Usa & Ajimu travel guide
Usa area including Ajimu are located at the base of Kunisaki peninsula and spreading
around Usa Shrine.
Since ancient time the Kunisaki peninsula has been home of Kyushu’s prominent Usa Shrine,
influencing the surrounding hills and valleys with Buddhist culture. Although this is a Shinto shrine,
it has long been holy ground to both Shinto and Buddhist activities, and the Kunisaki Mountains
and valleys were often chosen by monks as practice ground for meditation.
Exploring Usa & Ajimu
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Torii Gate |
Approach to Shrine |
Shrine main building |
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Winery |
Wines |
Tasting the wines |
Scenic beauty
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Sen Cliffs |
Higashi-shiya Waterfall |
Suzai Waterfall |
Cool Japan
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Fukami Five Story Pagoda |
Trowel Painting |
Trowel Painting |
Futaba-no-sato Museum, Sumo Grand Champion Futabayama Museum
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Senzai Farm Garden
250 wisteria flowers bloom at the most largest garden in Kyushu, 200 roses bloom from May
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Wisteria flower |
Tea Plantation |
Rose Garden |
Featured tours related to Usa and Ajimu
・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour
Location of Usa & Ajimu
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Fukuoka private tours
Fukuoka-prefecture only in Japan is selected by
CNN Travel as one of the top 19 places to visit in 2019
We offer private tours in Fukuoka-prefecture, and also the following destinations
around Fukuoka-prefecture.
Nagasaki, Shimabara, Unzen, Kumamoto, Aso, Takachiho, Beppu, Yufuin, Usa,
Kunisaki peninsula, Saga–prefecture
Fukuoka-prefecture
Fukuoka is the largest prefecture in Kyushu and has gate way from other area in Japan
and Overseas countries and the starting point of journey to any destinations in Kyushu.
The prefecture only in Japan isselected by CNN Travel as one of the top 19 places to visit in 2019
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Fukuoka-city is the Heart of Kyushu. this tour introduce historical places and local traditionalareas. |
Yanagawa is a Castle town with beautiful canal facing to Ariake bay. Dazaifu is must visit place in Fukuoka–prefecture has 1300 years history |
Itoshima is a resort town near Fukuoka-city . Beautiful dynamic Genkai Sea, seafood gourmet, local products shopping, Sake brewery |
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UNESCO World Heritage sites in Munakata and Fukutsu. Discover Japanese history from ancient time |
UNESCO World Heritage sites in Munakata and Oshima Island. Worship the Sacred Island from Okinoshima Island |
Agricultural industries spreading in the Chikugo plain; beautiful rural landscape, fruit picking, Sake brewery, Onsen |
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The Hinadoll festival is a traditional Japanese event that announces the arrival of spring.
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Kurume, Yame, Hoshino village Located in the southern part of Fukuoka-prefecture |
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World leading Environmental Future city, and blessed with spectacular & stunning nature |
The tour is operated during Kawachi Wisteria blossom period from mid-April to mid-May |
Abundant hiking opportunities in the beautiful nature of |
Saga-prefecture
Saga-prefecture is located in the northern part of Kyushu and are adjacent to Fukuoka-prefecture
in the east and to Nagasaki-prefecture in the west.
The north side faces Genkai Quasi-National Park with scenic coast line. In the south, the Saga
plain that is adjacent to Ariake Sea is spreading.
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The capital of Saga–prefecture One of the birth place of Japanese Industrial modernization |
Onsen Resort Takeo. Yutoku is one of the most famous Inari shrines in Japan
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Karatsu is a castle town. Yobuko is a fishing port town; morning market and fresh squid cuisine are famous |
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towns with 400 years history. Both places have different feature of porcelain respectively. |
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Nagasaki-prefecture
Nagasaki-prefecture is located north-west side of Kyushu and borders Saga-prefecture
on the east, and is otherwise surrounded by Seas.
It also includes a large number of islands such as Tsushima and Iki. Most of the prefecture is
near the coast and there are a number of ports such as Nagasaki-city and a United States Navy
base at Sasebo-city.
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Centred on Nagasaki harbour, greatly contributed to Japan’s modernization since establishment of Dejima |
To show how Christians have been continued their faith since Christianity was propagated to Japan |
Introduce the Christian faith continued even during the ban on Christianity |
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Nagasaki / UNESCO Industrial Revolution one-day tour |
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The origin of Japan’s modernization. Nagasaki contributed for Shipbuilding and Coal Mining |
Main tourist destinations in Shmabara peninsula. Shimabara is facing Sea and has UNESCO World Heritage sites. Unzen is a beautiful highland Onsen Resort |
The town surrounded azure sea with breathtaking 99 islands scenery, and beautiful theme park Huis Ten Bosch |
Oita-prefecture
Oita-prefecture is on the north-eastern section of Kyushu and is bordered by Miyazaki-prefecture
to the south, and Fukuoka-prefecture and Kumamoto-prefecture to the west.
