The reason the Yumiko Igarashi Museum was opened in Kurashiki was because it was influenced by the atmosphere and culture of Kurashiki's Bikan Historical Quarter, and had an atmosphere that was similar to that of Igarashi's hometown of Asahikawa, Hokkaido.

While you can't see the original Candy Candy drawings, you can experience being a princess at "Café Princess," where you can experience the world of the manga, and by dressing up as a princess and having your photo taken.