Yamatai-koku is a vassal state which is mentioned in Gishiwajinden ('Worenchuan' [the account of the people of 'Wa'] in "Wei chih" [The History of the Wei Dynasty]). When the village as described in it was excavated in "Yoshinogari Iseki" (Yoshinogari Ruins), the whole country became a fuss about this topic. There is a country here for a long period from the 3rd century BC to … [Read more...] about Yoshinogari Iseki (Yoshinogari Ruins), Saga
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Hamanoura no Tanada, Saga
Saga Prefecture and Nagasaki Prefecture in Kyushu have "tanada" (terraced paddy field) shooting spots along the coast, making it a popular destination for not only photographers but also tourists. Especially famous is "Hamanoura no Tanada", which is well-accessed from Fukuoka, and you can enjoy the superb view from the well-maintained observation deck. Hamanoura no Tanada is … [Read more...] about Hamanoura no Tanada, Saga
Imari Tontenton Matsuri Festival, Saga
Imari City is a city located on the west side of Saga Prefecture and is famous for its Imari-yaki (Imari ware). At Ohkawachiyama, which is the center of Imari ware and boasts a 300-year history, you can experience the history and culture of Imari through painting experiences at the “Imari and Arita Yaki Traditional Industry Hall” and the “Silk Road of the Sea”. Furthermore, … [Read more...] about Imari Tontenton Matsuri Festival, Saga
Yutoku Inari Jinja Shrine, Saga
"Yutoku Inari Jinja Shrine" is a shrine located in Kashima City, Saga Prefecture, also known as "Chinzei-Nikko" (Nikko Toshogu Shrine in Kyushu). It is a venerable place that is said to be the Three Major Inari Shrines of Japan together with Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kasama Inari shrine. It is famous as sacred spot, in Kyushu it is a shrine with many worshipers following Dazaifu … [Read more...] about Yutoku Inari Jinja Shrine, Saga