Best Architectures In Kyushu・Okinawa

The Oldest Arched Stone Bridge in Japan Looks a Glasses by ReflectionMegane Bashi Bridege

The bridge is said that it is one of the three greatest bridges in japan (The others are Nihon-bashi bridge and Kintai-kyo bridge) and national important cultural property.

Enjoy Walking Around Taketomi Island Without HurryTaketomi Island

Taketomi Island's time passes slowly. Traditional red tiles, cute Shisa, coral fences and white sand street… All of them makes us happy! You can also find many photogenic places with flowers all the year around.◎Izumiya with lovely arch of Bougainvillea is an inn! Access to Taketomi: 10~15 min by ferry from Ishigaki Port. 1150yen for a round-trip.

Important Building Tells Traditional Theater Architecture In Edo PeriodYachiyo-Za

Yachiyoza is a very valuable building that still has the style in Edo period and is recognized as a National Important Cultural Property. As we come inside, the scenery is very awesome. It's used even now every week, a famous Kabuki actor Ebizō Ichikawa often plays here. If it has not performances on that day, visitors can see inside, and also the dressing room and stage.

Surprising The Size! The Biggest Bronze Statue Of Reclining BuddhaNanzo-in Temple

Nanzoin temple has the biggest bronze Nehan Statue in the world. Surprisingly, it's 11m high, 41m wide and weighs 300t.

The Retro Seaport Loved by EinsteinMojiko (Moji Port) Retro Area

Many buildings in the Taisho periods remain and use modern ones here in the retro seaport. The town is one of the popular sightseeing spots in Fukuoka, because there are many delicious foods like burnt curry and rice, and events like globefish cuisine.

A Nostalgic Seaside Ruin Of WarKatashima Torpedo Testing Ground

It's a ruin of war used as a testing ground of torpedo belonged to old Japanese navy during the time of war. This place appeared in a Japanese animated movie 'The Boy And The Beast'. Now, it's known as a photo spot for portrait or starry sky.

A Shrine a God of Learning Sugawara no Michizane SleepsDazaifutenmangu

Dazaihu Tenman Gu Shrine is a spiritual power spot many students come from all over japan for success in examinations.

The Most Highest Seaside Tower in JapanFukuoka Tower

It's the symbol of Fukuoka and 234m seaside tower is the highest. From the observatory you can see the romantic and imposing panoramic view of 360 degree.

So Beautiful Ocean In The Northernmost Of Ishigaki IslandHirakubosaki

Hirakubozaki is a northernmost point of Ishigaki Island, and a lighthouse stands at the tip. The ocean over the point is indescribably beautiful, and the emerald green spreading to far away is worth seeing once in your life.

The Beauty of a Shrine of Three GoddessesMunakatataisya Shrine

The Grand Shrine of Munakata is a general term for Hetsu Shrine in Munakata, Nakatsu Shrine in O-shima Island, and Okitsu Shrine in Okino-shima Island. Goddesses of a sea route between Korean Peninsula, that is say three goddesses of Munakata (Tagori-hime no kami, Tagitsu-hime no kami, Ichikishima-hime no kami) are deified and it is the head shrine of over 7000 Munakata Shrines in Japan.

Holding a Frame of 'Enemies Surrender' And God's Dignity Enough to Make a Divine WindHakozakigu

On the Hakozaki seaside of Hakata Bay, Hakozaki shrine is the first shrine in Chikuzen (the old name of Fukuoka). In Kamakura era, when the Mongol Invasions were occurred, it is said that a divine wind blew and they overcame the unprecedented difficulties.

A Mystery of a Shrine Where Empress Jingu Got a Oracle of the Conquest of Three Dynasties in Old KoreaKashiigu

There are up to three thousand of oral traditions in Kyusyu, specially in the coast of Genkai Sea is said to be the central. Enshrined on Kashii Beach In Hakata Bay, Kashii Shrine is where the Empress of Emperor Chuai got the oracle of conquest of three dynasties of Korea. A great mystery of old Japan was kept there.

The North Retrenchment of the Yoshinogari Remains Resembling a Castle. And Its Different Kind of TechnologyYoshinogari Historical Park

In Saga plains, the Yoshinogari Remains is the biggest moat settlements site in Japan. It was the pivot of Yayoi era resembling Yamataikoku Kingdom. This north retrenchment has Koguchi (gate) and Aiyokoya (equipment for attack), and reminds a castle after ages. Compared with other sites of Yayoi moat settlements, its thought of design is different kind.

Rise and Fall, the Ruins that Recall Worker's Sprit at that time, Spotlighted Again as the World HeritageGunkanjima Island

The Hashima Island looks like a military ship. The ruins were the first apartments constructed of concrete in Japan and look weird now. But just the scenery of this World Heritage can recall worker's sprit in the coal mine at that time.

The Longest Toll-Free Bridge in Japan on the Ira-Blue SeaIrabu Bridge

The longest toll-free bridge between Miyako island and Irabu island in Japan opened on January 31, 2015. You can enjoy driving while seeing the ocean called Ira-Blue.

An Affluent Residential Street Where Some World Heritages and Important Cultural Properties are BuiltGlover Garden

You can enjoy seeing old Glover house which is a world heritage, old Ringer one, old Alt one and so on. These buildings tell brilliant history of the Meiji period.

A Romantic Spot You Can Eat Okinawa FoodsUmikaji Terrace

Located on Senaga-jima Island, Umikaji Terrace has many shops containing Okinawa food restaurants like Okinawa Soba Noodle and Sata andagi (sweet deep-fried buns of dough). Anyway, Orion Beer to drink in front of the sea tastes wonderful.◎Access: 10min by car from Naha Airport Free shuttle bus available from Akamine Station and Palette Kumoji

With Beautiful Red Tiles In The Blue! An Observatory Commanding The Northeast Ocean Of Ishigaki IslandTamatorizaki Observatory

Tamatorizaki Observatory is located in the northeast shore of Ishigaki Island, and has red tiles for its roof with full of Okinawa mood. You can see many hibiscus around the observatory, Hirakubo Peninsula in the north, and the whole view of the ocean in the east.

The Highest In Japan! A Scenic Suspension BridgeKokonoe 'Yume' Suspension Bridge

Kokonoe 'Yume' Suspension Bridge is the highest one in Japan as a bridge for foot passenger only. The primeval forest of Naruko-gawa Valley spreads under 173m drop, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and the fear at the same time.◎Parking lot is available. Admission fee: over 13 years old 500 yen, over 6 years old 200 yen.

Why In Such A Place!? The Main Shrine Built In The CavernUdo Shrine

Udo Shrine is located in Nichinan city, south of Miyazaki. Its main shrine is built in the rock cavern opened in the middle of the cliff facing the Sea of Hyuga. According to a Japanese myth, Toyotama Princess gave birth to the deity in this cavern, so the shrine has divine grace for easy delivery and child care.