are only about three parking spaces, so it's best to get there a little early. There is also a great view point on the way down to the town, but there is no place to park, so you can enjoy it if you drive slowly. (Original) 夜景がとても素敵でした。駐車スペースが３台程度なので、少し早めに行くといいかも。また、街へ下りていく途中にも絶景ポイントがありますが、停める場所がないのですが、ゆっくり進むと堪能できます。

(Translated by Google) [Visited September 5, 2025] - There's parking for a few cars. It seems like it fills up quickly during the night and on holidays. - When I visited on a weekday evening, there was only one car, so I had no trouble parking. - It was incredibly beautiful. - The sunset was also amazing. - While it looks quite close with a zoom lens, be aware that with the naked eye, it's actually quite a panoramic view, and the building itself is quite far away. (Original) 【2025年9月5日訪問】 ・駐車場数台程度あり。夜景や休日時はすぐに満車になりそう ・平日の夕方に訪れた時は一台のみだったので問題なく駐車できた ・すごく綺麗だった ・夕日も最高だった ・ズームレンズだとかなり近くに見えるが、実際肉眼だとかなりのパノラマで建物自体は結構遠いことに注意。

(Translated by Google) Photo taken on October 15, 2025. This night view is why I moved here from Saitama Prefecture. (^o^) It was late at night on a weekday, so there was no one around. I was simply amazed by it all by myself. (^o^) This time, it was around 8:30 PM. The parking lot was almost full when I arrived. I wondered what to do. (^o^) Finally, I was able to take a good photo. (^o^) There were a lot of young couples and young people there, so an older guy like me might be a bit out of place, but... The night view is so much fun. (^o^) I definitely recommend taking some photos with a telephoto lens. (^o^) (Original) 2025.10.15.撮影 この夜景を見て自分は埼玉県から 引っ越しして来ました(^o^) あの時は平日の深夜だったので 人も居なくて ただ、ただ、 1人で感動してました(^o^) 今回は20時30頃かな？ 着いた駐車場もほぼ満車で どーしょぅかなぁ〜？って思ったぐらい(^o^) やっとジックリと撮れる事が出来ました(^o^) 若いカップルや 若い子達が多いので 自分みたいなおじさんはちょちょっと 場違いかも知れないけど〜 夜景はめちゃめちゃ楽しめます(^o^) 是非、望遠レンズで写真を撮りに行きましょう(^o^)

(Translated by Google) I bought a school bag for 300 yen at the outlet attached to the museum. I also wanted to buy some cheap dress shirts in my size. (Original) 資料館併設のアウトレットで、スクールバッグを300円で購入しました。カッターシャツとかも安く、着れるサイズがあれば買いたかったです。

(Translated by Google) The museum is free to visit. The first floor showcases the oldest school uniform styles, while the second floor offers a variety of free cosplay experiences in various sizes. Parking and restrooms are available. (Original) 免費參觀的資料館，一樓展示最古老的學生制服款式，二樓提供多樣、多尺寸供選擇的免費體驗變裝學生服的樂趣 設有停車場/洗手間

(Translated by Google) I was able to wear my school uniform. I thought it was a nostalgic place for the Showa generation and brought back memories. Not only is it free, but there are a variety of uniforms available, from school uniforms to blazers, so you can enjoy wearing them in a variety of ways. It was a great memory. (Original) 学生服が着れるという事できてみました。 昭和世代には懐かしいし思い出がよみがえる場所だと思いました。無料なうえに制服の種類も学ランからブレザーまで揃っていて色々着て楽しめます。とてもいい記念になりました。

(Translated by Google) There was an old man wearing a girl's school uniform in the souvenir area. He was chatting loudly, and when I was looking at the merchandise area he kept staring at me, which made me feel uncomfortable. I wanted to look a little more closely, but... There was also a man wearing women's clothes in the uniform changing area on the second floor, and although it's not discrimination, it doesn't seem like there are any staff on hand at all times, so I felt it might be a little unsafe for a woman to go alone. (Original) お土産エリアに女子学生服を着たおじさんが居ました。大きな声で雑談されており、商品スペースを見るときもじっとこちらを見られていて落ち着きませんでした。もう少しじっくり見たかったのですが… 二階の制服を着るスペースも女性用服を着ている男性が居ましたし、差別というわけではないのですが、スタッフの方が常駐しているわけでもなさそうなので、女性だけで行くにはちょっと不安かなと思いました。