The prefecture is a representative Onsen Resort area in Japan, and most recommended Onsen
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Two major Onsen Resorts in Oita-prefecture, Yufuin is a . beautiful & tranqil Onsen and Beppu is one of the most famous Onsen in Japan |
Tranquil country side spreading around Usa Shrine that one of the most beautiful shrine in Japan |
Kumamoto & Miyazaki-prefecture
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Major toursit destination in Central Kyushu; Kumamoto–city |
Takachiho offers the dynamic nature of Takachiho Gorge, and the roots of Japanese culture in the birth place of Japanese mythology |
Introduce Japanese Christianity history of continuing faith while coexisting with Japanese traditional religion |
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The large scale of the Dynamic Nature which cannot be seen in no other area in Japan. |
The city of Kitakyushu is the birthplace of the modern Japanese steel industry which began
operation in 1901, and is now the world’s leading environmental future city.
Now it is called industrial and environmental city which is representative of Japan.
Therefore the various things can be learn here.
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Oita-prefcture travel guide
Oita-prefecture is on the north-eastern section of Kyushu.
It is bordered by Miyazaki-prefecture to the south, and Fukuoka-prefecture and
Kumamoto-prefecture to the west.
The prefecture is a representative Onsen Resort area in Japan, total boasting
hot spring sources and hot spring flowing volume are both Japan’s largest.
Most recommended Onsen Resorts are Beppu and Yufuin.
Where to Explore
Onsen Resort where the largest hot spring yield in Japan
The popular hot spring town nestle at the foot of volcanos, Mt. Yufu and Mt. Tsurumi.
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A beautiful and tranquil Onsen Resort
Yufuin is located about 15 km west of Beppu and is spreading in the Yufu basin
at the mountain foot of Yufu.
Onsen Resort life can be enjoyed at the beautiful and tranquil place harmonized with
nature in the basin of mountain hill area.
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Nature-blessed region at Ono River basin, the northern part is surrounded by
Aso & Kuju Mountains.
Okubungo consists of Takada, Kuju, Kusu,Kokonoe, Bungo-ono and Ogata.
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Located at the base of Kunisaki peninsula and spreading around Usa Shrine.
Since ancient time the Kunisaki peninsula has been home of Kyushu’s prominent Usa Shrine,
influencing the surrounding hills and valleys with Buddhist culture. Although this is a Shinto shrine,
it has long been holy ground to both Shinto and Buddhist activities, and the Kunisaki Mountains
and valleys were often chosen by monks as practice ground for meditation.
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Rural area centered on mount Futago, pilgrimage, trekking, onsen, local cuisines can
be enjoyed. Kunisaki peninsula began to develop 1,300 years ago as a sacred religious ground influenced by mountain and nature worship, Buddhism, and
Usa shrine rising in the region.
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A small city on the north coast of Oita-prefecture, just east of its border with Fukuoka-prefecture.
During the Edo Period of Japanese history, Nakatsu was a mid-sized domain, and the
town itself has recently expanded to include outlying towns and districts and now comprises
almost 500 square kilometers with a population of almost 85,000.
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Featured tours
・ Yufuin & Beppu Onsen 2 days tour
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Usa & Kunisaki peninsula one-day tour
Usa including Ajimu & Kunisaki peninsula is located Eastern part of Oita-prefacture
If you want to meet real Japan and Cool Japan, we really recommend to visit this region.
You can feel Japanese mind in the Japan’s local landscape.
And also you can enjoy many type of local Cuisines and local specialties.
Since ancient time the Kunisaki peninsula has been home of Kyushu’s prominent Usa Shrine,
influencing the surrounding hills and valleys with Buddhist culture. Although this is a Shinto shrine,
it has long been holy ground to both Shinto and Buddhist activities, and the Kunisaki Mountains
and valleys were often chosen by monks as practice ground for meditation.
Tour condition
Start and end of the tour is Fukuoka-city
English speaking guide : local experienced and knowledgeable guidese escorts the tour
Chartered vehicle is utilizes : jumbo taxi or bus as per number of pax
Itinerary
8:00 Depart Fukuoka-city
Transfer to Usa using Kyushu highway and Higashi-Kyushu highway, 2hours & 15minutes
Exploring Usa Shrine
Transfer to Kunisaki Peninsula
Exploing Bungotakada Showano Machi
Lunch at Featured Restaurant Fukinoto
Exploring Kunisaki Paninsukala; Fuki-ji temple, Maki odo, Onieno sato
Transfer to Fukuoka using Higashi-Kyushu highway and Kyushu highway, 2hours & 30mimutes
17:30 Arrive at Fukuoka-city
Note : Any other places can be arranged considering season or your preferences.
