Hakozaki Hachimangu Shrine: The Shrine of Victory

Located in the east area of Fukuoka City, a 15-minute drive from Hakata station, Hakozaki Hachimangu shrine boasts its spacious grounds with beautiful greenery and a long history of bringing good luck that spans many centuries.

Fukuoka

Yoko

September 2, 2017

Honouring the Spirits of Our Ancestors in Nagasaki: Spirit Boat Procession

During Obon In Nagasaki, the spirits of the deceased are transported on a symbolic spirit boat. Each family makes and personalizes the boats according to the hobbies, lifestyle and favourite things of the loved ones that have departed.

Culture Events Saga Nagasaki

Ana Verissimo

August 23, 2017

Dazaifu City: The Ancient Kyushu Government Stronghold

Dazaifu used to be Kyushu’s governmental office which served as a defense force and diplomatic spot for relations with China and Korea.

Attractions Fukuoka

Yoko

August 13, 2017

Sumiyoshi Shrine: A Guardian for Seafarers in Kyushu

In early history, the shrine was considered one of the highest ranking in all the land. It’s position facing the Hakata Bay has seen it long revered as a guardian for sea voyagers.

Culture Fukuoka

Louise Dupuy

August 5, 2017

4 Day Trip Guide to Yakushima

Our 4 day trip to Yakushima island ended up being amazing. Here is what we did.

Travel Tips Nature Kagoshima

Mark Morinishi

July 13, 2017

The Seeds of Family Bonds: My Rice Planting Experience in Iizuka, Fukuoka

On a pleasant Sunday in June, I participated in a unique one-day rice planting experience with my son. Even for Japanese, the average person rarely gets to plant rice themselves, so I’d like to share my experience.

Nature Fukuoka

Yoko

July 8, 2017

20 Things to Do in Kyushu

Kyushu has a sub tropical climate and there is no end to the activities or the sightseeing spots, so limiting myself to just a few is definitely a challenge. But here is my top 20 for this gorgeous island.

Travel Tips Attractions Kyushu

Marina Lizio

July 1, 2017

15 Things to Do in Oita

15 places I think are “must experience” locations to make any trip to Oita a memorable one. And, to help you find your way just a little bit easier, I’ve provided links (as available) where you can find out more about these fun, memorable, and in some cases, adventurous destinations!

Nature Attractions Culture Oita

Lorne Fetzek

March 15, 2017

Tanegashima: The Island of History, Nature, & Food

Let me convince you to visit the beautiful island for the following reasons!

Attractions Food & Drink Kagoshima

Yoko

February 11, 2017

Funky Tiger: A Unique Dining Experience in Mojiko, Fukuoka

I got to ask him why he named his restaurant Funky Tiger-he says it's because he was born in the year of the tiger and 'funky' because his life is always funky.

Food & Drink Fukuoka

Erika Calayag

February 8, 2017

Have a Holly Jolly BOOM! Christmas Firework Show in Beppu (Dec. 23 & 24)

How many fireworks go off in one hour? An AMAZING amount, that's how much!

Events Oita Kyushu

Shy

December 24, 2016

Huis Ten Bosch: The Flower and Light Kingdom

One way to cope with this season is to find the light—literally. Why not go on Christmas Day to see the largest illumination show in Japan?

Attractions Nagasaki

Mark Morinishi

December 17, 2016

Nanzo-in Temple: The Reclining Buddha Temple

It’s said that a chief priest of this temple won big after laying his lottery ticket next to a statue of Daikoku (one of Japan’s seven Gods of fortune).

Culture Attractions Fukuoka

Louise Dupuy

December 9, 2016

Introducing the Tenkusai Festival: Celebrating Multiculturalism and Community

Every year, APU hosts the annual campus festival - Tenkusai Festival. Traditional and contemporary song, dance and live performances are just some of the main attractions of the Tenkusai Festival.

Events Oita

Shy

October 22, 2016

A Peace Studies Tour of Nagasaki

The Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum, the Nagasaki National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims, and the Peace Park were born out of the collective yearning to communicate what it’s like to live through a nuclear explosion so that hopefully, these horrific experience will never be repeated. Sakue Shimohira, who survived the bombing of Nagasaki, said, “I think the basic idea of peace is to have some understanding of others’ pain.” It is in this spirit that we started our journey at the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum.

Attractions Culture Nagasaki

Sherilyn Siy

September 10, 2016

Kagoshima – A Place for your Weekend Getaway

Book that bargain ticket and spend a momentous weekend in Kagoshima. Enjoy the hot springs, good food and scenic views of its almost-tropical setting. Not sure on what to do? Here are some tips for your weekend itinerary.

Attractions Food & Drink Nature Kagoshima

PH Chua

August 29, 2016

Hookah in Fukuoka

The concept of the hookah lounge has been ubiquitous in the Middle Eastern world, it has only spread recently to other areas of the globe. Wisps of smoke rise up through the air, enveloping the room in a cloudy fog. The dim, colored lights illuminate the smoke, giving it shades of blue or red. Welcome to a hookah bar!

Food & Drink Fukuoka

Percival Constantine

July 14, 2016

Mochigahama Beach

When I moved to Beppu, the first thing I was looking for was a sea-beach. Whenever I felt like walking with nature, I always preferred a beach. So, when I saw the Mochigahama beach, I was really amazed by its beauty.

Attractions Nature Oita

Shy

July 9, 2016