It is said that Takachiho is a birth place of Japanese indigenous religion, Shinto.  There is a story of Shinto origin in the Cave behind of Amano Iwato Shrine, and Amano Yasugawara. In the story, Amaterasu, the Shinto sun goddess, became so outraged by her brother’s cruel pranks that she hid herself in a cave, refusing to come out and depriving the world of her life-giving light. All of the other gods and goddesses gathered to lure her out. They tried everything they could think of to no avail until one goddess performed an outrageously ribald dance that caused the other gods to roar with laughter. Amaterasu left the cave to see what all the fun was about, and in doing so she returned her light to the world.   August 03, 2025

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  We conducted the net fishing experience tour today in Itoshima. It was beautiful day and many kind of fishes could caught.     August 02, 2025

Net fishing experience in Itoshima…の続きを読む

  Japan’s indigenous religion is Shinto. It is an ethnic religion that has continued from Japan’s ancient times to the present day, and has permeated all aspects of Japanese life and culture, and has the energy to accept foreign cultures including religions and transform them into a Japanese style. Unlike many religions, it has no founder or scripture, and is based on the idea that God resides in all things. It is an animistic, ancestral spirit-worshipping folk religion that focuses on myths, eight million gods, nature and natural phenomena. July 29, 2025

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  Fukuoka-city The biggest city in Kyushu and is considered the gateway to the country due to it’s close proximity to the Asian mainland. This energetic and bustling city is the center of Kyushu’s politics, economy, culture, fashion and tourism. Fukuoka International Airport with direct flights from from Asia, Guam and Honolulu. So when visiting Kyushu, the city is a great starting point for exploring Kyushu.       Kitakyushu-city Kitakyushu is 2nd largest city in Kyushu with 920,000 population. Kitakyushu possesses numerous tourist attractions. Nature areas including Mt. Sarakura where the most dynamic night view in the World, Castle town area Kokura where Japanese traditional culture can be experienced, Mojiko Retro facing Kanmon Strait where beautiful Strait and also Industrial area Yahata where is industrial area has many Industrial Heritages.        Nagasaki-city Nagasaki is a International city in Japan with a history of trading with many countries since Nagasaki port opened in 1571. The city has many tourist places with hidden Japanese historical significance. It was the Gateway to foreign countries and the first area where Christianity spread. It played a major part in Japan’s industrial modernization and was the site of the Atomic bomb used in WW2.              Kumamoto-city Kumamoto is the 3rd largest city in Kyushu located almost in the center of Kyushu, with Aso region on the east side and the Ariake Sea on the west side. There is one of the Japan’s three great castles, Kumamoto Castle. Shimotori shopping street is one of the largest shopping …

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  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     Harazuru, in Fukuoka-prefecture A tranquil Onsen Resort near Fukuoka-city, located in Asakura-city on the banks of Chikugo River.  The quality hot spring is weakly alkaline and sulfur is mixed and has the effect of dropping old horn and creating beautiful skin.   Beppu, in Oita-prefecture Beppu is one of the most famous Onsen resort in Japan. Beppu Onsen resort is located on a slope from mount Tsurumi to facing Beppu Bay where onsen steam rising from any places. Boasting more than 2,800 hot spring sources and flowing rate of nearly 137,000 kiloliters per  day, Beppu is considered a paradise of hot springs famous for high therapeutic effects.   Unzen, in Nagasaki-prefecture Beautiful highland Onsen Resort situated Unzen National Park. The area was the first area to be designated as a National Park in Japan.  Whether you are taking in the stunning panoramic views from top one of the many peaks including Nita-toge Pass or looking up these volcanic  mountains or Fugen, you will marvel at the spectacular scenery.      Aso, Kumamoto-prefecture Aso is located almost in the center of Kyushu and possesses the world’s largest Caldera with 18km west-east and 24km north-south, created …

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  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.                                                   Kusasenri-ga-hama, in Aso The beautiful prairie of 785,000 square meter in the crater. Spreads in northern part of Mt. Eboshi that is one of the Aso five Mountains. A big pond at its center and grazing horses round about make an idyllic scene. Visitors can enjoy the various seasons from its vivid green summer to the fantastic silvery winter, as well as riding horses and strolling around throughout the year.      Mount Naka, in Aso Mount Naka is a part of Mount Aso.  Mount Aso is consist of five consecutive mountain located in the Caldera where is 25 km across north to south and 18 km across east to west. The most exciting mountain is Mount Naka with an altitude os 1506m which is the largest active volcano in Japan. You can see the Crater from the top, depending on the weather condition.          Daikanbo, in Aso Daikanbo is located on the northern part of outer edge of the Aso Caldera. The perfect spot …

Nature in Kyushu…の続きを読む

  I visited Beppu for Market research.   July 22, 2025  

Market research in Beppu…の続きを読む

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Hotel Sansenkaku, in Beppu…の続きを読む

  Christianity in Japan was spread in Nagasaki region. However, unparalleled hidden Cristian history was started from when Toyotomi Hideyoshi Shogunate proclaimed Christian ban in 1587. During ban on Christianity, people secretly continued to faith while surviving in the midst of the conventional society and Japanese religions.  And many Christians were also martyred during this period. Here we introduce the history of the ban on Christianity, including the places of martyrdom and museums.     Martyrdom of the 26 Saints of Japan, in Nagasaki The 26 Martyrs of Japan were a group of Catholics who were executed by crucifixion on February 5, 1597. The Twenty-six Christians, were arrested in Kyoto and Osaka on the order of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the National ruler, for preaching Christianity. They were marched 800 km through the snow to Nagasaki and crucified in front of large crowd on  Nishizaka hill on Feb. 5, 1597.   The 26 Martyrs Museum in Nagasaki The museum behind the monument is devoted to the memory of the  martyrs and to Christianity in Japan in general. Its interior is reminiscent  of a church with stained-glass windows, making for atmospheric viewing  of the exhibits. On display are artifacts related to Christianity in Japan, including old documents, statues and jewelry.   St. Andrew’s Seminary at Dejima, in Nagasaki After the ban on Christianity lifted in 1873, Burnside who was the British Church Missionary  created a cram school at his home to teach the English Bible. In 1877, the school …

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  Nagasaki Port was opened and the first Portuguese ship arrived in 1571. And development of the town of cape was started as Christian town in 1571 and many Churches were constructed in Nagasaki.  However, due to the Tokugawa Shogunate’s Ban on Christianity in 1614, most of the  church buildings were destroyed.  Since ban on the Christianity was lifted in 1873, new Christian history in Japan has begun and many Churches and Cathedrals have been constructed.     Oura Cathedral, in Nagasaki The Cathedral is one of the significant Christian Pilgrimage site in Japan.  Established 1865, this church is officially known as “Oura Cathedral, the Church of 26 Martyrs.” It was built by the French priest Bernard Petitjean of Fier who had been dispatched by the Foreign Missionary Church of Paris to dedicate prayers to the 26 saints martyred on Nishizaka hill.   Urakami Cathedral, in Nagasaki Construction of the original Urakami Cathedral, a brick Romanesque building, began in 1895, after a long-standing ban on Christianity was lifted. When completed in 1914, it was the largest Catholic church in East Asia.   Nakamachi Church, in Nagasaki The church is located near JR Nagasaki Station which was constructed for Japanese Christians in 1986.  The church was dedicated to the 16 Saints of Nagasaki (St. Thomas and the 15 Martyrs) in 1988, and the monument honoring them was erected in the premise. The 16 Saints were martyred in Nagasaki from 1633 to 1637.   Saint Filippo …

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