Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter is a must-see for anyone visiting Japan. Located in Okayama Prefecture, the area features a unique blend of Edo Period and Western-influenced architecture, as well as many vanishing aspects of traditional Japanese culture that are still alive today. The quarter is full of quaint cobbled streets lined with storehouses converted into specialty stores, museums, and cafes; sightseeing cruises along the willow-lined Kurashiki River; and the stunning Ohara Museum of Art, Japan's first museum of western art. Visitors can also peruse various high-quality Kojima denim products, locally produced sake, and souvenir delicacies in the quarter's shops. With its picturesque atmosphere and wealth of interesting attractions, Kurashiki is a place travelers won't forget.