Felt like some of the displays are not related to the house. However the garden was so beautiful and the house looked amazing from there.

I came for the Hina doll festival which is from February-March. Beautiful displays of Hina dolls. There wasn't too much English so i couldn't follow the history of the house that much but it is a beautiful estate. There is a parking lot right in front for 300 yen

Beautiful garden and traditional Japanese house. During the Girls Day Festival, you can see a truly impressive disply of dolls.

House of the coal king of Japan

It’s an old historical house. It’s interesting.

The place is huge and beautiful. It holds a deep history and the collection inside is just beyond words. Difficult to get there but worth the time.

Such an unusual property to visit, a very large villa from the Meiji era with some western style rooms and superb tatami areas. Second floor room with super view of an elaborate stroll garden. Exciting displays of dolls, possibly purchased on extensive world tour. Temporary exhibition of prints about coal mining locally ( well, what else do you think paid for all this luxury)

Magnificent waterfall with little visitors on a Spring weekday. One can relax at the pavilion with one's face brushed by occasional breeze while listening to the noise of falling water and rhythm of the wind chimes installed around the pavilion.

There are two parking spots close by one is a little bit closer but smaller and only has space for a handful of cars. We parked in the bigger parking lot and walked uphill for maybe 200m before we got to the gate that leads into a forest area with a beautiful bridge and the stairs to the temple. This is route 1 and leads to the temple first before continuing to the waterdall. The stairs are somewhat uneven so you have to pay attention when climbing up to the temple. Same goes for the stairs that lead down from the temple to the waterfall. The second route is not as steep and in way better shape. It seems to be a little easier and more people used it. The waterfall itself was very beautiful and children were playing in the refreshing water. It was perfect for a hot day!

Greeny and cool environment.there have two ways to reach to the waterfall.one is through the temple by climbing the stairs which is very hard but surrounding by the nature.other way is very easy to find,lookup the sign boards on your way to the parking.

Lovely place to visit for a walk in nature and a temple visit after with many sculptures. Parking available nearby.

Gorgeous waterfall, with a peaceful environment. I came in December and got to see all the red and yellow leaves falling on a beautiful clear day.

It's a beautiful waterfall roughly 150m or 300m from the road depending on the route taken. There are free parking lots and restaurants on site.

There are 2 ways to go to the waterfalls, 1 is through the temple, which I don’t suggest older people do, we had to climb so many stairs! My asthmatic self was wheezing throughout! But the temple above had a calming serenity because of how untouched and run down it was, and looking at all the Gods placed everywhere even made it breathtaking! 2nd way of accessing it is the one that leads you right where the waterfall lands, easy access! The area around the waterfall looks completely hidden, like it’s a town’s secret! So no tourist info or signs in English.

This is a temple and praying space for Buddhist. People are free to enter but please respect the holy area. Nice area for enjoying nature according to the seasons: from Sakura, Wisteria, and Hydrangea flowers to the changing color of maple leaves. They usually have wisteria festival since wisteria during the Golden Week. Wisteria is probably the most known flowers here. There is a park nearby, offers a sightseeing tower and an open space. The park is worth to visit. Public toilet is available in the temple area. Plenty of parking area, however note that during the peak season it won't be available. Public transports are available, within around 5 minutes walk using bus from Kurosaki or Orio station cost around 400 jpy, or by taxi which cost higher around 3000 jpy.

Great place to see wisteria

The place has its nice smell and very calming place. I will definitely be going back here.😊

Good

Wisteria is so beautiful.

