Believe it or not, the city of Karakura Japan, located in the small nook of the Kohaku Mountain ranges is actually made up of twelve districts like many normal cities. These districts each have their own unique features and, key elements, some places are more frequented by the citizens then others, and some are defined by key landmarks. Places like the Ochiba Forest and the Karakura Plaza are some of their own stand alone. In this report I’ll be diving into each of these districts and mentioning something that stands out about them, if they’re popular places to visit and what to expect from many of these places.
The list of Karakura’s districts from the official documents of Karakura are;
The list of Karakura’s districts from the official documents of Karakura are;
- Karakura Plaza
- Karakura High School and Community College
- Business District (Park)
- Hokuseibu Karakura
- Seikatsu-Karakura
- Karakura Shopping District
- Motokawa-Karakura
- Kaigan-Karakura
- Kagoshima-Karakura
- Karakura Pier
- Itsbyoshi-Karakura
- Ochiba-Karakura
Many of the names which are labelling these areas are self explanatory, however there are a few that stand out, in the time of development over Karakura’s history there were some districts whose names developed a more modernised Western name to help with the confusion. These consisted of the Hokuseibu District nicknamed north-western Karakura, along with Seikatsu-Karakura and Kagoshima-Karakura districts being renamed after their original names (Sawagashīmichi-Karakura and Shizukanamichi-Karakura) being removed. Luckily the old documents still float around allowing me to get easy access into much of the important pieces of lore this city has.
Many names like Karakura Plaza and Karakura School and Community College are self-explanatory, but what really defines the difference between them all? Well I walked around Karakura for a little and asked a few questions, many of which were answered, but I’ll first go through the districts.
Karakura Plaza:
As said in the name, Karakura Plaza covers the main Plaza area of Karakura’s main city centre of sorts. This naturally is a gathering area for students and adults alike as it is between the school and main business park hosting most of the residents of Karakura’s citizens. The Plaza’s district range is signified by the light grey tone encompassing all four parks surrounding it and the two big ones directly opposite to the school. Located behind the Plaza is the Zikani Train Station, a fast and fun way to get around Karakura!
Karakura High School and Community College:
The name again is self-explanatory, this district or area of Karakura encompasses the whole school but for some reason not the dorms too. However the school is mainly used by students and teachers for, well, education. Mainly student dominated, the area breathes the idea of popularity and petty rivalries between students, teachers, sports teams and well anyone you find off the street you want to pick on. The school is the empire for the students and probably why I and other adults tend to avoid it.
Business District (Park):
Located behind the Plaza is the Business District or park depending who you are. It's the hub for businesses and home to a few shops such as Oto-Nashi, Mai-Yume and Kirei Hana. It also hosts the Mart tucked on the edge of the district and the Auction House located beside the Hospital. Then towards the opposite border of the district's region is the fabulous News Station. Most of the Business District is also a space where Karakuran’s call home with it boasting a huge ten sky-sc****rs offering students and adults alike residences, along with it also being the most built up part of Karakura.
Hokuseibu Karakura:
For once the Hokuseibu district does not have a self explanatory name. This district was originally known as North-West Karakura, because well it is. Hokuseibu hosts one residential building and a street of houses along with the lovely Jinsei Zen Garden overlooked by the Shinsei Seinaru Monastery and the Town Hall! … and uh, well the Powerplant but no one speaks of that place. Its range mainly takes up that top little corner of Karakura and most of the criminal action happens there and so does all the fancy Government activities. If you want to sue someone, get an ID or go visit a calming space to unwind after a day's work or even explore the history behind an abandoned power plant this district has it all!
Seikatsu-Karakura:
Seikatsu Karakura is another fun named one, this doesn’t give any real details of its location, however is fairly small. Seikatsu runs parallel to Hokuseibu’s strip of houses taking up the middle and closest to the shopping district of Karakura, along with also encompassing Bowling Alley. It's rather nice to wander down the district's roads and see the fun decorations and designs many of the houses boast during festive seasons like Christmas and Halloween… otherwise it's pretty boring.
