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Kofukuji
Overview Kofukuji (興福寺) is located in Tera-machi of Nagasaki city. It was built in 1624 and is the oldest Obaku temple in Japan. The Obaku-shu is one of 3 schools of zen in Japanese buddhism, started in the Edo period…
Fukuoka Zoo & Botanical Garden
Overview Located in the center of Fukuoka City and easily accessible by public transportation, this zoo and botanical garden is popular for its behavioral exhibits that allow visitors to observe the true ecology of animals up close, such as the…
Takachiho
Overview Takachiho is one of Japan’s representative scenic spots, designated as a national scenic natural monument in 1934 as the Gokase River Gorge. It is known for the unique beauty of the valley formed by columnar joints, including Manai Falls,…
Kankyo Geijitsu Forest
Overview This garden rests in the hills of Mt. Sakurei. Using the scenery as his canvas, the caretaker of the garden uses the rocks, earth and trees to paint a beautiful picture of a revived Mother Nature. Come to experience…
Yamaga Garden Lantern Festival
Overview Yamaga Garden Lantern Festival (山鹿灯籠まつり) is a festival of the Omiya Shrine, located in Yamaga Onsen in Kumamoto. The festival is held annually from August 15th to 17th. It is one of Kumamoto prefecture’s representative annual events. Women in…
Daikanbo & Milk Road
Overview Daikanbo (大観峰) is a mountain located in Aso City of Kumamoto prefecture. Its elevation is 935.9 meters above sea level. Daikanbo is the best view spot in Aso City where you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the…
Kumamoto Castle
Overview Kumamoto Castle (熊本城) is located in Chuo-ku of Kumamoto City. It is one of the three best castles in Japan. Therefore, it is a historical site very much worth seeing in Kumamoto. The castle was built over a period…
