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Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter · 倉敷美観地区
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter has white-walled buildings along a canal. Walk by the water, browse the shops in the lanes and take a break. If paintings or crafts interest you, stop at Ohara Museum of Art or the folkcraft museum during your walk.
Visitor information
Admission
Museums, sightseeing boat rides and activities charge separately. Check the official information below for the facility or activity you want to use.
Opening hours
There are no single opening hours for the whole district. Shops and individual facilities have their own operating days and hours. Check the day's sailing timetable and cancellations separately for sightseeing boats.
What to see at Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter
From the canal into the lanes
See the white-walled buildings along the canal, then browse shops in the lanes. For artworks, visit Ohara Museum of Art or the folkcraft museum in the district.
Official Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter guide Ohara access Facility prices and closures
How to get to Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter
Leave Kurashiki Station on the south side and walk towards the Bikan Historical Quarter. The official directions give about 10 minutes to the entrance to the streets. The museum's directions give about 15 minutes to Ohara's Main Building, so allow walking time for your actual destination. JR travel to Kurashiki Station and waiting for trains are separate.
Official Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter guide Official Kurashiki walking map Ohara access
Visiting tips
If you have a particular shop in mind
The time you can walk the streets is separate from shop opening hours. Check the operating day for a shop you want to visit, or the day's sailing times and cancellations for a sightseeing boat ride.
Questions about Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter
Do I need an admission ticket for Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter?
You do not need a museum ticket to walk along the canal and lanes. For museum exhibitions, sightseeing boats and activities, check their separate fees and operating conditions.
Official sources
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- Official Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter guide ·
- Official Kurashiki walking map ·
- Ohara access ·
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