We are always fascinated with gentle colors and scent of wisterias at Kawachi Wisteria Garden (Kawachi fujien) in Kitakyushu. As we have mild winter this year, it is predicted that full bloom season is coming earlier than usual (beginning of…
This is the night view from Mt.Sarakura (622m)! Kitakyushu city was chosen as the Japan’s three night views in 2018! There are several night view spots in the city such as Mt. Sarakura, Wakamatsu area, Mojiko Retro area, Adachi park…
Kokura Loop Bus has been operated since December 1. It’s in a trial period till February 28, 2019. Kokura Loop Bus: http://www.kokuraloop.com/en/ At this website, they show attractions near each bus stop, such as sightseeing spots, museums, stores, and so…
Kokura was the target city to be dropped Atomic Bomb on Aug 9, 1945, but American B-29 couldn’t keep clear vision to drop on that day. As a result, American B-29 changed it’s destination to Nagasaki…. Guess why Kokura was…
Have you walked under the sea? There is a very unique tunnel connecting Kyushu and Honshu in Mojiko. The tunnel is 780 m long and we can walk to Shimonoseki in 15 mins. Find the border between Fukuoka prefecture and…
Toilet Museum is loctated in south of the central Kokura. TOTO is the world leading sanitary company, and it’s head office is in Kokura. It will be fun & unique experience to visit!! Information: TOTO Museum Open: 10:00 am to…
KUROSAKI Soft Icecream at KOMARU Cafe in Kurosaki, Kitakyushu. It is incredibly sophisticated “Soft Ice Cream” ! Super tasty! Information: Hyougashiya KOMARU Open: 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm Closed on: Irregular Address: 13-5 Yachiyomachi, Yahatanishi-ku, Kitakyūshū-shi, Fukuoka-ken 802-0007 TEL: +81-(0)93-644-2032…
Enjoyed taking pictures of KOKURA CASTLE from different angles in Kokura, Kitakyushu. Which one do you like the best? Information: Kokura Castle Open: “This castle is closed for renovation construction until 31 Mar 2019.” Address: 2-1 Jonai, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyūshū-shi, Fukuoka-ken…
Sandwich Factory OCM is the long standing “Handmade Sandwitch” restaurant in Kokura, Kitakyushu. Choose 2 ingredients what you want to sand at the counter! The white breads used for this sandwich are from SHIROYA Bakery. I ordered “Original and Chiken”…