(Translated by Google) To access from JR Kurosaki Station, take the Nishitetsu bus number 40 or 75 on the 1st floor of the Kurosaki Bus Center next door, get off at "Meijicho Danchi" and walk for 5-6 minutes. There is a toilet. However, there is no toilet paper, so either bring flushable type or purchase it at the store for 20 yen. The grounds are large and located on a hilly area, including the adjacent Kichijoji Park (with an observation deck), so there are mainly stepped promenades and stone steps. If you want to take your time and admire the wisteria trellis in front of the main hall, be sure to prepare your feet properly. Birthplace Mountain Kichijoji (Tanjosan Kichijoji, commonly known as Kichijoji). The birthplace of Chinzei Shonin, the second founder of the Jodo sect. The principal image is a wooden seated statue of Amida Nyorai. It is famous as ``Mida of the Belly Belt,'' and the votive tablets used to pray for safe childbirth are prominent. The only time you can directly worship the Gohonzon is during the Gokaicho memorial service, and it is usually kept hidden. On the grounds, there are statues of Nio, Kissho Kannon, Raigo Mida Sanzonbutsu (Kannon Bodhisattva, Amida Nyorai, Seishi Bodhisattva), and statues of Enma. Nagging, a must-see. The bluish rocks from Shikoku are also amazing. In front of the main hall and in front of the Enma-do hall, a pulley device called ``Dainenju'' is hung. When I slowly pull the prayer beads down while reciting Namu Amida Butsu, the wooden beads collide and snap! Crackling! Quite a sound. Ah, this is what I heard earlier. I want to get rid of my earthly desires and try to get along in a bright and honest manner. It's a temple where you can enjoy the beauty of flowers and trees throughout the four seasons, but when you think of Kichijoji, it's definitely the wisteria flowers! The best time to see Noda Fuji, which is said to be over 160 to 170 years old, is from mid-April to late April. Several types of wisteria have been planted, and their blooming times are slightly different. I hear many people say that they thought they missed the best time to see the flowers this year, but they were relieved that the late-blooming varieties were blooming. The Wisteria Festival is held from April 27th to 29th every year, which is the peak season. Stalls are lined up and Kichijo Taiko is performed. Admission is free, but wisteria requires time and money to prune and maintain. I would like to pay more than 100 yen out of gratitude. It's also a good idea to buy Buddha lottery tickets, lucky charms, and sweets. This is the season when the famous 400 yen soft serve ice cream flavored with wisteria flowers becomes delicious. Take a slightly sweet wisteria rice cracker (sold separately for 110 yen per bag of 2 pieces, also available in boxes) as a souvenir. Please note that the parking lot is not available during the Kichijoji Wisteria Festival. There will be no temporary parking lots near the venue, so please use public transportation. (Original) JR黒崎駅からのアクセスは、隣の黒崎バスセンター1F西鉄バス40番・75番に乗車、「明治町団地」で下車、徒歩5～6分。トイレあり。ただしトイレットペーパーはなく、水に流せるタイプを持参か、売店で20円で購入して使用。敷地は広く、隣接の吉祥寺公園（展望台あり）含めて丘陵地に位置するため、段差のある遊歩道や石段が主。本堂前の藤棚以外もゆっくり眺めてまわりたいなら、足元の準備は万全に。 誕生山吉祥寺（たんじょうさんきちじょうじ、通称きっしょうじ）。浄土宗の第ニ祖・鎮西上人誕生の地。御本尊は木製阿弥陀如来坐像。「腹帯の弥陀」として有名で、安産祈願の絵馬が目立つ。御本尊を直に拝めるのは御開帳法要の日時のみ、普段は秘仏とのこと。敷地内には仁王像、吉祥観音、来迎弥陀三尊仏（観音菩薩、阿弥陀如来、勢至菩薩）、閻魔様のお姿も。お小言、必見。ほか青みを帯びた四国産の岩もすごい。 本堂前と閻魔堂前には「大念珠」という滑車仕掛が提げられている。南無阿弥陀仏を唱えながら念珠をゆっくり下に引くと、木製の珠どうしがぶつかり、パチン！パチパチン！とけっこうな音。あー、さっき聞こえてたのこれだ。煩悩を払い、明るく正しく仲良くを心掛けたい。 四季を通じて花や樹木の美しさを楽しめる寺院だが、吉祥寺といえばやはり、藤の花！樹齢160～170年以上とされる「のだふじ」は4月中～下旬が見ごろ。数種類の藤が植えられており、開花時期が少しずつずれている。今年は見ごろを逃したと思ったが遅咲きの品種が咲いてくれていて助かった、という声も多々聞く。 最盛期となる毎年4月27～29日に「藤まつり」を開催。露店が並び、吉祥太鼓が披露される。入場無料だが、藤は剪定や保全など手間も費用もかかるもの。感謝の気持ちで百円以上は納めたい。お佛籤や、縁起物、甘いものを購入するのもよい。名物である藤の花の香りを足したソフトクリーム400円がちょうどおいしくなる季節。ほんのり甘い藤せんべい（バラ売り2枚入1袋110円、箱入もあり）を土産に。 なお、吉祥寺藤まつりの開催期間中は駐車場は利用できない。会場周辺に臨時駐車場なども開設されないので、公共交通機関を利用して。

(Translated by Google) The wisteria was in full bloom. Apparently there is a parking fee during the Wisteria Festival. During the Wisteria Festival, it will also be illuminated at night. Parking is available at the front and back. There are stairs at the front, so wheelchair users are recommended at the back. (Original) 藤が満開でした。 藤まつりの時は駐車場代が取られるようです。 藤まつり期間は、夜間ライトアップもされるようです。 駐車場は、表側と裏側にあります。 表は階段があので、車椅子等は、裏側おすすめ。

It's a nice place for family activities. There are plenty of animals you can pet, feed, sometimes get a ride. An admission fee is super inexpensive. Facilities are runnung down but there's no problem. We made chicken sausage, fed and petted animals, eat lunch at a restaurant, got a pony ride for my son, had a great time.

