Discover the charm of the Bikan Historical Area in spring! The first "Kurashiki Tocotoco Exchange Meeting" will be held on April 6 at KAMOI KAKOSHI CO., LTD. in the Bikan Historical Area. [Ended]

春の美観地区で魅力発見!第1回「倉敷とことこ交流会」を4月6日に倉敷美観地区「カモ井」で開催します【終了】

Thank you for always visiting "Kurashiki Tocotoco".

Following the heavy rain in July 2018, "Kurashiki Tocotoco" was launched to share information about the Bikan Historical Area and Mabi, and gradually, more people have started to support "Kurashiki Tocotoco".

So, we have an announcement for everyone.

On Saturday, April 6, 2019, the first exchange meeting of Kurashiki Tocotoco will be held at the Bikan Historical Area's 'KAMOI KAKOSHI CO., LTD.'!

Bikan Historical Area KAMOI KAKOSHI CO., LTD. Exterior

Titled "Discovering the Charm of the Bikan Historical Area in Spring!", we will reflect on the spots introduced in "Kuratoco" along with a map, and we will actually explore spots that have not yet been introduced in Kuratoco with the participants.

Eating dango in the Bikan Historical Area

If you find a wonderful spot, please introduce it by saying, "I want it to be introduced in Kuratoco!" or "I want to introduce it!" This is an event where we all create Kuratoco together.

Yamau Coffee Stand Exploring the Bikan Historical Area

Writers, bloggers, models, photographers, and many others who love the Bikan Historical Area will gather, and we hope it will be a meeting where everyone can learn more about the charm of the Bikan Historical Area, so please join us.

Bikan Historical Area

What is Kurashiki Tocotoco?

Kurashiki Tocotoco

Kurashiki Tocotoco is a web media that shares information about tourist facilities and restaurants centered around the Bikan Historical Area and the situation in Mabi.

About the background and thoughts behind the launch of the Bikan Historical Area blog 'Kurashiki Tocotoco'

“Conveying the Present of Kurashiki” is the concept, and we are web writers and bloggers centered around Okayama and Kurashiki, sharing the charm of Kurashiki.

While we have introduced a lot of information about the Bikan Historical Area in Kuratoco, we thought, "I want to know more about the charm of the Bikan Historical Area!" and planned an event to explore the charm of the Bikan Historical Area together with everyone.

Overview of the "1st Kurashiki Tocotoco Exchange Meeting"

Here are the details such as the date and time.

Date and Time

April 6, 2019 (Saturday) from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Location

KAMOI KAKOSHI CO., LTD.

About Parking

There is no parking lot attached to the store.

Since it is located in the Bikan Historical Area, there are many parking lots nearby, but there is a high possibility of them being full. If you are coming by car, please be aware of this.

It is about a 15-minute walk from JR Kurashiki Station, so it is safer to use the parking lots around JR Kurashiki Station.

Participation Fee

Free
※Please bear the costs necessary for exploring the Bikan Historical Area yourself.

Capacity

30 people

Schedule

Time (Approx.)Content
2:00 PM - 3:00 PMIntroduction of spots previously introduced in Kuratoco
3:00 PM - 4:00 PMGroup activities by region, exploring shops and photo walks
4:00 PM - 5:00 PMGroup presentations of wonderful spots

How to Participate

If you wish to participate, please register using the following.

After completing the registration form (Peatix), on the day of the exchange meeting,

  • Display the ticket on your smartphone app screen
  • Show the printed paper with the QR code

Please present it at the reception.

Cancellation Policy

Due to system constraints, participants cannot cancel their registration themselves.

We apologize for the inconvenience, but please consult individually through Peatix.

Conclusion

Bikan Historical Area

Kurashiki Tocotoco was started by web writers and bloggers centered around Okayama and Kurashiki.

Recently, more models and photographers have been cooperating, and it has grown into a media created by everyone.

We would be happy if people who love the Bikan Historical Area, as well as those who think, "I want to help promote Kurashiki Tocotoco together!", could participate in the Kurashiki Tocotoco exchange meeting.

  • People who love the Bikan Historical Area
  • Writers and bloggers who want to share about the Bikan Historical Area
  • People who want to convey the charm of the Bikan Historical Area as models
  • People who love photography and want to take beautiful pictures of the Bikan Historical Area

Additionally, anyone interested in the Bikan Historical Area or Kurashiki Tocotoco, regardless of gender or age, is welcome.

You do not have to be a resident of Okayama Prefecture to join.

Please feel free to participate.

We deliver selected articles from Kurashiki Tocotoco via LINE

We deliver selected articles from Kurashiki Tocotoco via LINE
This article was written by a citizen writer
Yabuna and Yuricheru
Yabunao

Through various activities such as social media, blogs, YouTube, and event activities, I hope to contribute to promoting the charm of Kurashiki. I am currently active with my wife in modeling and PR assistance. I love the relaxed atmosphere of Okayama's moderately rural area.

Cooperation Agreements

Learn About the Area

For Those Who Wish to Work as Writers at Haretoco

Haretoco General Incorporated Association conducts activities such as training "citizen writers" who are responsible for disseminating local information.

Kurashiki Citizen Reporter Classroom
Takahashi River Basin Writer School

We support the growth of citizen writers through three steps: from "experience" to "full-scale activities" and "skill enhancement." For more details, please visit the course and seminar page.