ActivitiesCultureKyushuSightseeing Ohori Park: a haven of nature and peace in central Fukuoka A favourite spot for locals, Ohori Park is a scenic spot to escape from the busy city.Lauren LewisApril 16, 2016
KyushuSightseeing Castle of stone: Discover the history of Fukuoka Castle Built in 1607, Fukuoka Castle is also known as Seki Castle, and because of its historical significance it has been…Lauren LewisApril 14, 2016
AccommodationActivitiesFoodKyushuShoppingSightseeing Shopping at exciting Hakata Station!! Thanks to developments in 2011, the area in and surrounding Hakata Station has become a vibrant spot for shopping and…Lauren LewisApril 12, 2016
FoodKyushuShopping Try Hakata’s best loved sweet – Torimon! A favourite sweet among locals and tourists alike, Hakata Torimon combines Western and Japanese flavours to make a delicious treat.Lauren LewisApril 9, 2016
ActivitiesFoodKyushuShopping See the shops and bright lights of Tenjin, Fukuoka The stylish and fun area of central Fukuoka, Tenjin, has several large shopping malls all within walking distance of each…Lauren LewisApril 9, 2016
ActivitiesCultureFoodKyushuShoppingSightseeing Kamikawabata Shopping Arcade in Fukuoka – Shopping with a cultural background! The Kamikawabata Shopping Arcade, with over 100 shops and restaurants, was opened in 1971 and is about 400 metres long.Lauren LewisApril 4, 2016
KyushuSightseeing Jotenji temple, an oasis of Zen in the heart of Hakata Jotenji temple in Fukuoka offers visitors a dose of peace and tranquility in the midst of one of the most…Lauren LewisApril 3, 2016
ActivitiesCultureKyushuSightseeing Kushida Shrine, one of Fukuoka’s most famous sites Kushida Shrine is one of Fukuoka's most well-known historical sites and a place where visitors come to pray for long…Lauren LewisApril 2, 2016
FoodKyushuShopping Tsukushi mochi, a traditional and popular Japanese sweet Tsukushi mochi is a popular souvenir from Fukuoka that combines some of the best ingredients in Japanese sweets to create…Lauren LewisApril 1, 2016
FoodKyushu Murahachi, a stylish local izakaya in Saga Murahachi is a great restaurant to dine at, with plenty to offer in terms of western and Japanese food, and…Lauren LewisMarch 20, 2016
FoodKyushu Sample Fukuoka’s Famous Food, Mentaiko! One of Fukuoka’s most famous foods, mentaiko is marinated cod roe. The variety known as karashi mentaiko – or spicy…Lauren LewisMarch 20, 2016
FoodKyushu Try a unique version of a traditional Japanese sweet Yokan is a traditional Japanese sweet made from red bean paste, with a smooth texture and shaped into cubes.Lauren LewisMarch 19, 2016
ActivitiesKyushu A day trip to a hot spring, Yoshinogari Sazanka no Yu is one of Saga’s lesser known hot springs. Set in a beautiful and quiet location, it is…Lauren LewisMarch 19, 2016
FoodKyushu A British style cafe/tearoom in the heart of Saga Japan has no shortage of beautiful cafes and cakes. In Saga City, Musenkan – a small cafe with a variety…Lauren LewisMarch 18, 2016
ActivitiesCultureKyushuSightseeing Arita in Saga, 4 less known Places worh visiting! Famous for Arita porcelain (Arita yaki), Arita also much more for those who want experience nature, a few cultural activities…Lauren LewisMarch 18, 2016
ActivitiesKyushuSightseeing See around 10,000 cranes! Japan’s largest crane migration spot Nature lovers will not want to miss this. Every winter from around October to March, the countryside of Izumi is…Lauren LewisMarch 11, 2016
FoodKyushuShopping Trying A Famous Local Sweet, Umegae Mochi Invented in the town of Dazaifu, Umegae Mochi is a kind of sweet dumpling filled with red bean paste and…Lauren LewisMarch 7, 2016
ActivitiesCultureKyushuSightseeing An Important Cultural and Historical Site – Yoshinogari Historical Park One of Saga’s most famous sites, Yoshinogari Historical Park is the site of an ancient village taking you back through…Lauren LewisMarch 1, 2016
ActivitiesEventsKyushu Hot air balloon festival in Saga Saga's hot air balloon festival, "Saga International Balloon Fiesta," is sure to delight with lights and airborne spectacle.Lauren LewisFebruary 29, 2016
ActivitiesKyushuSightseeing Minamata, a peaceful, beautiful and eco-friendly seaside retreat Sadly known for a tragedy in the past, today Minamata is one of Japan's most peaceful, beautiful and eco-friendly seaside…Lauren LewisFebruary 27, 2016
ActivitiesKyushuSightseeing Exploring one of Saga’s hidden gems, Karatsu With its small town atmosphere Karatsu, on the coast of Saga prefecture on the coast city is a hidden gem…Lauren LewisFebruary 24, 2016
KyushuSightseeing Cherry Blossoms in Ogi Park, Saga Ogi famous for Ogi Youkan, a sweet bean paste, features quiet and has some beautiful sights with Ogi Park and…Lauren LewisFebruary 19, 2016
Kyushu The easiest Underground System to use, the Fukuoka Underground The Fukuoka underground, established in 1981 with just three lines making it one of the easiest underground systems to use…Lauren LewisFebruary 17, 2016
ActivitiesKyushuShoppingSightseeing Shopping and dining in Fukuoka City As Kyushu’s biggest city, Fukuoka, offers plenty of shopping areas with traditional and modern sights making it grow in popularity…Lauren LewisFebruary 16, 2016