The walking tour around Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, which has continued for 400 years in Kurashiki by Hiroyuki Hara
Hiroyuki Hara, the famous Hara family that lived in Kurashiki for 400 years (Edo period), represents a deeper history of Kurashiki. Speaking of the origin and history of Kurashiki, we will visit places in the Bikan Historical Quarter. You will be able to discover the charm of the Bikan Historical Quarter, which only locals who actually live in Kurashiki can talk about. Let's learn more about Kurashiki from the city's history, not just sightseeing. At the end of the tour, Come and talk with Hiroyuki Hara at a coffee shop,Ueda, loved by locals for more than 50 years. Also, let us know what you think of the tour and any questions you may have! A nice souvenir is included!
Days of Week
Sun,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Duration
3 hours
Adult (ages 12+)
JPY 7,000
Child (ages 2-11)
JPY 6,000
Outline
Schedule
Pickup / Checkin
9:00 - 9:30
Let's learn about the history of Kurashiki
At the meeting place, the guide will explain the origin and history of Kurashiki.
9:30 - 9:50
Kanryuji Temple
Visit Kanryuji Temple,one of the oldest temples in Kurashiki with a history of over 1000 years. The temple is deeply connected to the history of Kurashiki, and you can actually see the remains of a samurai battle that took place over 150 years ago. It is also a mysterious place where a shrine exists inside a temple.
9:50 - 10:30
Achi Shrine
Visit Achi Shrine, a shrine that protects the peace of Kurashiki.Achi Shrine, Zodiac sanctum and all, is such a place, always welcome when just the thought of yet another tourist shop makes one tired. The Shrine is located at the top of Mount Tsurugata, overlooking the kurashiki Bikan Hitotrical Quarter.
10:30 - 10:50
Tsurugatayama Tunnel
The tunnel was built in 1927 and runs from Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter to the north passing under Tsurugata Mountain. The tunnel is also associated with Emperor Showa. Why was the tunnel built here? Let us tell you some of the rumors surrounding the tunnel.
10:50 - 11:00
About the alley
We will move while talking about the alley, including the story of the war.
11:00 - 11:20
About Kurashiki Ivy Square
Kurashiki Ivy Square. We will tell you about Kurashiki Ivy Square, which is now a hotel, in relation to the history of Kurashiki.
11:20 - 11:30
Yurinso Villa
We would like to tell you about Yurinso Villa, a place associated with the Ohara family. The villa was built by Magosaburo Ohara, the founder of the Ohara Museum of Art, for his sickly wife, and is also called "Midori-goten" (green palace) because of the unique color of its roof tiles, which glow green depending on the angle of view.
11:30 - 11:40
The Ohara Museum of Art
It is the first private western art museum in Japan built by Magosaburo Ohara, who is indispensable to the history of Kurashiki. We will show you the relationship between the history of Kurashiki and the Ohara Museum of Art while looking at the exterior of the museum.
11:40 - 12:00
Coffee break at Cafe Ueda
Come and talk with Hiroyuki Hara at a coffee shop loved by locals for more than 50 years. Also, let us know what you think of the tour and any questions you may have!
Checkin Times / Locations
9:00
Plan Information
What's Included
- Guide fee, Translator fee, First drink at Cafe Ueda
What's Not Included
- Eating and drinking fee,Money offered to the gods.(Saisen)、Admission to Ohara Museum of Art
Additional Info
- If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions due to religious reasons, please be sure to inform us in advance.
Minimum Participants
- 1
Cancellation Policies
0%
2 days before to 17:00
50%
1 day before to 17:00
After 17:00, 1 day before
100%
Participation Date