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..
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..
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 Canals of Yanagawa Mandy Bartok Cruise the canals of Yanagawa, a city in Kyushu that has more miles of waterway than Venice
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..
14 Temples & Shrines Tochoji Temple in Hakata Tony Mariani It is said that Tocho-ji temple in Hakata was dedicated to the Buddhist saint Kukai who built it in 806. The feudal lords of Fukuoka..
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 Discover Kyushu Lisa Wallin Discover the natural and cultural wonders of Kyushu. Find out what makes the prefectures Saga, Nagasaki, Miyazaki, Kagoshima, Kumamoto,..