Karakura Shopping District:
Karakura’s mall basically, Karakura Shopping District is rather a popular place for shopping as many of the stores are located here. If you wish to go on a romantic date, drink until you’re numb after a break up or feast until you’re sent home with a food coma the restaurants scattering the area are perfect. Shops like Seikatsu, La Casa Nostra and Tsuki-no-Umi are located here! Not into food though? Don’t worry along with these restaurants there's also a plethora of cute shops and gift stores to visit to get yourself up to date with the latest fashion trends and items that are designed and shipped in. Stores like Yona Yona, Higanbana and Yeobo are found here too! Or if you need to drop or pick up some money there is also the bank! Shopping District is also known as a bit of a high class prestigious area for the rich with penthouses located just about the Shinboshi Train Station. At the centre of the Shopping District is the beloved Eden tree, a space where most main events hosted by the city surround and a nice place to relax. It is also known to have some of the most close proximity and condensed living apartments in the city with the whole outer sky-sc****r wall having room for residents.
Motokawa-Karakura:
Probably the smaller district of the Motokawa region of Karakura is the street of houses bordered between the Shopping District and the School. The only thing of interest is the Family Store, a cheap and easily located corner store for quick back to school supplies, a small park as an entree for Shopping District called Shinjukeiro Park and also a rather small volleyball court that people can use if they’re too lazy to walk to the beach.
Kaigan-Karakura:
Kaigan-Karakura is another self explanatory name. For those unsure Kaigan is the name of the beach confined between the two mountains and is a nice stretch of sand for those who enjoy some sun and the beach, or are not perpetually petrified of the idea of water or drowning. The beach has some rather roomy beach-houses which can be rented by interested citizens, a torii-gate on the edge of a cliff looking out across the Karakuran ocean. Or maybe those aren’t your forte and you wish to verse your friends in a game of basketball tucked between the large rocks coating the coast or maybe use one of the three public courts to play beach volleyball against your friends! There is also the water park which never closes no matter the time of year which is a nice place to hang out with friends and have fun along. If you get off the sandy beaches and head towards the school you’ll find the Karakura Police Department, always on standby ready to accept a call and run to save the day. Any reports or if you need help you can go visit the PD and get some useful help. Along with that the district hosts a few small parks, residential buildings, houses, the aquarium, post office along with the real estate agent, and Henki-Do. The Kaigan beach is there for summer, offering nice towels, umbrellas and chairs you can use to spend time with your friends while taking a dip and praying something doesn’t get you. Or maybe to visit a friend in jail, file a report, grab something from your mail after doing some online shopping, seeing the fish or even going shopping for some new furniture or maybe a new home?
Kagoshima-Karakura:
A smaller section of Karakura, Kagoshima only covers the well known Sports Stadium or main event hall for Karakura. It also holds the Kagoshima Station and a few residence blocks for those who wish for ocean views, a few shops like Daisuki-Yohin along with Yakedo Amai and some nice places to hang out and look at fun bill-boards. One I believe depicts the famous School Principal Doug Brown!
Karakura Pier:
Getting to the end of the list now. The Karakura Pier is self-explanatory! I present the pier, home to many small shops like the small ice-cream stand Rotasu Music shop known for its one stop musical instrument place. Not just shopping is there on the pier, there is also a series of carnival rides that people can visit, the lovely fisherman who hangs out in his hut aiming to pay for your catches and many piers to hang out at. This region also includes the large light-house perched on the edge of Karakura’s beach warding boats off about the mountains and rocky shores around them.
Itsbyoshi-Karakura:
Some could say Itsbyoshi-Karakura is self-explanatory, but thats if you know who the Itsbyoshi Families are. This district holds the famous Akihito Estate and Saiky Estate. Located in this region are the School Sports dormitories, some residential blocks, the Itsbyoshi Station and the popular 11/7 and Furniture Store. For some reason too this District included the school sports dorms, the Itsbyoshi Abandoned Trail rumoured to be haunted by ghosts of those who used to live there, along with some residential blocks. Most of the space is known for the estates and the two small stores. Many people visit the furniture store and 11/7 when it opens to stock up on gas, meet up with friends before going into the forest or buying some new furniture for their new apartment!
