Off the beaten path
Keya cave, in Itoshima, Fukuoka-prefecture
The most largest basalt cave in Japan. The entrance of the cave is 64 metre high and 10
metre width and the depth is 90 metre. It is designated as one of three major Basalt caves
in Japan.
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Mataichino shio, in Itoshima, Fukuoka-prefecture
A salt making plant by the ancient production method. Mataichino shio “Kobo Totan” located
in Shima-cho, Itoshima peninsula. A salt and a magnesium chloride are produced with Genkai
sea water by the ancient production method. The salt pudding is recommended.
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Okawachiyama porcelain district, in Saga-prefecture
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.
The porcelain was exported from the port of Imari specifically for the European
export trade. Originally, an owner of the Imari porcelain was Nabeshima clan,
in order to develop and protect its outstanding technique, he gathered skilled
artisans and painters in Okawachiyama district. Now. about 30 potteries are
manufacturing Imari porcelain.
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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.
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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.
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