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Munakata Taisha Shrine Hetsu-miya

     Torii Gate Stone Lantern  Pond at the approach         Chozysha, pureification place Main Gate Imperial Chrysanthemum pattern   Main Shrine of Hetsu-miya Main Shrine of Hetsu-miya Deities in Hetsu-miya    700 years old Oak Sacred tree Oak Sacred tree Oak Sacred tree          Entrance of Takamiya Saijo  Approach to Takamiya Saijo through sacred area Takamiya Saijo Japan’s oldest Ancient style Shrine          Tenni-gu Shrine Teisan-gu Shrine  Shinpokan Museum            About us Tailor-made tour   Self-guided tour Golf tour Study tour Contact us  Kyushu Travel Guide Suggested itinerary Blog & local News About Japan 日本語    

Munakata Taisha Shrine Hetsu-miya…の続きを読む

Munakata Taisha Shrine

    Munakata Taisha is a part of World Heritage as Sacred Island of Okinoshima and Associated Sites in the Munakata Region which has been registered in 2017.   Munakata Taisha is a collection of three Shinto shrines located in Munakata, Fukuoka Prefecture. The Munakata-taisha consist of three shrines—Hetsu-miya, Nakatsu-miya and Okitsu-miya. The shrines are devoted to the three Munakata goddesses. These kami are believed to be daughters of the goddess Amaterasu, the ancestress of the imperial family. The deities has also been worshipped there for many years as the god of mariners, and traffic safety on land as well.     Hetsu-miya Munakata Nakatsu-miya Oshima Island Okitsu-miya Okinoshima Island   World Heritage Sacred Island of Okinoshima and Associated Sites in the Munakata Region The site has been registered on the World heritage in 2017,  and consist of the following. ・Okinoshima, Okitsu-miya Munakata Taisha ・Okitsu-miya Yohaisyo in Oshima island ・Nakatsu-miya, Munakata Taisha in Oshima island ・Hetsu-miya, Munakata Taisha ・Shimbaru-Nuyama Mounded Tomb Group       About us Tailor-made tour Self-guided tour Golf tour Study tour Contact us  Kyushu Travel Guide Suggested itinerary Blog & local News About Japan 日本語    

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Wakamatsu-kita Coast

  2018/12/09
  Blog, Kitakyushu travel guide

  The northern tip Coast of Kyushu Island and facing to Genkai Sea where a part of Genkai Quasi-National Park. Breathtaking and dynamic view and beautiful sunset scenery can be enjoyed.     Tomigahana Lighthouse Genkai Sea Genkai Sea    Ancient Stratum Eroded rock Eroded rock        Enjoy panoramic view Misaki Shrine Tomigahana Lighthouse   Iwaya Beach Iwaya Beach Iwaya Beach   Iwaya Port Wakamatsu Cabbege field Wakamatsu Cabbege         Lovers’ Sanctuary Natsuigahama Coast Natsuigahama Coast      Contact us      Should you need further information please feel free to contact us. Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.  Enquiry Form    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     

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Minamata travel guide

  2021/10/27
  Kumamoto-prefecture

  Minamata is located in Kumamoto Prefecture, It is on the west coast of Kyushu and faces Amakusa islands. There are two Onsen resorts; Yunotsuru Onsen located along the Yuide River in the mountains and called Mountain Onsen. Yunoko Onsen faces Yatsushiro Sea and called Ocean Onsen.   Yunotsuru Onsen Ryokan Ryokan   Yuido River Corridor of Ryokan Outdoor bath    Airinkan, local restaurant  Paddy field at mountain area Paddy field at mountain area        ​ Yunoko Onsen Yunoko Onsen Yunoko Onsen        Spanish Village, restaurant Spanish Village   Spanish Village     General information   Address City hall : 1-1-1 Jinnai, Minamata-city, Kumamoto-prefecture Access 60 minutes by a vehicle from Hitoyoshi 1 hour and 40 minutes by a vehicle from Kumamoto-city 2 hours and 30 minutes by a vehicle from Takachiho 2 hours and 20 minutes by a vehicle from Aso 2 hours and 40 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city Population 24,000   Population density 150        Home   Tailor-made tours Study tours Christian Pilgrimage tours   Golf tour   Kyushu tour packages    

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Nagayu Onsen

  2025/12/24
  Okubungo travel guide

  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     One of the most popular hot spring for foreign tourists, located at the foot of Kuju mountain range in Oita-prefecture.  The hot spring is known as one of the world’s top carbonate spring.     Ramune Onsen Ramune Onsen Ramune Onsen   Nagayu Onsen Open air Bath in the river River side     Onsen town Onsen town Onsen town   Michino-eki, Souvenir shop Local restaurant Onsen town   General information   Address Nagayu, Naoiri-cho, Takada-city, Oita-prefecture Access 2 hours and 20 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city 2 hours and 20 minutes by a vehicle from Kitakyushu-city 2 hours and 10 minutes by a vehicle from Kumamoto-city 60 minutes by a vehicle from Aso 50 minutes by a vehicle from Yufuin 50 minutes by a vehicle from Beppu       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      

