Kaichu Torii, in Saga-prefecture

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.

In August, Yukino Lantern Festival will be held, the view of 500 lanterns and torii on the

ocean is very romantic.

Amakusa, in Kumamoto-prefecture

Amakusa is situated on an archipelago consisting of several island on the

west side of Kumamoto. It possesses a beautiful lush green landscape and

natural geological formations giving the islands the designation “national

Geopark”. Marine activities such dolphin watching, boat tours, seafood & 

local delicacies can be enjoyed. Amakusa also has an important historical

significance to Christians.

Population

  Amakusa-city : 70,500 people, Kami-Amakusa-city : 22,500 person, Reihoku-machi : 6,400 people

Hitoyoshi, in Kumamoto-prefecture

The Hitoyoshi Onsen is the collective name for 30-add hot springs including Sagara

Onsen, all of which are supplied with hot water from sources around Hitoyoshi Station

and in the basin of Kuma-gawa River.

The most exiting thing in Hitoyoshi is Kumasawa-kudari that is riding on a boat maneuvered

by a master polar down the Kuma-gawa River, one of the three fast streams in Japan.

Hyuga, in Miyazaki-prefecture

Spectacle art collection of exposed Rocks created by raging wave. Hyuga is a bay city,

facing the Hyuga nada Sea. The whole area along Cape Hyuga- misaki with its many

exposed rocks is designated as the Nippo-Kaigan Quasi-National Park.  Umagase at the

top of Cape Hyuga-misaki is a precipitous cliff of pillar-like rock, towering as high as 70m.

Huis Ten Bosch, in Nagasaki-prefecture

Huis Ten Bosch is a theme park in Sasebo, Nagasaki-prefecture, 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.

Takachiho, in Miyazaki-prefecture

Takachiho is located in the south is Aso and offers dynamic nature Takachiho Gorge. 

The gorge has been created by volcanic activity of Aso for many years. 

The V-shaped narrow and deep gorge formed by columnar joins is made by erosion

due to water flow of the Gokase river over many years.

In addition, here is the birthplace of Japanese mythology.

It is the supposed site of legend where Amaterasu, the Shrine

Sun Goddess, disturbed by her brother’s cruel pranks, hid herself in a cave, prompting

the other gods and goddesses to try and lure her out.

Showano-machi, in Bungo-takada, Oita-prefecture

Time back Japan’s 60 years ago, one of worthwhile place to visit in Bungo-takada, Kunisaki

Peninsula, Oita-prefecture. The era that lasted till about 30 years ago in Japanese history,

Bungo-takada was the most prosperous in Kunisaki Peninsula for over 300 years from the

Edo period up to 1900.
Here remains various old structures and remnants of regional Japanese.

Oniishi Bozu-Jigoku exploring, in Beppu, Oita-prefecture

Oniishi Bozu-Jigoku is one of the excitng Hell tour, located next to Umi-jigoku.

This jigoku is first mentioned in bungo fudoki historical document from the year 733.

The name “Oniishi” is taken from the name of the location, and “bozu jigoku” after

the grey-colored bubbles which emerge from boiling mud pools and resemble

the shaven heads of monks.

Oshim island Trail, Fukuoka-prefecture

Oshima Island located 11 km from Konominato Port in Munakata-city, and is the largest

island in Fukuoka-prefecture. The population of the island is around 700.

It takes 25 minutes by Oshima ferry and 15 minutes by Shiokaze ferry.

There are two World Heritage Shrines, Munakata Shrine Nakatsu-gu and Munakata Shrine 

Okitsu-gu Yohaishho, those Shrines are registered as Sacred Island Okinoshiam and

Associated site in the Munakata Region.

You can enjoy beautiful nature at any places where you visit including Windmil Observatory

and Mitake Observatory. 

Kawachi Reservoir Trail

The Kawachi Reservoir is located in Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture, was constructed for the

industrial water supply to Yawata Steel Works. 

The first-class civil construction heritage, the triggered the registration of World Cultural 

Heritage of Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution. 

The dam was constructed at the Okura River and upper stream of the

dam was expanded and making the 7milion cubic metre reservoir.

There is a promenade around the reservoir can be enjoyed trail, which is about 7 km in circumference.

And also a rental cycle is used.