(Translated by Google) I took a picture of myself in my uniform! I found an outfit that suits me! I'm going to wear my uniform to work from now on! 🤣 It's so empty! It was so much fun! (Original) 制服写真を撮った！ 似合う服装を見つけた！今後制服で出社する予定！🤣 めっちゃ空いてる！めっちゃ楽しかった！

(Translated by Google) 2024.3.21 Visited around 13:30 There is a parking lot for about 4 to 5 cars. Free tour. It is a space that may be particularly appealing to people in their 60s and above. There are many uniforms on the second floor that you can try on. There are fitting rooms for men and women. It's hard to find one because there are so many different sizes, but when I try it on, I feel nostalgic and think, Wow, this is what school uniforms looked like. There are desks and a blackboard in the back, so if you sit and take a photo, you'll feel like a student. What is the state of preservation? Therefore, depending on the item, the collar may turn yellow (bitter smile). It may not be suitable for those who are particular about hygiene. There is a sales floor at the back of the first floor where you can actually purchase items. (Original) 2024.3.21 13時半頃訪問 駐車場は4〜5台ほど。 見学無料。 60代以降の方には刺さるのではないか、と言う空間です。 2階には制服がたくさんあり、試着できます。試着室は男女1人分ずつあります。 サイズもいろいろあるので探すのが大変ですが、着てみると、ああ制服ってこんな感じだったな、と懐かしく思います。 奥に机や黒板もあって、座って写真をとると学生みたいな雰囲気が出ます。 保存状態は？なので、物によっては襟が黄ばんでたりもします(苦笑) 潔癖の方には向かないかも。 1階奥には売り場があり、実際に購入もできます。

(Translated by Google) Admission is free and you can come and go as you like, so you can enjoy the view at your leisure. Not only the history of school uniforms but also old signboards are on display, giving it a retro feel. There is a fitting space on the second floor, where many types and sizes of school uniforms are available. I had never worn it during my school days and thought I would never wear it again, but I was able to wear it for a school run, and it was a valuable experience. There was also a shop attached, selling outlet school uniforms (school uniforms, sailor uniforms, shirts, socks, etc.) and uniform-themed goods. (Original) 入場無料で出入り自由なのでのんびりと見ることができます。学生服の歴史だけでなく、昔の看板なども展示されており、レトロな雰囲気です。２階には試着スペースがあり、多数の種類・サイズの学生服が用意されています。学生時代に着たことがなく、一生着ることはないだろうと思っていた学ランに袖を通すことができ、貴重な体験をすることができました。 また、売店が併設されており、アウトレットの学生服（学ラン、セーラー服、シャツ、靴下など）や制服をモチーフにしたグッズなどが販売されていました。

(Translated by Google) I drove there on a Monday morning. As expected, it was quiet. I was looking forward to the view from the top of the mountain, but the trees were blocking it so I could hardly see it. It might be a good idea to come with your family on the weekends. However, the play equipment is not well maintained and your clothes will get dirty if you play on the slides. The parking lot is spacious and can accommodate 20 to 30 cars. I visited in early December, so the autumn foliage season was over, but there was a patch of maple leaves all over, and I thought it would have been so beautiful if it had been two weeks earlier. There are field athletic fields and famous cherry blossom viewing spots in the area, so I think it's a great place to visit in the spring. It seems that bird watching is possible, and there was a large guide map of wild birds posted at the entrance of the park. (Original) ドライブで月曜日の午前中に訪れました。 さすがに閑散としていました。 山頂からの景色を楽しみにしていましたが、木が邪魔してほとんど見ることはできませんでした。 家族連れで週末遊びに来るのは良いかもしれません。 ただし、遊具については手入れされておらず滑り台などで遊ぶと服は汚れると思います。 駐車場は広々していて台数は20〜30台は停められると思います。 12月上旬に訪れたので、紅葉の季節は終わってましたが、一面にもみじの葉っぱで敷き詰められた区画があって、もう2週間早ければ、さぞ美しかっただろうと思いました。 周辺には、フィールドアスレチック場や桜の名所もありますので春などに遊びに来るのは、とても良いと思います。 バードウォッチができるようで、公園の入り口に野鳥の案内図が大きく掲げられていました。

