Aso, in 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 by 4 periods of explosive

volcanic activity in the ancient times.

The Caldela is surounding the Outer edge mountain with a circumference of around 120 km

In the Aso Caldera, there are Aso five mountains including Naka-dake mountain 

which is an active volcano where the crater can be viewed from the top. 

Daikanbo peak, on the nirthern part Outer edge mountain is the must place

to visit offering panoramic views of the magnificent scenery including the

Aso five mountains and the serene and beautiful green plains below.

Munakata, Fukutsu and Okagaki, in 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 and Okagaki.

There are many beautiful seas and religious sites that have UNESCO World

Heritage status including the Sacred Island of Okinoshima and other

Associated Sites.

Hikosan Shrine, in Fukuoka-prefecture

Hikosan Shrine is located at Mount Hiko is a sacred mountain with an elevation of about 1,200m,

consisting of three peaks. It has been worshipped as a sacred mountain since ancient times.

In the center of the mountain is the Hikosan Shrine building, a nationally designated important

cultural property.

The approach path to the Shrine is approximately 900m from the torii gate, with 410 steps.

To get to the Shrine, using the slope car is recommended that runs parallel to the approach path to

the shrine. On your way back, enjoy the traditional Japanese scenery as walk along the approach path.

Cycling in Okagaki, Fukuoka-prefecture

Okagaki is located west side of Fukuoka-prefecture and is facing to Genkai Sea.

A road dedicated to bicycle run along the Genkai Sea from Okagaki Tourism

Association to Ashiya, the distance is 7.5 km.

Beautiful scenery of Genkai Sea can be enjoyed.

Various rental cycles available at Okagaki Tourism Association.

Nanzoin Temple, Reclining Buddha statue, in Fukuoka-prefecture

Nanzoin is a Shingon Buddhist Temple in Sasaguri, Fukuoka-prefecture.

It is notable for its bronze statue of a reclining Buddha, said to be the largest

bronze statue in the world.

Completed in 1995, the giant bronze Reclining Buddha statue, known as Nehanzo,

depicts the historical Buddha at the moment of his death and entry into nirvana.

The statue’s impressive dimensions and intricate details make it a sight to behold,

attracting visitors from all over the world.

length : 41m, height : 11m, weight 330ton

Uminonakamichi Seaside Park, in Fukuoka-city

The sprawling, family oriented public park located on a narrow peninsula across the bay from

central Fukuoka. The park is made up of several different areas including flower gardens,

playgrounds, an amusement park with ferris wheel, sports fields, a water park, a zoo and large

open spaces and lawns perfect for picnicking.

Omura, in Nagasaki-prefecture

Omura is the city located in the center of Nagasaki-prefecture and has Nagasaki Airport.

It is approximately 40 minutes to Nagasaki-city by a car.

Omura was the territory of the Omura clan. In 1549, when the missionary Francisco Xavier

introduced Christianity to Japan, the feudal lord Omura Sumitada allowed to spread Christianity,

and in 1563 Omura Sumitada himself became a Christian, becoming Japan’s first Christian

feudal lord.

And then, many people became Christians in Omura area.

However, in 1587, the year Omura Sumitada died, Toyotomi Hideyoshi issued ban on Christianity.

Since then, many Christians have been martyred here.

Population : 97,000 people, Population density : 770 people / km2

Uomachi & Kyomachi Shopping street, in Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture

Uomachi and Kyomachi Ginteigai are the arcade downtown shopping streets connected from

JR Kokura Station in Kitakyushu-city.

The literal meaning of Gintengai is the Silver roof arcade shopping street and Uomachi

Gintengai is the birth place of Japanese arcade shopping street constructed in

1991. Now, there are many kind of fantastic shops and restaurant along the street.

Kawabata-dori Shopping Street, in Fukuoka-city

The most historical and traditional local shopping street in Hakata. The entrance of the

shopping street is located next to Kushida Shrine. 

Approximately 130 shops built in the 400 metre arcade.

There are also souvenir shops including Hakata dolls, shops collected Hakata Gion Yamakasa

goods, restaurants included Ramen shop where the birth place of Nagahama Ramen.

On the weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, various events are held at the Event square.

Starbucks at Dazaifu Shrine, in Fukuoka-prefecture

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.