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Higashi

A Kurashiki City resident. Formerly a physical therapist, now working freelance as a writer, online assistant, and in other roles. I’ll share information that will make you want to visit Kurashiki.

Area of activityKurashiki City Satosho Town

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Satosho Town’s makomotake (Manchurian wild rice shoots): They look like white leeks, but are they called bamboo shoots? A delicious autumn specialty of Satosho Town that can be eaten without removing the bitterness.

makomotake (Manchurian wild rice shoots) in Satosho Town Looks like a white leek, but is it named after bamboo shoots? A delicious autumn specialty of Satosho Town that can be eaten without removing the bitterness

2026.10.16

The 34th Robot Contest 2026 (held on August 30, 2026): A place for junior high and high school students to create things, marking its 34th year in Satosho Town.

The 34th Robot Contest 2026 (held on August 30, 2026) A hands-on engineering event for junior high and high school students, now in its 34th year in Satosho Town

2026.09.12

Kurashiki City Historical Materials Preservation Office: 375,000 historical materials are housed here. A place that preserves Kurashiki’s history and passes it on to the future.

Kurashiki City Historical Materials Preservation Office Home to 375,000 historical materials. A place that preserves Kurashiki’s history and passes it on to the future

2026.08.17

Through Sunday, September 27: ARKO 2025–2026 Mayuko Kose Exhibition. Works created during a three-month stay in Kurashiki include a monumental 5-meter piece.

Until 9/27 (Sun) ARKO 2025–2026: Mayuko Kose Exhibition A five-meter masterpiece created during a three-month stay in Kurashiki

2026.07.28

ARKO 2025–2026 Mayuko Kose: “Between Wildlife and Humans,” painted in Kurashiki by Japanese painter Mayuko Kose

ARKO2025-2026 Mayuko Kose “Between Wildlife and Humans,” Painted in Kurashiki by Japanese-Style Painter Mayuko Kose

2026.07.15

The first seminar for women entrepreneurs of fiscal year 2026 will be held on Tuesday, July 28. For anyone interested in starting a business: a program to help you discover your strengths and take the first step, followed by a networking event.

Held on 7/28 (Tue) FY2026 First Entrepreneur Seminar for Women For those interested in starting a business. A program and networking event to discover your strengths and take the first step

2026.07.04

Until Sunday, August 16: Compare flavors from west to east! Satosho Curry Something-or-Other Stamp Rally. Explore Satosho Town with curry from 13 participating shops. Collect stamps and enter to win prizes.

Until 8/16 (Sun) Taste the Difference Between East and West! Satosho Curry Something-or-Other Stamp Rally Explore Satosho Town with curry from 13 restaurants. Collect stamps and enter to win prizes.

2026.07.04

Morita Treatment Clinic — A clinic specializing in osteopathic medicine and hands-on therapy to bring out the body’s natural healing ability.

Morita Treatment Room A treatment and bodywork clinic specializing in osteopathic medicine, which draws out the body’s natural healing ability

2026.06.30

Citizens’ Health Lecture: Kurashiki Central Hospital Medical Gathering “Preventive Medicine That Builds the Future” (held May 21, 2026) Don’t let a health checkup be the end of it. Understanding your health today builds a healthier future.

Public Health Lecture: Kurachu Medical Gathering “Preventive Medicine That Shapes the Future” (held May 21, 2026) Don’t let a health checkup be the end of it. Understanding your health today builds a healthier future

2026.06.28

Public Lecture: Kurashiki Central Hospital Medical Gathering “Protect Your Blood Vessels 2” (held April 16, 2026) Learn how atherosclerosis works and protect your blood vessels through diet and exercise.

Public Lecture for Citizens: Kurachu Medical Gathering “Protect Your Blood Vessels 2” (held on April 16, 2026) Learn how atherosclerosis works and protect your blood vessels through diet and exercise

2026.05.20

Working in Kurashiki. The 2026 New School Graduates Employment Welcome Ceremony (held on April 9, 2026). Nervousness turns to smiles. A new first step in Kurashiki, alongside fellow newcomers.

Working in Kurashiki: Welcome Ceremony for New School Graduates Starting Work in 2026 (held on April 9, 2026) Nervousness turns to smiles. A new step forward in Kurashiki with fellow newcomers

2026.05.09

Bitchu Kurashiki-gaku, 201st session: “Mabi’s Archaeological Sites and Kibi no Makibi: Japanese History Begins in Kibi” (held on March 12, 2026). Mabi is home to fascinating and profound history.

Bitchu Kurashiki-gaku, 201st Lecture: “Mabi’s Archaeological Sites and Kibi no Makibi: Japanese History Begins in Kibi” (held March 12, 2026) Mabi’s history is fascinating and profound

2026.04.06