Yaki Udon originated in Kokura, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, at a restaurant called “Darumado. The story dates back to 1945, right after World War II. During a severe food shortage, the owner struggl …

Yaki Udon…の続きを読む

  Soba are Japanese noodles made from buckwheat flour. They have a unique nutty flavor and are usually served either chilled with a dipping sauce or in a hot broth.   There are two main types based on the ratio …

Soba…の続きを読む

  A theme park dedicated to the various Sanrio characters including Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll and My Melody. Harmonyland is located in Hiji, Oita Prefecture, approximately a 30minutes drive from JR Beppu Station.   & …

Sanrio Harmoneyland…の続きを読む

  The Sueyama Shrine is located in Arita Town, Nishimatsuura District. Feature of the Shrine is Shrine gate made by porcelain, and usually the Shrine gate are made of stone or wood.   It is dedicated to Emperor …

Sueyama Shrine in Arita…の続きを読む

  The Shimenawa is the biggest in Japan. Surprisingly, weight is 3ton, with 2.6m diameter and 11m length. Shimenawa is the thick, twisted, straw rope. It was believed in ancient days that a Shimenawa had the power t …

Miyajidake Shrine…の続きを読む

  The shrine is designated as the special government shrine. The shrine dedicated to Naomasa Nabeshima, who oversaw the manufacture of Japan’s first modern Cannon. A New Year event in which a canon is shot for celeb …

Saga Shrine…の続きを読む

  Karatsu Castle is called Dancing Crane Castle.  Karatsu Castle was built in 1608. This castle is located facing the sea and is situated in the northern part of Karatsu-city.     It resembles the figure o …

Karatsu Castle…の続きを読む

  Ryugu Shrine is located at Nagasaki-bana Cape, the southernmost point of Satsuma peninsula. Nagasaki-bana Cape is said to be the birthplace of the legend of Urashima Taro who saved a turtle, it took him to Ryugu-j …

Ryugu Shrine…の続きを読む

  Karatsu and Yobuko, located on the Higashi Matsuura Peninsula in the north-western part of Saga-prefecture, have been prosperous from ancient times as an important point for trade with Mainland China. Karatsu is a …

Karatsu & Yobuko travel guide…の続きを読む

  Kashima is located about 60 kilometers southwest of Saga-city. It borders the Ariake Sea to the east and Nagasaki Prefecture to the southwest. Feature sightseeing spot is Yutoku Inari Shrine and also Sake brewery …

Kashima & Tara travel guide…の続きを読む