“Uminonakamichi Seaside Park” is packed with all kinds of leisure facilities, from the large grass square to the aquarium and the zoo. Because there is a vast site area and a variety of facilities, there are various ways to enjoy according to the people, the season, and the purpose to go with. Uminonakamichi Seaside Park is located in the sand-like topography "Uminonakamichi" … [Read more...] about Uminonakamichi Seaside Park, Fukuoka
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Hakata Dontaku Festival, Fukuoka
"Hakata Dontaku Festival" is a hot festival that brings the whole city together. The "Hakata Dontaku Festival" is a festival that is held every year in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, and is a popular historical festival that attracts many people from outside the prefecture. "Dontaku" is a Dutch word "Zondag" that means a holiday meaning Japanese language. It has a tradition … [Read more...] about Hakata Dontaku Festival, Fukuoka
Maizuru Koen Park, Fukuoka
Fukuoka Tenjin, the center of Fukuoka. It is known as the biggest city in western Japan. There are many department stores and commercial buildings in front of Tenjin station, and many people visit regardless of age and sex. Fukuoka Tenjin can be said to be such a big city, but there is a huge section where you can enjoy nature and history in the immediate side. This block, … [Read more...] about Maizuru Koen Park, Fukuoka
Itoshima, Fukuoka
Itoshima is a peninsula located in the northwestern part of Fukuoka prefecture. Although it is easy to be misunderstood from the name, Itoshima is not the island but the name of the city. While it is only 30 minutes by car from the center of Fukuoka city, the Itoshima Peninsula facing the Genkai-Nada Sea has a beautiful coastline and rich nature spreads. There are many things … [Read more...] about Itoshima, Fukuoka
Dazaifu Tenmangu (Shrine), Fukuoka
Speaking of Fukuoka's sightseeing spots, “Dazaifu” always comes out even among the many sightseeing spots. Access from the city center is also good, and the attractions are gathered compactly, so it is perfect for day trips. "Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine" where the famous Sugawara no Michizane is enshrined as "academic god" is a popular spot in Fukuoka sightseeing. While being a … [Read more...] about Dazaifu Tenmangu (Shrine), Fukuoka
Tobata Gion Oyamagasa, Fukuoka
Kitakyushu city is a festival city. In summer, a big festival called "Gion" will be held in more than 20 places in the city. Among them, "Tobata Gion Oyamagasa" which is most popular among citizens is held in Tobata-ku. It is a festival that can be said as a pride and treasure of Kitakyushu, which was also registered as World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 2016. "Tobata Gion … [Read more...] about Tobata Gion Oyamagasa, Fukuoka