Tristan Scholze

@tristan.scholze

I'm also known as Faer Out. I love traveling and learning about people and nature all around the world and have been based in Japan for nearly two decades. I'm the Regional Partner here for Fukuoka and Saga Prefectures. In addition to my work at JapanTravel, I run Rainbow Bridges English Academy in Fukuoka and am very interested in teaching, languages, communication, and photography, among other things.

Fukuoka, the largest city on the southern island of Kyushu, is a rising star in east Asia and ranked by Monocle Magazine as the city having the 10th highest "Quality of Life" on Earth. Big enough to have world-class restaurants, fantastic shopping, exciting events like the world swimming championships, and a national champion baseball team, Fukuoka also is surrounded with natural beauty and charming countryside villages.

Saga is next to Fukuoka, and holds many rural treasures. From its exquisite cafes to scenic campgrounds, historic sites to hot spring resorts, Saga calls me back for frequent visits. It's also known for fine ceramics, castle towns, and its coastal beauty.

I love heading downtown to meet up with friends for a night out as well as being able to hop on my motorcycle and be riding through forest-covered mountains or to sandy beaches in 20 minutes. This area is very photogenic and even after years of exploration, there are still plenty of places to discover each weekend!

My photographs are available for purchase on iStock, and Shutterstock, and Dreamstime or by contacting me.

I've been a guest host on NHK World's J-Trip Plan, Caving Adventures in Western Japan.

Please contact me if you have any questions about travel in Japan.

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Kawachi Wisteria Tunnels

The wisteria tunnels and surrounding gardens of Kawachi Fuji-en draw flower enthusiasts from around the world each spring to Kitakyushu..

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Senbutsu Limestone Cave

Wade through a river of twists and turns in an ancient limestone cave in Kitakyushu.

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Hiraodai Karst Plateau

A scenic wonder of northern Kyushu, the limestone plateau of Hiraodai provides an otherworld landscape with ample hiking, caving,..

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Kawachi Fuji-en Wisteria Tunnels

Tunnels of wisteria blooms the length of a football field highlight one of Japan's most spectacular gardens.

Fukuoka, Kawachi Fuji-en Apr 27th - May 14th 4 Free

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Details of Motonosumi Inari Shrine

Nov 7, 2018

Yamaguchi's winding 123-red-gates-to-sea-cliffs scene will dazzle, but stay for awhile to fill in the details.

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Connect at Motonosumi Inari Shrine

Nov 7, 2018

Green leaves, red torii, blue sea. Divine vision. Bring your camera.

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Kawachi Fuji-en Wisteria Tunnels

Apr 30, 2017

Tunnels of wisteria blooms the length of a football field highlight one of Japan's most spectacular gardens.

Fukuoka, Kawachi Fuji-en Apr 27th - May 14th 4 Free

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Nagayu Onsen’s Carbonated Baths

Apr 30, 2017

The village of Nagayu in Oita, Japan, has naturally carbonated riverside hot springs for bathing and easy access to Aso-Kuju National..

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Details of Motonosumi Inari Shrine

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Yamaguchi's winding 123-red-gates-to-sea-cliffs scene will dazzle, but stay for awhile to fill in the details.

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Connect at Motonosumi Inari Shrine

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Green leaves, red torii, blue sea. Divine vision. Bring your camera.

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Hotel Sansuien

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Stay at this upscale hotel in close proximity to Kochi Castle, where you can enjoy a hot spring bath and learn a few things about..

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Ashizuri Kokusai Hotel

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Popular hotel on Cape Ashizuri, offering nice ocean views from its outdoor hot spring bath and from the rooms.

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