Ochiba-Karakura:
The last District of Karakura, Ochiba-Karakura or more commonly known as the Ochiba Forest is the wilderness corner to the city. Tucked in the North-East corner of the Kohaku mountains is the forest section. Despite being an amazing camping space the forest is also known to be a key ticket to heading to the Shinsei Seinaru Monastery tucked up in the mountain. The Church is also located just on the border of the Shopping District and the forest itself. Maybe you need a break or want to go wandering, the forest offers a few trails up along the mountains and through its lush canopy if you like heights, if not you can spend time at the commonly used Fishing Pond where you can sell your catch to (name here). But do be warned not to go into the caves, there have always been bears in Karakura and it isn’t always safe to stick your head into a space you don’t recognise.
As said in the name, Karakura Plaza covers the main Plaza area of Karakura’s main city centre of sorts. This naturally is a gathering area for students and adults alike as it is between the school and main business park hosting most of the residents of Karakura’s citizens. The Plaza’s district range is signified by the light grey tone encompassing all four parks surrounding it and the two big ones directly opposite to the school. Located behind the Plaza is the Zikani Train Station, a fast and fun way to get around Karakura!
Karakura High School and Community College:
The name again is self-explanatory, this district or area of Karakura encompasses the whole school but for some reason not the dorms too. However the school is mainly used by students and teachers for, well, education. Mainly student dominated, the area breathes the idea of popularity and petty rivalries between students, teachers, sports teams and well anyone you find off the street you want to pick on. The school is the empire for the students and probably why I and other adults tend to avoid it.
Business District (Park):
Located behind the Plaza is the Business District or park depending who you are. It's the hub for businesses and home to a few shops such as Oto-Nashi, Mai-Yume and Kirei Hana. It also hosts the Mart tucked on the edge of the district and the Auction House located beside the Hospital. Then towards the opposite border of the district's region is the fabulous News Station. Most of the Business District is also a space where Karakuran’s call home with it boasting a huge ten sky-sc****rs offering students and adults alike residences, along with it also being the most built up part of Karakura.
Hokuseibu Karakura:
For once the Hokuseibu district does not have a self explanatory name. This district was originally known as North-West Karakura, because well it is. Hokuseibu hosts one residential building and a street of houses along with the lovely Jinsei Zen Garden overlooked by the Shinsei Seinaru Monastery and the Town Hall! … and uh, well the Powerplant but no one speaks of that place. Its range mainly takes up that top little corner of Karakura and most of the criminal action happens there and so does all the fancy Government activities. If you want to sue someone, get an ID or go visit a calming space to unwind after a day's work or even explore the history behind an abandoned power plant this district has it all!
Seikatsu-Karakura:
Seikatsu Karakura is another fun named one, this doesn’t give any real details of its location, however is fairly small. Seikatsu runs parallel to Hokuseibu’s strip of houses taking up the middle and closest to the shopping district of Karakura, along with also encompassing Bowling Alley. It's rather nice to wander down the district's roads and see the fun decorations and designs many of the houses boast during festive seasons like Christmas and Halloween… otherwise it's pretty boring.
Karakura Shopping District:
Karakura’s mall basically, Karakura Shopping District is rather a popular place for shopping as many of the stores are located here. If you wish to go on a romantic date, drink until you’re numb after a break up or feast until you’re sent home with a food coma the restaurants scattering the area are perfect. Shops like Seikatsu, La Casa Nostra and Tsuki-no-Umi are located here! Not into food though? Don’t worry along with these restaurants there's also a plethora of cute shops and gift stores to visit to get yourself up to date with the latest fashion trends and items that are designed and shipped in. Stores like Yona Yona, Higanbana and Yeobo are found here too! Or if you need to drop or pick up some money there is also the bank! Shopping District is also known as a bit of a high class prestigious area for the rich with penthouses located just about the Shinboshi Train Station. At the centre of the Shopping District is the beloved Eden tree, a space where most main events hosted by the city surround and a nice place to relax. It is also known to have some of the most close proximity and condensed living apartments in the city with the whole outer sky-sc****r wall having room for residents.
Motokawa-Karakura:
Probably the smaller district of the Motokawa region of Karakura is the street of houses bordered between the Shopping District and the School. The only thing of interest is the Family Store, a cheap and easily located corner store for quick back to school supplies, a small park as an entree for Shopping District called Shinjukeiro Park and also a rather small volleyball court that people can use if they’re too lazy to walk to the beach.
