【Start: Kurayoshi Park Square】
The trek starts at this distinctive building!
【Utsubuki Park: Hagoromo Pond】
A soothing walk through a rich natural environment.
【Kurayoshi Figure Museum】
This historic round shaped school building displays a wide variety of figurines.
【Ogamo River】
Gazing off into the distance while walking on the levee inspires a feeling of freedom.
On clear days the view stretches all the way to Hiruzen Sanza and Mt. Daisen.
【Old JNR Kurayoshi Line Cherry Trees】
A straight path lined with long rows of cherry trees. You’ll want to come back in the spring!
【Kurayoshi Town Pump Cabin】
Built in 1932, this building is a registered tangible cultural property.
The stylish design makes it hard to believe it served for decades as a pump cabin.
【Kurayoshi Yodoya Area】
Built in 1760, the oldest traditional townhouse in Kurayoshi.
【Takada Shuzo Area】
The Takada Shuzo brewery building is a Prefecturally designated Cultural Property.
Retro signboards and the Benten shrine approach make terrific spots for photos.
【Utsubuki Kairou】
This new landmark was just completed in 2019!
The rooftop offers a wonderful view of the proximal townscape.
【White Wall Storehouse District】
The setting for Jiro Taniguchi’s masterpiece A Distant Neighborhood is full of retro scenery!
Moreover, the area is replete with great places to eat and drink.
【Goal: Kurayoshi Park Square】
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