Area Takeo Located in the western part of Saga Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Takeo City is an onsen town renowned for its historic onsen, innovative library, and rich cultural heritage. With a history..
Culture Japan Heritage Journey on Hashima Emi Takahata Delve into Hashima Island's UNESCO history, a coal mining town closed in 1974. Explore its past, witness natural changes, and..
Culture Kurume Ueki Festival 2026 Late Feb - Mid Mar The Kurume Ueki Festival includes a number of local vendors gathering together to exhibit and sell 100,000 plants in approximately..
Planning Beppu Makes Booking.com's Trending Destinations List Kim Bergström Jan 14, 2024 Beppu is gaining in popularity among Booking.com users, with the accommodation website listing the region as one of its top 10 trending..
Culture Japan Heritage Journey in Tsushima Emi Takahata Tsushima, a Nagasaki Heritage site between Kyushu and Korea, blends culture and nature. From shrines to unique cuisine, it captivates..
Food Cicada Sake and Teahouse Bonson Lam Why is this sake named after the Cicada? Maybe my mother in law has a clue, having collected Cicadas and butterflies in her youth..
Kurume Azalea March 2026 Mid - Late Apr The Kurume Azalea March is Kurume City's largest sports-based event, and it takes place during April when the area's colorful..
