Kora Taisha Shrine is located in Kurume, Fukuoka-prefecture and stand at the middle of Kora Mountain.  The largest Shrine in Kyushu. The shrine is specified as Ichino-miya or the representative Shrine in Chikugo region.  The Shrine was built in 1661 and has been designated as important Cultural Property in Japan.   From the Shrine compound, breath taking magnificent view of Chikugo plain can be seen.

Kora Taisha Shrine, in Kurume…の続きを読む

  Coffee break under the traditional atmosphere. The restaurant was designed by renown architecture designer Kengo Kuma in 2011. The concept of the design is Harmony of Modern and traditional by natural material; 2000 cedar timber is assembled in a traditional wood structure without using nails. Enjoy the luxurious time in the warmth of wood and the scent of coffee.

Starbucks at Dazaifu Shrine approach pat…の続きを読む