A dream place to go with younger kids! Goats, horses, rabbits and the likes in a very relaxing place. Icing on the cake, nothing is overpriced.

It seems the animals are well treated. They are all very friendly (except the horses but that's due to their natural character). Really cheap too! Also the 200 yen to enter the petting zoo area is worth it!

Nice place for family outdoor activity. There is archery range, we can practice shooting. They provide the bows and arrows!

lots of cute animals, no crowd. perfect for family visit.

Great day out for kids

Wide park!

There are almost no reviews about the team labs part of this hotel. I’m here to change that. This destination was on my want to go ever since I went to TeamLabs PLANETS in Tokyo. We walked into the hotel and were blown away by the stunning art pieces. We enjoyed delicious complimentary welcome drinks under the lanterns. Then, we began to explore the art pieces in the ruined parts of the hotel. Many don’t understand that the ruined parts of the hotel are not under construction, they are remnants of an old onsen that was operational in the 60s and the 70s. It’s not under construction, it was internationally left to ruin. That’s why the teamlabs art pieces play with that, leaving an interesting vibe, new art pieces interacting with the old ruins. This made for an otherworldly, albeit beautiful vibe, reminiscent of a post apocalyptic kind of feeling. The onsen itself was spectacular. It was absolutely stunning, with fireplace rooms with snacks, multiple hot pools and cold plunge pools, and various steam rooms and saunas. You are missing out if you go. The architecture is Scandinavian inspired, with beautiful, big windows in an open garden. And finally, the teamlabs park itself: we went at night, and the details were stunning. I was transported to another world, where azalea bushes glowed like ocean waves, and where digital koi swam in a giant pond.

Mifuneyama Rakuen, a renowned 500,000-square-meter Japanese garden at the base of Mount Mifune in Takeo, Saga Prefecture, offers stunning seasonal vistas, including vibrant spring blooms and autumn foliage. However, the site’s appeal is tempered by evident maintenance shortcomings, such as unchecked overgrowth of creeping vines on mature trees and other unmanaged vegetation, which detract from its pristine aesthetic. Visitors are advised to plan accordingly, prioritizing peak seasons for optimal enjoyment.

Pleasant garden grounds, featuring a quaint bit murky pond, plus a grand mountain face overseeing proceedings within the garden below. Team Lab collaboration currently on, but only seems to be at night, and even the day time exhibition in the bathhouse ruins was closed. There’s a significant walk to a sacred tree on the east side, with the forest path being pretty narrow and somewhat insecure in places, all to end in not very much.

I had a great stay! Beware that if you book a room with a private hot spring, there is a chance you'll have to deal with bugs. Staff were really nice. Food was really good. The hot spring is amazing. Also, you can visit both the hot springs and teamlab for free if you're a hotel guest.

We have been there by night. Very beatiful walk through the iluminated garden.

This could be a 5 star attraction but, instead it is in dire need of maintenance and grounds keeping. Nature has a way of being amazing despite people's lack of attention. Plenty closed off areas, very little signage, electrical wires everywhere and a general appearance of untidiness. Considering they charge 600¥ per person and there were bus loads of people coming and going. They could at least do basic maintenance and clean up. It probably was a beautifully kept up park but sadly it has been let go to long. I hope they can clean it up before it is too late.

A beautiful garden full of seasonal flowers. We visited during cherry blossom season, but before full bloom. I felt it really came alive at night with the illuminations. There is also a teamLab exhibition tucked in the hillside that connects with a hotel there. The art is beautiful and worth seeing if you enjoy other similar exhibitions. At first I was shocked that the building seemed so dirty, but it's supposed to be a Ruins exhibition. Also, it's on the smaller side, but I felt the price reflected that. Probably easiest access by car, but there was free parking. I would love to come back and see the azaleas in full bloom, the photos look beautiful.

Strong recommend for those who love to read! This library combines with cafe, the design is new and it is open for public. I really love the children reading area which is located beside this library. The photo spot is good to have an overview of this library.

A key landmark at Takeo. Nice architecture with a main library and a kids library by the side. Night time is even better with lights on. 2nd floor and part of ground floor are library area. They do have cafe (Starbucks) and some books/magazines/souvenirs （Tsutaya) on the ground floor. There are only two spots in the library where you can take photos in order not to disturb others, so pls keep in mind.

Very beautiful library. I visited during spring but the building a bit warm and heated. Worth to stop a few hours on the route to Nagasaki from Fukuoka. There is another cute kid library next door. Can visit nearby shrine.

I’ve never had a library on my to do list on any free weekend but the Takeo library found it’s way on there last month. First off, what really allured me into going there was air conditioning. Yep, if you haven’t spent a summer in Kyushu then you haven’t felt real heat and humidity…seriously worse than the swamps of Florida or the stickiness of Singapore. The kind of heat you just know is disrespecting you on purpose. Anywho, I wanted to do an indoor activity and this was the perfect place to lounge around for hours and look at books I can’t read because they’re in Nihongo, but the pictures were dope. But the library also speaks the universal language of coffee so enjoy some Starbucks, skim through the magazines while your sweaty shirt dries.

In 2013, Takeo City entrusted the operation to Culture Convenience Club (CCC), which operates Japan's largest franchise bookstore, Tsutaya. CCC's operational know-how, introduced in Korea through a book titled "Tsutaya, the Place Where Tastes Are Designed," has permeated Takeo Library. CCC President and CEO Muneaki Masuda is famous for transforming a bookstore that sells books into a comprehensive lifestyle shop that offers books and music and suggests lifestyles. He achieved great success by instilling "sensibility," which is often mentioned among the younger generation, into a bookstore. Like Tsutaya Bookstore, CCC increased the number of open bookshelves in Takeo Library and introduced a bookstore, cafe, etc. The operating hours have been extended from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and the library is open 365 days a year so that people can use it at any time.

Shouldn’t say it is a library or book shop, it should be treat as an art space of books. Photo are only allowed in designated area to preserve quite environment for library user. Book shops and Starbucks are mix with the library itself. Fun experience.

Saw this library in the list of most beautiful libraries in the world. I haven’t really been to any and this is the first one. Indeed it was beautiful. I don’t know though if it’s worth it to travel all the way just to see the library and eat/drink Starbucks. Ahaha. But what I did was also go to Takeo Onsen. That way, travelling to Takeo itself becomes a proper trip.

Based on a last visit in July 2025 Fukuoka's version of Shinjuku, Kyoto, or Nanba stations and by far the alpha station the entire metro area. In fact, at a glance the exterior is very similar to that of Kyoto station, particularly the tall facade of the west entrance. Super well integrated with retails, you can find anything in it. One of the metro lines runs to the airport, which is unusually close to the downtown, making it a convenient hub and starting point to explore the area.

I took the Shinkansen straight from Kyoto and arrived at Hakata Station which is the main gateway to Fukuoka and Kyushu. The layout here is surprisingly easy to read for such a major hub, with clear signs in multiple languages and a smooth connection process. What makes it even more convenient is that the station is directly linked to several metro lines, so within minutes I was already on my way to the Ritz-Carlton Fukuoka. It’s one of those stations that feels big but never overwhelming, striking the right balance between functionality and comfort.

Hakata Station (博多駅) is the largest and busiest railway terminal in Kyushu, located in Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City. Serving as a major transportation hub, it connects travelers to various destinations across Japan via the San’yō and Kyushu Shinkansen lines, as well as local and regional train services .

The Shinkansen emerges from the west like breath from the sea. Hakata Station hums with laughter, food stalls, and the perfume of ramen broth drifting through the air. Businessmen, families, and travelers share benches, their suitcases reflecting lantern light. Here begins the soft warmth of Kyūshū — a journey not of speed but of rediscovery. Tourist Tip: Final stop for San’yō Line. Transfer to Kyūshū Shinkansen and Fukuoka Metro. Visit Canal City, Tenjin, Kushida Shrine, and Nakasu Yatai for night food stalls. Try Hakata ramen with thin noodles and rich broth. Major gateway between Honshu and Kyūshū. Transfer to Fukuoka Metro, local JR lines, or airport buses.

Nice station, easy to find locker to save your luggage

The station serves as the main transportation hub in FUK. The 2 major metro lines run past this station, hence it’s easy to get around the city. It’s also the base for trains and shinkansens to move around Kyushu and beyond. Despite its size-large, it’s easy to navigate around as its good layout with proper signages makes life easy. I must say most 🇯🇵 major transit hubs are superbly planned, 👍🏻 if you tire of the station, just move out to linked shopping hubs around it. There are plenty of choices. You can practically spend a whole day in the station and its nearby vicinity. Plenty of places to eat and drink.

Stayed Hakata from Dec. 27-Jan.6 & pretty much in & out here plus dined few times in the basement food court. The lighting in front of the station is amazing & glorious. There are many department stores surrounding it. It’s indeed, a modern multifunctional station. Love it very much.

