Culture Dazaifu Tenmangu Dazaifu Tenmangu (大宰府天満宮) is one of the main shrines dedicated to Tenjin, the deified form of scholar Michizane Sugawara.
Culture Komyozenji Temple Komyozenji Temple (光明善寺) is a Zen temple founded in 1273 by the Buddhist priest Tetsugyu Enshin. The temple is known for its rhododendrons, autu..
Culture Kawachi Fujien Wisteria Garden Kawachi Wisteria Garden in Fukuoka is a place mentioned in reverential hushed tones. With over 150 wisterias on display and in peak bloom from April to..
9 Gardens & Parks Wisteria at Kawachi Fujien Amber Mezbourian One of Kyushu's best-kept secrets: stroll through the stunning wisteria tunnels of Kawachi Fujien and enjoy the dazzling display..
14 Historical Old Akizuki Castle Town Tristan Scholze Akizuki, the historic center of Asakura in Fukuoka Prefecture, makes for a pleasant stroll among old buildings, shops, cafes, ..
Culture Kushida Shrine Kushida-jinja is a Shinto shrine located in Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Japan. Dedicated to Amaterasu and Susanoo, it is said to have been founded in 757. The..
Culture Maizuru Park Not far from Tenjin (central Fukuoka City) is one of Kyushu’s most prominent cherry blossom viewing spots. It’s a central hub for anthophiles and..
Culture Yanagawa Canals Yanagawa, a small city in the south of Fukuoka, is known as the Venice of Kyushu and for good reason. The city's 470 kilometers of canals which date..