Kaichu Torii gates

Kaichu Torii gates in the sea have become a popular photo spot when the tide is high. 

The  “Floating Torii Gate” of Ouo Shrine stands on the shallow area of the ocean in 

Tara-cho, which has 6 meter tide difference. It changes its appearance every time you

look at it, and it is a famous tourist spot.

March 28, 2025

Kumano Magaibutsu

Hewn in a rock Mt. Tahara are two of largest Buddhist stone carvings in all Japan.  

It is located in Kunisaki peninsula. A Fudo-myu-o 8 meter in heigt and Dainich-nyurai

6.8 meter height.  Said to have been carved in the Heian period, they have received

government designation as Important Cultural Properties.

March 27, 2025

Imari

Imari is most notable because of Imari porcelain which has 400 years history.
The city borders Arita to the south and embraces the natural port of Imari Bay.

March 26, 2025

Elementary school students tour

We have operated Elementary school students tour for Kitakyushu citizen and

enjoyed in Fureaino-mori park in Munakata.

March 25, 2025

Sanno Shrine / Torii gate with single column

The Sanno Shrine, situated 900 m from the center of the blast, was instantly

obliterated by the explosion and the 4000°C heat wave vaporized nearby trees.

The only thing that remained is the Torii gate standing on a single column,

reminding us of the tragedy that took place.

March 24, 2025

Hiraodai Karst Plateau

March 23, 2025

Lunch at Kokura Station

I took a lunch today at inside of JR Kokura Station, the menu is Genkai Udon which

is a local cuisine. 

March 22, 2025

Starbucks Coffee at Mojiko Station

Starbucks Coffee opened at Mojiko Station when its renovation was completed in 2019.

The design is based on the waiting room when the station was built in 1914, and the

design concept is that of a storyteller.

March 21, 2025

Nita Pass

One of the best scenic spot in Unzen. At any time of the year the natural

scenery of Nita Pass in Unzen is magnificent.

March 16, 2025

Naganakibana Cape

The resort park features a beach, a campsite, restaurant and more.

The entire premises gets painted beautifully with colors of each and every

seasonal flower in season.

March 15, 2025