Kaigan-Karakura:
Kaigan-Karakura is another self explanatory name. For those unsure Kaigan is the name of the beach confined between the two mountains and is a nice stretch of sand for those who enjoy some sun and the beach, or are not perpetually petrified of the idea of water or drowning. The beach has some rather roomy beach-houses which can be rented by interested citizens, a torii-gate on the edge of a cliff looking out across the Karakuran ocean. Or maybe those aren’t your forte and you wish to verse your friends in a game of basketball tucked between the large rocks coating the coast or maybe use one of the three public courts to play beach volleyball against your friends! There is also the water park which never closes no matter the time of year which is a nice place to hang out with friends and have fun along. If you get off the sandy beaches and head towards the school you’ll find the Karakura Police Department, always on standby ready to accept a call and run to save the day. Any reports or if you need help you can go visit the PD and get some useful help. Along with that the district hosts a few small parks, residential buildings, houses, the aquarium, post office along with the real estate agent, and Henki-Do. The Kaigan beach is there for summer, offering nice towels, umbrellas and chairs you can use to spend time with your friends while taking a dip and praying something doesn’t get you. Or maybe to visit a friend in jail, file a report, grab something from your mail after doing some online shopping, seeing the fish or even going shopping for some new furniture or maybe a new home?
Kagoshima-Karakura:
A smaller section of Karakura, Kagoshima only covers the well known Sports Stadium or main event hall for Karakura. It also holds the Kagoshima Station and a few residence blocks for those who wish for ocean views, a few shops like Daisuki-Yohin along with Yakedo Amai and some nice places to hang out and look at fun bill-boards. One I believe depicts the famous School Principal Doug Brown!
Karakura Pier:
Getting to the end of the list now. The Karakura Pier is self-explanatory! I present the pier, home to many small shops like the small ice-cream stand Rotasu Music shop known for its one stop musical instrument place. Not just shopping is there on the pier, there is also a series of carnival rides that people can visit, the lovely fisherman who hangs out in his hut aiming to pay for your catches and many piers to hang out at. This region also includes the large light-house perched on the edge of Karakura’s beach warding boats off about the mountains and rocky shores around them.
Itsbyoshi-Karakura:
Some could say Itsbyoshi-Karakura is self-explanatory, but thats if you know who the Itsbyoshi Families are. This district holds the famous Akihito Estate and Saiky Estate. Located in this region are the School Sports dormitories, some residential blocks, the Itsbyoshi Station and the popular 11/7 and Furniture Store. For some reason too this District included the school sports dorms, the Itsbyoshi Abandoned Trail rumoured to be haunted by ghosts of those who used to live there, along with some residential blocks. Most of the space is known for the estates and the two small stores. Many people visit the furniture store and 11/7 when it opens to stock up on gas, meet up with friends before going into the forest or buying some new furniture for their new apartment!
Ochiba-Karakura:
The last District of Karakura, Ochiba-Karakura or more commonly known as the Ochiba Forest is the wilderness corner to the city. Tucked in the North-East corner of the Kohaku mountains is the forest section. Despite being an amazing camping space the forest is also known to be a key ticket to heading to the Shinsei Seinaru Monastery tucked up in the mountain. The Church is also located just on the border of the Shopping District and the forest itself. Maybe you need a break or want to go wandering, the forest offers a few trails up along the mountains and through its lush canopy if you like heights, if not you can spend time at the commonly used Fishing Pond where you can sell your catch to (name here). But do be warned not to go into the caves, there have always been bears in Karakura and it isn’t always safe to stick your head into a space you don’t recognise.
For such a small city Karakura offers a lot throughout its small divided districts. Some places hold more important features while others end up just being mainly compact residential areas. However Karakura’s twelve districts are all unique from each other, some more built up than others.This then determines how the citizens use them depending on their home residence or where they like to hang out. For such a small city there is quite a lot to offer across its twelve districts.
Curious to learn more? Check out this website showing the Geography of Karakura; https://schoolrp.net/threads/lore-the-districts-roads-and-landmarks-of-karakura.54367/
All photos taken by @koizumisaiky.
Curious to learn more? Check out this website showing the Geography of Karakura; https://schoolrp.net/threads/lore-the-districts-roads-and-landmarks-of-karakura.54367/
All photos taken by @koizumisaiky.
