Hakata-za is the theater for Kabuki plays and is located in the Hakata Riverain in Nakasu It was originally constructed in 1996.     Kabuki is one of Japanese traditional stage arts along with Nho, Kyogen and Bunraku. It is said to have originated in Kyoto with a woman named Okuni at the beginning of the 17th century. However, it is now performed only by male actors, so it amazing that the very first performance was by a woman.    

Hakata-za…の続きを読む

  Sengan-en is the most famous garden in Kagoshima-ken, made by Shimazu lord in the 19th century at the beautiful bay side Kinko bay. The garden contains many historic artifact that tell of its long history.          Mount Sakurajima         Sengan-en garden      Sengan-en garden            Shimazu residence           Open corridor                          Pond                     Alcove             Dining room              Armour and helmet    World Heritage, Meiji Japan’s Industrial Revolution   Shoko Shuseikan Modern Industrial Complex. The museum of the Classics located here exhibits a various of objects related to the Shimazu family and the Satsuma domain, introducing a Shimazu family tree chart and many other belongings.                World Heritage              Shoko Shuseikan      Shoko Shuseikan entrance   The stone building which houses the collection has been designated on the World Heritage,  Meiji Japan’s Industrial Revolution.  Reflectance furnace foundation   Base of Reflectance   furnace           Reflectance furnace    

Sengan-en…の続きを読む

  Sakura-jima Ferry connects Kagoshima-city and Sakura-jima Island in 15 minutes and  is operated for 24 hours.           Kagoshima port         To Sakura-jima Island        Sakura-jima Port   ・Fare for an adult is 160 yen ・Fare for a vehicle is 880 yen (less than 3 m length) ・Phone: 099-293-2525     Journey to Sakura-jima Island     Kagoshima Port     Depart     Kagoshima Aquarium         To Sakura-jima Island          Sakura-jima Port      Sakura-jima Port           Sakura-jima Island  

Sakura-jima Ferry…の続きを読む

  The Takachiho Gorge is a narrow chasm carved through rock by the Gokase River. Its nearly sheer cliffs are made of slow-forming volcanic basalt columns, which resemble dragon scales where the stone twisted and flowed during its formation. Visitors can enjoy the gorge from two perspectives. The first is from below by rowing a boat down the river. Rental boats are available at the south end of the gorge, where the water is calm and easy to navigate.     Exploring Takachiho Gorge There are two perspectives from which to enjoy the gorge. The first is from below, by rowing a boat along the river. Rental boats are available at the south end of the gorge, where the water is calm and easy to navigate. This highly recommended route offers a breathtaking close-up view of the sheer cliffs and the majestic waterfall.         Takachiho Gorge boat riding The most recommended activity at Takachiho Gorge is exploring the river by rental boat. The chance to see majestic waterfalls and unique columnar joints together in one place is truly rare in the world. We invite you to enjoy this breathtaking view from the water.        

Takachiho Gorge…の続きを読む

  The most popular pubulic bath in Beppu. You can enjoy various type of Onsen including the sand bath. Hyotan Onsen is a public bath where is located in Kannawa district in Beppu.     There are Outdoor bathes, Hyotan bath, Waterfall bath, Steam bath and Sand bath. You can also enjoy meals at the restaurant; local specialty cuisine Dangojiru, or food steamed with the steam from hot spring. The waters of this Onsen contain sodium chloride which is effective for  neuralgia and women’s diseases.    

Hyotan Onsen, sand bath…の続きを読む

  We are a travel agency in Fukuoka specializing in Kyushu, Japan. This information is provided by Japan KYUSHU Tourist to support your journey.                                    Shitan-yu is the old public outdoor bath with a thatched roof beside Kinrinko lake. The bathing here is mixed, as baths often were before the arrival, during the Meiji period (1869 – 1912), of American and Europeans who shames the Japanese into segregating their baths.     Around Shitan-yu         Kinrinko lake      Coffee restaurant      Floral Village  

Shitan-yu…の続きを読む

  Marizon is a complex facility for the wedding hall, shops and restaurants and is located in Seaside Momochi Park.            

Marizon…の続きを読む

  Yanagawa Canal boat cruise is to board a small boat called the Donkobune and slowly go down the river skillfully maneuvered by a boatman with bamboo pole.  You will enjoy a leisurely cruise along the streets and houses which still retain some remnants of castle town, hearing the boatman’s explanation of the history and landscape of Yanagawa.  You can also enjoy the specialty of Yanagawa eel steamed in basket called “Unagi-no-seiromushi” on the boat.        

Yanagawa Canal boat cruise…の続きを読む

  Peace Fountain reminds us of the tragic scene unfolded shortly after America dropped the Atomic Bomb on Nagasaki at 11:02 am on Aug. 09, 1945. With the completion of the Peace Fountain on Aug. 3, 1969, a monument inscribed with an epitaph was constructed. Many people were burned deeply and died, crying and groaning for water. When people recovered their peaceful life in 1965, a campaign for a Peace Fountain was launched.   Recorded on the monument are the name of the founder including the People’s Congress for Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and Promotion of Peace and the Committee for the Construction of the Peace Fountain.        

Peace Fountain at Peace Park…の続きを読む

  Listed on National Scenic Landmark.  Built in 1697 as the villa of the Fourth Lord Tachibana Akitora.  At that time the region was called Hanabatake (Field of flower), so the villa was  named Ohana or Flower. The garden itself spread out over 3300 square meters and is laid out in such a way as to evoke the image of Matsushima in Sendai. It was extensively renovated in 1908 to 1910.     There are around 280 pines within the garden 1500 stones and 14 stone lanterns. From October to March the pond is host to a flock of wild ducks.        

Ohana and Shotoen Garden…の続きを読む