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Nanzoin Temple in Fukuoka: Enter the World's Largest Bronze Reclining Buddha

Nanzoin Temple features the world's largest bronze Buddha. Enter the 41m statue, explore the Seven Lucky Gods tunnel, and hear the priest's lottery jackpot legend.

Fukuoka

Sasaguri

Tourism

Temple
Kushida Shrine: Fukuoka's 1,300-Year-Old Guardian Shrine and Home of the Yamakasa Festival

Kushida Shrine is Fukuoka's guardian shrine, home to the Yamakasa festival. Explore its 1,300-year history, sacred ginkgo trees, and year-round festival floats.

Fukuoka

Hakata

Tourism

Shrine
Best Highball Bar in Fukuoka: Nakasu 1923, Premium Whisky Highball Specialist

Nakasu 1923 is a highball bar in Fukuoka's Nakasu district, serving expertly crafted highballs with premium Japanese whiskies like Yamazaki and Hibiki. Just 2 min from Nakasu-Kawabata Station.

Fukuoka

Hakata

Gourmet
Best Local Izakaya in Fukuoka: Sake Ichiban, a Hakata Favorite for Over 60 Years

Sake Ichiban is a traditional izakaya in Fukuoka's Nakasu, loved by locals for over 60 years. Enjoy Hakata specialties and local sake in a warm atmosphere.

Fukuoka

Hakata

Gourmet

Izakaya & Bistro
Fukuoka Tower Night View Guide 2026: Japan's Top 100 Night Views and Stunning 234m Illuminations

Fukuoka Tower ranks among Japan's Top 100 Night Views. Get timing and access tips to enjoy 123m-high views and 234m seasonal illuminations.

Fukuoka

Hakata

Tourism

Night view
Japan Night View Heritage
Towers
Fukuoka Castle Guide 2026 | Phantom Tower Revival? Edo-Era Turrets, 1,000 Cherry Trees & Demon Slayer Connection

Did the castle tower really exist? A complete guide to Fukuoka Castle, now in the spotlight after a 2024 discovery. From historic turrets to 1,000 cherry trees and the Demon Slayer connection—everything you need before visiting.

Fukuoka

Hakata

Tourism

Japanese castle
100 famous castles in Japan
Nationally designated Places of Scenic Beauty
Showa Retro Kissaten in Fukuoka: Matsushita Kinenkan Near Akasaka Station

A Showa retro kissaten near Fukuoka's Akasaka Station. Matsushita Kinenkan serves nel drip coffee amid ivy-covered walls and vintage charm.

Fukuoka

Hakata

Gourmet

Cafe
Walking Fukuoka Castle: A Field Report Seeking the View from the Castle Tower

Walk through Fukuoka Castle toward the panoramic view from the castle tower. A field report exploring historic gate ruins and stone walls.

Fukuoka

Hakata

Tourism

Japanese castle
100 famous castles in Japan
Nationally designated Places of Scenic Beauty
Koedo Kofu Hanakoji Guide: Edo-Style Streets and Yamanashi Cuisine Near Kofu Castle

Koedo Kofu Hanakoji is a new attraction near Kofu Castle, recreating the Edo-period townscape. Discover 12 shops offering Yamanashi cuisine and Kameya-za, a theater reviving Edo's entertainment culture.

Yamanashi

Kofu City

Tourism
Why Did the Battle of Sekigahara Happen? Japan's Greatest Power Struggle Explained

Learn why the Battle of Sekigahara happened in 1600. This guide explains the power struggle between Tokugawa Ieyasu and Ishida Mitsunari after Toyotomi Hideyoshi's death.

Japanese history and culture

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