(Translated by Google) It is a park that has been closely connected to the local community for a long time. Is it a regional characteristic that the quality of users changes 180 degrees between day and night? Construction vehicles pass on the mountain trail. We recommend that you take appropriate measures (predicting the possibility of falling nails, etc.) when driving. It is also a road used by people heading to funerals, and the nearby winding roads are excellent, so there are many people on motorcycles. When heading to this location, it is important to follow traffic etiquette, check your rear mirror often, and avoid driving inconsiderately by driving at a snail's pace at the front of a long line. (Original) 古くから地域に密着した公園です。 昼と夜で利用者の質が180度変わるのも地域柄でしょうか。 登山道には工事車両が通過します。相応の対策(釘等が落下するかもしれない等の予測)運転をおすすめします。また、葬祭に向かわれる人々が利用する道でもあり、近くのワインディングロードが優秀なのでバイクの方々も多いです。 この場所に向かうときは、交通マナーを守り、その上でよく後方ミラーを確認し、長蛇の列の先頭をかたつむりのようなスピードで走行する等の無配慮運転にならないようにする事が大切です。

(Translated by Google) Tanematsuyama Nishi Park (15 minutes walk), parking lot (approx. 60 spaces), and a park with toilets🚽. Although it is located at the top of the mountain, there is no observation place and it is not a place where you can enjoy the scenery. It is a place where old playground equipment and promenades have been installed on the site of Tanematsuyama Shrine, so I don't think it is a very comfortable place and there is no need to stay for a long time. “I wonder if anyone wants to take a walk around Tanematsuyama?” At night, there are brave homeless people staying here, so please be careful not to get in trouble. (Original) 種松山西公園(徒歩15分)・駐車場(約60台)・トイレ🚽つきの公園⛲です。 山頂にありますが、展望場所は無く景観を楽しめる場所ではありませんよ。 種松山神社の跡地に古びた遊具や遊歩道等を設置した場所ですので、余り居心地の良い場所とは思えず長居は無用だと思います。 「種松山を散策する方がいるのかな？」 夜間は、度胸のある野宿者の方が居られるのでトラブルに注意して下さいね。

(Translated by Google) Visited in the afternoon in January 2023. There were several cars parked in the parking lot, but they weren't taking a walk outside, so I don't know what their purpose was. Although it is a park, there is very little play equipment and it is not very clean. There are no vending machines, and the restrooms are not clean. At night, couples and others come to see the night view, but occasionally the police come patrolling. The only purpose you may have is to come to see the flowers in the spring. (Original) 2023.1月午後に訪問。 駐車場には数台の車が止まっていましたが、外を散策しているわけでもなく、何目的で来られたのかはわかりません。 公園となってますが遊具と呼べるものは、わずかですし、キレイではありません。 自販機もありませんし、トイレもキレイではありません。 夜はカップルなどが夜景を見に来たりもするようですが、たまに警察が巡回に来ます。 春に花を見るために来るぐらいしか目的がないかもしれませんね。

(Translated by Google) It is confused with the West Park, but apart from the parking lot, little has been done about it.Although the information board indicates promenade courses, bird watching spots, etc., there are so many fallen trees and fallen leaves that it is hard to tell where it is from outside the fence. Although there are toilets and running water (drinkable?), it is more of a bush site than a mountaintop park, and the area around the torii gate of Tanematsu Yamagaoka Shrine looks like a secret base. (Original) 西園地と混同されてるがここは駐車場以外は殆ど手を掛けれていない、案内板には遊歩道コースやバードウォッチスポット等々表記されているものの柵外との境界がわからないほど倒木落葉が散乱してる。 トイレも水道（飲めるかどうか？）もあるものの山頂公園というよりブッシュサイト、種松山丘神社の鳥居あたりは秘密基地の様相。

(Translated by Google) A place where you can enjoy seasonal flowers (Original) 季節の花が楽しめる場所です

(Translated by Google) Tanematsuyama Nishi Park is recommended for cherry blossom viewing, and Sancho Park is recommended for bird watching. Please be careful of bees and boars. (Original) 種松山西公園は花見、山頂公園はバードウォッチングにおすすめです。 ハチとイノシシには気をつけてねくださいね

It's a park.

