Matsumoto Seicho Memorial Museum

Fukuoka Akarenga Cultural Center

Akiyoshidai

Akiyoshidai is one of the largest limestone caves in the world, located 
approximately 100 meters beneath the Akiyoshidai limestone plateau in the western 
part of Yamaguchi Prefecture.

   

Kintaikyou Bridge

Kintaikyo Bridge, located in Iwakuni-city, Yamaguchi Prefecture, is a series of five-arched
wooden bridge on four stone piers that extends across the lower Nishiki River.

   

Arita porcelain

In the early 17^th century, a group led by the Korean potter Yi Sam-pyeong 
discovered a pottery stone in the Izumi Mountain of Arita. He was the first 
to make porcelain in Japan. 
   

Toward the Meiji Restoration

At this place in August 1864, the combined fleet of America, Britain, France and 
Holland attacked and defeated the Choshu-han Clan, which governed this 
region of Japan.
  

This event was a turning point in Japanese history toward the Meiji Restoration
and modern Japan today.

This cannons are replica of the one used by the Choshu-han during the battle.
 

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Okinawa / Manzamo

Manzamo, one of the most exciting scenic spot 

Located on the west coast of Okinawa Island, is a scenic spot famous for its
breathtaking view from the top of precipitous cliff about 20 meters high.
　　
Referred to as the " Elephant’s Nose" , it is a broad, flat land of raised coral reef
covered with natural green grasses.

Shuri Castle

Shuri Castle known as " Gusuku", which is unique in Okinawa.

Built on the upland 120 meters above sea level, this world heritage-listed 
castle overlooks Naha City, the capital of the Okinawa prefecture.
　　
This architectural wonder was profoundly influenced by the architectural 
style of Japan and China.
The pattern of dragons and vermilion lacquer coating reflect the Chinese 
influence, whereas the structural from of the roof indicates the Japanese 
influence.

The castle is magnificently illuminated from sunset to midnight.

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Kabuki

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. Male actors called onnagata specialize in playing female roles.　 Kabuki started out as theater for the common people, so it does not have strict rules like nho or traditional Japanese music and dance. The stage was similar to nho stage at first, but has changed  gradually. The hanamichi is a platform extending from the main stage,  and is used by actors to come and go from the main stage.

In Kyushu, you can watch Kabuki at Hakata-za located in Fukuoka-city

Hakata-za The theater for Kabuki plays, musicals, the Takarazuka  Revue and variety of other shows that are performed  monthly. more …

Tea Ceremony