The 26 Martyrs Museum is dedicated to the 26 Christians who were executed here on February 5, 1597. They included both foreign missionaries and Japanese laymen. Missionary activities were prohibited at the time, and Japan’s ruler Toyotomi Hideyoshi staged the execution as a warning. The monument is located in a small park on a hill not far from Nagasaki Station and offers nice views over the city.    A straight red line runs from the Monument across the park’s plaza in the direction of the Oura Cathedral on the opposite side of the city. Oura Cathedral is also dedicated to the 26 martyrs. 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.

The 26 Martyrs Museum, in Nagasaki…の続きを読む

  Usa shrine is located in Usa, Oita-prefecture. One of the most beautiful Shrine in Japan, the head shrine of Hachiman Shrine that is  composed 44,000 shrines that dedicated to the Hachiman Deity. Emperor Ojin, who was deified as Hachiman-jin  (the tutelary god of warriors), is said to be enshrined in all the sites dedicated to him; and the first and earliest of these was at Usa in the early 8th century. The Shrine is was founded in 727.

Usa shrine, in Oita-prefecture…の続きを読む

  The Yamanami Highway is one of Kyushu’s most breathtaking scenic driving routes. Stretching from Yufuin to Aso through the Aso-Kuju National Park, this winding road—rather than a high-speed expressway—invites travelers to slow down and take in the views. The name “Yamanami” literally translates to “a range of mountains,” reflecting the stunning peaks that line the horizon. Whether it is the lush greenery of summer or the golden hues of autumn, the highway offers spectacular scenery that can be enjoyed throughout the year.       

Yamanami Highway…の続きを読む

  Yamanami Highway is one of the most beautiful driving route in Kyushu from Yufuin to Aso through Aso Kuju National Park, it is not expressway. The literal meaning of Yamanami is a series of mountains. The beautiful scenery can be enjoyed throughout the year.       

Yamanami Highway…の続きを読む

  Coffee break under the traditional atmosphere. The restaurant was designed by renown architecture designer Kengo Kuma in 2011. The concept of the design is Harmony of Modern and traditional by natural material; 2000 cedar timber is assembled in a traditional wood structure without using nails. Enjoy the luxurious time in the warmth of wood and the scent of coffee.

Starbucks at Dazaifu Shrine, in Fukuoka-…の続きを読む

  Huis Ten Bosch is a theme park in Sasebo, which recreates the Netherlands by displaying life-sized copies of old Dutch buildings. The name Huis Ten Bosch translates into English as “House in the Woods/bush”.  It is named after Huis ten Bosch in The Hague, one of the three official residences of the Dutch Royal Family.                

Huis Ten Bosch, in Nagasaki-prefecture…の続きを読む

  Breath taking scenery in harmony with the Shrine.  Ukiha Inari Shrine, located at foot of Mino mountain range, 130 m height from sea level. The 90 vermilion coloured Torii Gates stand on the 300 steps stairs is introduced you from bottom area to the Shrine main building. From the Shrine compound, a breath taking panoramic view of Chikugo plain in harmony with Torii Gate can be enjoyed.

Ukiha Inari Shrine, Fukuoka-prefecture…の続きを読む

  The country of Green Tea, Yame.  The Green Tea grown in Yame is one of the highest grade of tea throughout Japan.  This is the large Tea plantation spreading on a gently sloping hilly area, about 70 ha. There is an observatory at the top of hill,  Ariake bay as well as Shimabara Peninsula in Nagasaki-prefecture can be seen on sunny days.

Yame Central Tea Plantation, Fukuoka-pre…の続きを読む

  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. One of the most visiting place to wander about is the down town around JR Beppu Station where you can find a lot of Japanese culture what you near seen and felt before. Public Onsen facilities, shoppes, restaurants, cafes and bars.        

Beppu Onsen down town, in Oita-prefectur…の続きを読む

  Amakusa cruise You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Amakusa from the sea on a cruise.

Amakusa cruise, in Kumamoto-prefecture…の続きを読む