(Translated by Google) This park is perfect for families, with play equipment for both small and large children. Because the grounds are large, there are many people who enjoy walking and walking their dogs, and it has an attractive atmosphere that anyone can use easily. You can also enjoy playing ball on the large field, which is lively. In particular, the sandbox is surrounded by a locking circle, so you can let your little ones play without worrying about losing sight of them. Also, the swings are bucket seat type, so it's great that even small children can enjoy them safely. The parking lot is large and can accommodate a sufficient number of cars, making it convenient for those coming from far away. In addition, there is a library right in front of the park, so you can not only play in the park, but also spend some time intellectually. I think it's a very attractive park that can be used in a variety of ways. The toilets are also well maintained and easy to use. I don't know if there are diaper changing tables or nursing rooms. (Original) この公園は、小さい子どもから大きい子どもまで遊べる遊具が揃っていて、家族連れにぴったりの場所です。 敷地が広いので、ウォーキングを楽しむ人や犬の散歩をする人も多く、誰でも気軽に利用できる雰囲気が魅力的です。 また、広いグラウンドではボール遊びを楽しむこともでき、活気があります。 特に、砂場はロック付きのサークルで囲まれているため、小さなお子さんを見失う心配がなく、安心して遊ばせることができます。 また、ブランコもバケットシートタイプなので、小さな子どもでも安全に楽しめる配慮がされている点が素晴らしいです。 駐車場が広く、十分な台数の車が停められるので、遠方から来る方にも便利です。 さらに、公園の目の前には図書館があり、公園で遊ぶだけでなく、知的な時間を過ごすこともできます。さまざまな使い方ができる、とても魅力的な公園だと思います。 トイレも管理が行き届いているので使いやすいです。 オムツ替え台や授乳室などがあるかは分かりません。

(Translated by Google) I haven't been there in a while, but the fountain is already out and the kids are having a blast. The playground equipment is fun, spacious and clean, and there are several toilets, which is very helpful. There is a library and police station next door, so be careful in the evenings when the police cars are on the lookout for cars that ignore stop signs. It's a park where you can safely let your kids play regardless of the season. (Original) 久々行きましたが、もぅ噴水が出ていて、子供達は大はしゃぎÜ遊具も楽しく広くて綺麗トイレも何個か有り、とても助かります☆隣が図書館・警察署で夕方はパトカーに乗って一時停止無視車がいないか、目を光らせているので気をつけましょ。季節関係なく子供と一緒に，安心して遊ばせられる公園です。

(Translated by Google) Although the park is primarily for sports, it is also lush with greenery and is perfect for strolling. There is plenty of parking, so you can enjoy the whole day at your leisure. There are also toilets in various locations, so you don't have to worry. (Original) スポーツが主にメインの公園ですが、緑も豊かで散歩等に適してます。駐車場も沢山有り一日ゆっくり楽しめますね。トイレも各地にありますから安心ですね。

(Translated by Google) It is the central location of Mizushima, and the park ⛲ is very spacious and well-maintained, making it a popular place for men and women of all ages. There is plenty of playground equipment for children to play on, and there is also a spacious lawn area, so I think this is a park that the whole family can enjoy. Parking lot 🅿 (50 spaces) and toilets 🚻 are also available. (Original) 水島の中心的な場所であり、公園⛲内はとても広く清掃・整備がとても良くされているので老若男女に親しまれている場所です。 お子さん達が遊べる遊具も多く広々とした芝生広場もあるので、家族皆に楽しめる公園⛲だと思いますね。 駐車場🅿(50台)トイレ🚻も完備されています。

(Translated by Google) A park located literally in the center of the Mizushima district. There is a pool, baseball field, etc., and there is also a library and Budokan adjacent to it, making it a center for cultural and sports activities. It would be a good idea to walk around the lawn area. I think this is a valuable park in Mizushima, which has little greenery. (Original) 水島地区の文字通り中央に位置する公園。プールや野球場などがあり、隣接して図書館や武道館も併設されていて、文化・スポーツ活動の中心になる場所ですね。 散策には芝生広場の周囲をたどって歩くのがよさそうです。緑の少ない水島にあって貴重な公園だと思います。

(Translated by Google) R4.3.27 Currently, the cherry blossoms are blooming beautifully 🌸 If the weather is nice, I think you can bring a lunch box and enjoy the nature in the middle of town 😄 (Original) R4.3.27現在桜がかなりキレイに咲いてましたよ🌸お天気が良ければお弁当を持参して町の真ん中の自然を満喫しても良きかと😄