Where to explore
One of the most beautiful Shrine in Japan, and is the head shrine of Hachiman Shrine that
is composed 44,000 shrines that dedicated to the Hachiman Deity.
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Torii Gate, entrance to the Shrine |
Approach to Shrine |
Shrine main building |
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Located in Ajimu basin |
Variety of domestic and imported Wines |
Enjoy tasting of sample wines |
Showa is the era that lasted till about 30 years ago in Japanese history, Bungo Takada was
the most prosperous in Kunisaki Peninsula for over 300 years from the Edo period up to 1900.
Here remains various old structures and remnants of regional Japanese.
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Shopping street |
Red post |
Showa Roman Gura |
The temple is a Tendai Buddhist temple located on the slopes of Mount Futago. The temple was
established in 718 and the temple building is the oldest extant wooden structure in Kyushu
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Entrance of the Temple |
Stone lantern |
The oldest Temple building |
Located in the precincts of Fuku-ji temple, the local cuisines can be enjoyed such as Bungo beef,
Dangojiru, Soba noddle as well as Special meals used locally harvested ingredients.
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Welcome to Fukinoto |
Japanese style restaurant |
Soda noddle making experience |
The resort park features a beach, a campsite, restaurant and more. The entire premises gets
painted beautifully with colors of each and every seasonal flower in season.
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Beach |
Seasonal flower premises |
Sunflower |
Hewn in a rock Mt. Tahara are two of largest Buddhist stone carvings in all Japan. A Fudo-myu-o
8 meter in heigt and Dainich-nyurai 6.8 meter height. Said to have been carved in the Heian period,
they have received government designation as Important Cultural Properties.
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Entrance |
Daiichi nyorai |
Fudo myoou |
The temple houses nine Buddhists images said to be masterpieces of the Heian period,
including the Maki-Odo Seated Amida Nyorai (Amitabha). Figure and statues of the Four Devas.
All are designated as important national cultural properties.
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This district was once considered the most important estate of Usa Shrine. It has been ascertained
from ancient documents that the rural landscape seen today has remained unchanged since Heian
period. Now included this are, Kunisaki peninsula is listed on the World Agricultural Heritage.
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World Agricultural Heritage |
Paddy field |
Farmers houses |
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Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail at info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897, Fax : +81-93-521-8898
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Usa Shrine
One of the most beautiful Shrine in Japan
The head shrine of Hachiman Shrine that is composed 44,000 shrines that dedicated to
the Hachiman Deity.
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Exploring the shrine
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Main gate, Torii |
2nd gate, Torii |
Chozusha, purification place |
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Chozusha, purification place |
To purify |
Dedication of Sake |
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Approach to the Shrine |
Shrine Gate |
Hachiman Deity |
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Lantern |
Gourd for good fortune |
Omikuji, Fortune telling paper |
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Shrine main building |
Sacred tree |
Lantern for Hachiman Deity |
General information
| Address | 2859 Minami-Usa, Usa-city, Oita-prefecture |
| Access |
50 minutes by a vehicle from JR Beppu 50 minutes by a vehicle from Yufuin 15 minutes by a vehicle from Bungo-takada-city 40 minutes by a vehicle from Nakatsu-city 80 minutes by a vehicle from Kitakyushu-city 110 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city |
| Open hours |
April to September : 5:30 to 21:00 October to March : 6:00 to 21:00 except for January 1 to 3 |
| Admission fee |
No fee is required |
| Days closed | No closing days |
Should you need further information please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail at info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897, Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
Ajimu Winery
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The winery brews full-bodied wines using only grapes produced in Oita Prefecture.
Created based on the image of a winery set amid a forest, the grounds
include a distillery, storehouse, vineyards, and shop.
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Ajimu Winery is striving to further improve research on cultivation of new grape varieties and
distilling technologies with the aim of becoming one of the best wineries in Japan.
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General information
| Address | 798 Shimoge, Ajimu, Usa-city, Oita-prefecture |
| Access |
40 minutes by a vehicle from JR Usa station 40 minutes by a vehicle from Beppu 30 minutes by a vehicle from Yufuin 40 minutes by a vehicle from Bungo-takada-city 50 minutes by a vehicle from Nakatsu-city 80 minutes by a vehicle from Kitakyushu-city 120 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city |
| Open hours |
9:00 to 16:00 |
| Admission fee |
No fee is required |
| Days closed | Tuesday, New year holidays |
Should you need further information please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail at info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897, Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture