The Shrine of Karatsu Kunchi. It is a Shinto shrine located about 1 km west of Karatsu Castle and the original shrine was founded in 755. In 1819, a man dedicated a beautiful and large papier-mache red lion statue to this shrine.     He travelled Ise Shrine, visit Kyoto on the way home, and saw Gion Festival. And he impressed by the sight of beautiful floats, so he and his friends created such statue.     The statue was paraded at the annual festival of this shrine, and it has developed into the festival “Karatsu Kunchi”.  From November 2nd to 4th, Karatsu Kunchi is held every year.    

Karatsu Shrine…の続きを読む

  Panoramic view of Karatsu Castle, Karatsu bay and Nijino-matsubara.  The height is 284 metre from sea level and top of the mountain is flat and wide geographical feature.     The area is famous for cherry blossom and azalea flower in spring season. Magnificent and panoramic view of the Karatsu Castle, Karatsu bay and Nijino-matsubara (Rainbow pine forest) from the observatory on the summit can be enjoyed.      

Kagamiyama Mountain…の続きを読む

  Fishing industry town famous for Squid and Morning Market called Asaichi. Yobuko is located northern tip of Saga-prefecture and is facing to Genkai-nada Sea.     Famous for fresh Squid, transparent in body and firm in texture. The squid has a sweetness that melt upon the tongue. In the finely crafted style of sashimi known as Ikezukuri, the flesh of still-living seafood is served.     Fishery Morning Market called Asaichi Asaichi opens from 7:30 to 12:00, every day at just next to Yobuko Port. The street of 200 m borrowed from the eaves of the shopping street is named “Asaichi Street”.   A lot of places were as a Shooting location of Thailand drama.      

Yobuko…の続きを読む

  Lovers’ sanctuary Cape. The main attractions of Cape Hado are the heart-shaped monument, underwater observation tower, and the sunset. It is frequented by young couples who take photos in front of the heart monument, and also by families who hang out at the wide, beautiful grasslands by the sea.        

Hado-misaki Cape…の続きを読む

  Fishery morning market called Asaichi.  Asaichi opens from 7:30 to 12:00, every day at just next to Yobuko Port. The street of 200 m borrowed from the eaves of the shopping street is named “Asaichi Street”.     50 to 70 stalls selling fresh vegetables, fish and shellfishes, and fruits line up. Morning market BBQ is also going on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.      

Yobuko Asaichi…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 of a bird with its wings spread wide as there is a pine grove extending left to right and because its donjon is thought to look like the head of a crane.     In spring, the 500 cherry trees and the Wisteria flowers in Karatsu, designated a product of nature by the city, are in full bloom.        

Karatsu Castle…の続きを読む

  This Tourist information is created by Japan KYUSHU Tourist for enjoyment of your travel. We are a Travel Agent in Fukuoka specializing in Kyushu. When you have an idea or a plan for traveling in Kyushu, Japan, please contact us by sending an Enquiry.                                                 Make an Enquiry     The best driving area. The beautiful scenery of Aso Kuju National Park can be enjoyed. The Handa kogen Plateau is located in the southern part of Kokonoe-cho, Kusu-gun.     Altitude is 800 to 1,200 m. By the opening of the Yamanami Highway in 1964, the area became a nice sightseeing spot connected to Beppu Onsen and Yufuin in the north and Aso in the south.     General information   Address Kokonoe-machi, Kusu-gun, Oita-prefecture Access   45 minutes by a vehicle from Yufuin   60 minutes by a vehicle from Beppu   50 minutes by a vehicle from Aso 120 minutes by a vehicle from Kumamoto-city 110 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city 130 minutes by a vehicle from Kitakyushu-city       Home  Exclusive Private tour   Christian Pilgrimage tour　Golf tour   What our Customers have to say       About us   Contact us  Terms and Conditions   Privacy Policy   Staff Blog      

Handa kogen Plateau…の続きを読む

  This Tourist information is created by Japan KYUSHU Tourist for enjoyment of your travel. We are a Travel Agent in Fukuoka specializing in Kyushu. When you have an idea or a plan for traveling in Kyushu, Japan, please contact us by sending an Enquiry.                                                 Make an Enquiry     A tranquil Onsen Resort at Waita mountain foot of 1000 metre altitude.  The Resort is located in Kokonoe, Oita-prefecture near Yufuin. It is said that the Onsen was founded more than 1,000 years ago, and now there are 30 Japanese style accommodations called Ryokan in there.             Home  Exclusive Private tour   Christian Pilgrimage tour　Golf tour   What our Customers have to say       About us   Contact us  Terms and Conditions   Privacy Policy   Staff Blog      

Sujiyu Onsen…の続きを読む

  The longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Japan the 2nd longest in the World. Splendid and beautiful view from the thrilling suspension bridge over the Naruko river valley. The bridge is located in Kokonoe near Yufuin. You can enjoy the lush greenery in spring and the vibrant autumn leaves in the fall.       390 metre long, 173 metre height from the Naruko River valley.    Naruko River Valley south   Naruko River Valley north        Shindo Watefall           Kuju mountain range         Seasonal wild flowers          Seasonal wild flower    

Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi…の続きを読む

  This Tourist information is created by Japan KYUSHU Tourist for enjoyment of your travel. We are a Travel Agent in Fukuoka specializing in Kyushu. When you have an idea or a plan for traveling in Kyushu, Japan, please contact us by sending an Enquiry.                                                 Make an Enquiry     Great Castle wall construction, a magnificent view from the top. Oka Castle originally constructed in 1185, and had been enlarged multiple times and eventually covered a widespread area on the steep hills overlooking a river and all the surrounding countryside up to the Kuju mountain range clearly visible in the distance.     End in 1871 when the new Meiji government ordered the castle to be destroyed, striving for the modernization of Japan.     The best season to visit here is in the spring and can enjoy beautiful cherry blossoms. With many historical sites including Samurai residences of the olden day, Takeda.       General information   Address 2761 Oaza Takeda, Takeda-city, Oita-prefecture Access 2 hours and 40 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city 2 hours and 40 minutes by a vehicle from Kitakyushu-city 2 hours and 50 minutes by a vehicle from Kimamoto-city 50 minutes by a vehicle from Aso 70 minutes by a vehicle from Yufuin 70 minutes by a vehicle …

Oka Castle Ruins…の続きを読む