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Mt. Sarakura Trekking

  2018/02/22
  Blog

Mount Unzen

  2026/01/13
  Unzen travel guide

  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.                                                Symbol of Shimabara peninsula, Mount Unzen. Located at the centre of Shimabara peninsula, in Nagasaki-prefecture. Consist of 9 mountains, the highest is Heisei-sinzan (1483 m) formed  by volcanic explosion from 1990 to 1995, second highest is Fugen-dake (1359m) which was the highest until Heisei-shinzan formed by explosion, and Myoken-dake (1359m ) has access from Nita pass by the Rope way.      Shimabara peninsula           Heisen-shinzan       Myoken-dake & Fugen-dake   The mount Unzen is part of Unzen National park, and makes Onsen Resorts with different feature of each such as Unzen, Obama and Shimabara Onsen Resorts.         Unzen Onsen Resort      Obama Onsen Resort       Shimabara Onsen Resort   The mountain can be seen from the almost all area of Shimabara Peninsula, and different gentle scenic beauty of the mountain can be enjoyed from each areas.         Home  Customized Private tour   Christian Pilgrimage tour Golf tour   …

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Harazuru Onsen

  2026/03/17
  Asakura Travel Guide

  The Skin-Smoothing Escape Located along the scenic Chikugo River, Harazuru is renowned for its unique mix of alkaline and  sulfur waters, known to soften and brighten the skin. Just one hour from Fukuoka City, this relaxing destination offers traditional Ukai (cormorant fishing) in summer and year-round fruit picking experiences.            

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西小倉校区の東峰村・朝倉エコツアー 

  西小倉環境衛生協会の皆様の東峰村・朝倉研修ツアーを実施しました。 ・日程:2018年2月18日(日) ・参加者:86名 大型バス2台利用     研修の内容 昨年7月の集中豪雨災害の状況を直接東峰村の現地で学び、更には江戸時代造られ 今も尚利用されている、朝倉の山田堰と三連水車で地球環境に配慮したシステムを学び、 今後のまちづくりに役立てれもらう。     行 程  8:30 西小倉市民センター出発  東峰村研修 → 朝倉・三連水車 → 藤井養蜂場  白花綜(うきは市吉井町)で昼食 → 白壁通り散策(ひな祭り)  紅乙女酒造 → にじの耳納の里で買物  18:00 西小倉市民センター解散 .   ツアーの様子 東峰村 ほうしゅ楽舎 東峰村ツーリズム協会の小野会長 から災害時の状況説明 ほうしゅ楽舎の様子    現在の東峰村の状況 まだまだ、復興に時間が掛る 小野会長(東峰村職員)を囲んで 記念写真  参加者の気持ちを渡しました         朝倉・三連水車 田植えの時期に備えて待機中 三連水車周辺の田んぼにも土砂が 流れ、大きな被害があった 三連水車の前で記念写真   藤井養蜂場 水害の被害にに遭った 藤井養蜂場 藤井養蜂場          うきは市吉井町の白花綜で昼食 皇室の料理人を経験した料理長が つくる真心のこもった料理 雰囲気がある店内での 食事の様子         白花綜の店内のひな飾り 白花綜の店内のひな飾り 白花綜の店内のひな飾り   ​​ うきは市吉井町 白壁通り うきは市吉井町 白壁通り うきは市吉井町 白壁通り             紅乙女酒造 久留米市田主丸 紅乙女酒造 久留米市田主丸 紅乙女酒造 久留米市田主丸            お問合せ   ジャパン九州ツーリスト株式会社 電話 093-521-8897   FAX 093-521-8898 Email info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com 〒802-0001 北九州市小倉北区浅野3-8-1 AIMビル6階           

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Munakata & Fukutsu travel Guide

  2026/06/25
  Fukuoka-prefecture

Munakata Region is located in the west part of  Fukuoka Prefecture  and facing to Genkai Sea. The area are consist of Munakata, Fukutsu, Akama and Oshima Island.     Munakata     Munakata Shrine Hetsu-gu, UNESCO World Heritage Hetsu-gu is one of the three shrines that comprise Munakata Shrine and enshrines Ichikishimahime-no-Kami, one of the three female deities of Munakata.  Visitors passing through the torii gate and proceeding along the path will find the Main Hall, dedicated to Ichikishimahime-no-Kami, beyond the Shinmon gate.   Takamiya Saijo The steps lead to Takamiya Saijo (Ceremonial Site), where ancient rituals were performed. Takamiya Saijo is very important since the rituals currently observed at Hetsu-gu originated there. To the northwest of the ceremonial site, visitors can view the marine route linking Hetsu-gu with Okinoshima via the Tsurikawa River, Oshima.   Fukutsu   Shinbaru-Nuyama Mounted Tombs, UNESCO World Heritage​ The Tomb Group comprises the tombs of the Munakata clan, an ancient powerful family that led interactions with overseas countries. The Munakata clan also performed rituals on Okinoshima and nurtured the tradition of faith in in the sacred island.   Miyajidake Shrine 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 to keep off evil sprits, so many objects connected with Shinto …

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