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Kurashiki City in Okayama Prefecture is a beautiful Japanese tourist destination featuring traditional townscapes and canals! Kurashiki’s beloved character, “Denim Ninja,” introduces popular sightseeing spots with a comedic twist!
Denim Ninja Introduces Kurashiki, Okayama!
This video is titled “【English】DENIM NINJA in KURASHIKI - DENIM NINJA solves the 30 mysteries of Kurashiki!! (Long ver.)” and was released by “Kurashiki City Tourism Division.”
When thinking of tourist destinations in Japan, Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka are the most well-known. But did you know that Kurashiki City in Okayama Prefecture also has traditional townscapes?
In Kurashiki City, the Bikan Historical Quarter features old Japanese-style houses, canals, and riverboats, preserving the traditional landscape of Japan.
It is also known as the birthplace of denim production in Japan.
Let’s explore Kurashiki’s tourist spots with the Denim Ninja in the video!
Kurashiki, Okayama is Easily Accessible and a Great Addition to Japan Travel Routes
Kurashiki City in Okayama is about 1.5 hours from Kyoto Station and 1 hour from Osaka.
Kurashiki is also located along the way from the Kansai region to Shikoku and Kyushu.
It’s a tourist destination that’s easy to include in a travel itinerary around Japan.
The Bikan Historical Quarter in Kurashiki is Perfect for Experiencing Traditional Japan
The Bikan Historical Quarter in Kurashiki is famous for preserving traditional Japanese townscapes.
A riverboat ride allows you to enjoy the many old houses and canals.
In this area, you can also see “namako walls” on old mansions.
The walls are named because their patterns resemble sea cucumbers (namako in Japanese).
Additionally, the Ohara Museum of Art houses many European artworks, allowing visitors to enjoy both Japanese and Western traditional townscapes.
You can also rent and wear a kimono while sightseeing.
Why not immerse yourself in Japanese traditional culture by touring the area in a kimono?
Explore Kojima, the Birthplace of Japanese Denim
Kurashiki City is located in the southern part of Okayama Prefecture.
Among its districts, Kojima, a port town facing the Seto Inland Sea, is known as the “birthplace of Japanese denim” and features a Jeans Street near the station.
Kurashiki is also home to the Great Seto Bridge, which connects Okayama in Honshu to Kagawa in Shikoku.
A hidden gem is the view from Mt. Washu, located beside the Great Seto Bridge, offering stunning natural scenery of the Seto Inland Sea.
Japan’s No.1 ◯◯! Denim Ninja Enjoys Local Specialties Okayama is Proud Of♫
Okayama is known as the Kingdom of Fruits!
It is especially famous for producing muscat grapes and peaches.
Okayama boasts the highest muscat grape production in Japan.
Muscat wine is very popular and makes a perfect souvenir.
It has a luxurious taste and pairs well with Japanese cuisine.
Why not enjoy the gourmet delights of Kurashiki, Okayama?
Summary of Kurashiki City, Okayama
This time, we introduced a tourism video about Kurashiki City, Okayama.
You were probably surprised to see how many sightseeing spots Kurashiki has!
Kurashiki City is rich in tourist attractions.
Next, come and experience Kurashiki for yourself!
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Kurashiki Station00:00:20–1-1-1 Achi, Kurashiki, Okayama 710-0055
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Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter00:01:34–Honmachi, Kurashiki, Okayama
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Ohara Museum of Art00:03:15–1-1-15 Central, Kurashiki, Okayama
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Kurashiki Ivy Square00:03:43–7-2 Honmachi, Kurashiki, Okayama
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Aibi Workshop00:04:45–7-2 Honmachi, Kurashiki, Okayama
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Kurashiki Denim Street00:05:30–1-10-11 Central, Kurashiki, Okayama 710-0046
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KURASHIKI KIMONO KOMACHI00:06:34–5-10 Honmachi, Kurashiki, Okayama
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Kurashiki Matsuemon Canvas00:07:36–11-33 Honmachi, Kurashiki, Okayama
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Nyochikudo00:07:43–14-5 Honmachi, Kurashiki, Okayama
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Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft00:08:18–1-4-4-11 Central, Kurashiki, Okayama
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Kurashiki Archaeological Museum00:08:39–1-3-13 Central, Kurashiki, Okayama 710-0046
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Funao Winery00:09:50–611-2 Funaocho Mizue, Kurashiki, Okayama
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Shimotsui Shipping Agent Museum00:10:27–1-7-23 Shimotsui, Kurashiki, Okayama
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Entsuji00:11:59–Tamashima Kashiwajima, Kurashiki, Okayama
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