This place feels like an isle of calm inside a bustling city, it amazes me how quiet it was in here! It feels like being taken back 300 years in time, the buildings were incredible and everyone I saw bowed to the shrines and was very respectful, contributing to the atmosphere. There were many small temples and even a pond with koi fish in it. So far my favourite place in all of Fukuoka!

Let’s go visit some temples while in Fukuoka. This is just one of many and all that I visited were beautiful. I’m absolutely positive that I missed a bunch but at some point it gets overwhelming or just starts looking the same. Not being disrespectful but it’s a lot.

A must-visit spot in Fukuoka! Kushida Shrine is rich in history and culture, with a peaceful atmosphere and beautiful architecture. The decorative Yamakasa floats are stunning—even outside of festival season. Easy to access from Hakata Station, and perfect for a quick spiritual stop or a deeper cultural experience. Highly recommended for anyone exploring Hakata!

Nestled conveniently in the heart of Hakata, the Kushida Shrine is an absolute gem and a must-visit for anyone exploring Fukuoka. As one of the city's oldest shrines, it offers a peaceful escape and a tangible connection to centuries of Japanese culture, all without costing a single yen. Stepping through the imposing wooden gate, you're immediately struck by the shrine's immaculate condition. The grounds are well-maintained and spotlessly clean, radiating an aura of respect and tranquility. Despite its central location near Gion Station (just a minute's walk from the metro), the atmosphere inside is remarkably peaceful and unhurried. Visiting on a weekend, I was pleasantly surprised to find it uncrowded, allowing for quiet contemplation and easy exploration. While the shrine complex isn't sprawling, its compact size feels intimate rather than limiting. The main hall and auxiliary buildings are beautiful examples of traditional Shinto architecture, featuring intricate woodwork, gleaming brass, and the distinctive thatched roof of the main hall. Every corner feels highly photogenic, from the majestic ancient gingko tree to the ornate lanterns and the vibrant sub-shrines dotting the grounds. Informative plaques provide fascinating insights, making it a great place to learn about the region's rich history and spiritual traditions.

Kushida Shrine another free shrine and is one of Fukuoka’s larger and busiest shrines, bustling with visitors throughout the day. There’s plenty to see, from impressive architecture to traditional decorations, but be prepared for crowds that can make photography challenging. You can also buy fortune slips here—if your luck isn’t great, you can tie the slip to a designated tree to leave the bad fortune behind. A vibrant and lively spot that’s well worth a visit.

Kushida-jinja is a Shinto shrine located in Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Japan. Dedicated to Amaterasu and Susanoo, it is said to have been founded in 757. The Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival is centred on the shrine.

Entire busloads of Korean and Chinese tourists arrive full throttle in front of Kushida Shrine. They pour out in tight groups, and the shrine’s calm is shattered. Within minutes, this sacred place turns into a tourist crossroads, saturated with selfies and noise.

There are a number of stalls lined up along the canal. They all serve similar foods, ranging from onden to yakitori and ramen. It’s fast paced eating in a crammed space. A unique experience but not necessarily the most enjoyable. Food is just alright for the price.

The Yatai experience was a bit overwhelming with so many stalls to choose from. We ended up picking one with a shorter line and quickly got seats. We ordered oden, grilled beef, and grilled mentaiko. We especially liked the grilled items—they were soft and tasty. We also had a glass of highball each. The atmosphere was fast-paced and quite cramped. Also it was quite expensive, total for this order was in It was $41sgd; more about the experience than enjoyment for us

The ambiance and food is good, but some stuffs like the drinks is kind of overpriced. Worth trying it for first time.

I think it is okay to try one of these food stalls if you are a tourist. Just once though. But the very good ones have super long lines and the so-so ones are tourist traps. Why tourist traps? While you wait (in the rain when we went) they take your order and after about 20 to 30 mins waiting (this one was one of the so-so ones) you get to sit down and the food arrives when we sit and they were all cold already. And you can only order once while you were standing on line. So you eat these cold items while you look for condiments that were all empty… bill comes when you about to leave and it is close to Yen 3000 for some yakitori sticks and a side dish of grilled asparagus and mushrooms. Skip these stalls unless you enjoy standing on a line and get cold food at the end. There are plenty of izakaya in Nakasu just a few feet away from these very expensive and inconvenient yatais.

The place is always packed with people. It makes sense that the stalls want to accommodate as many people as possible. Hopefully, more space could be given to the stalls so that more people can enjoy the wonderful food.

I had a fun time eating outside watching the sun go down but it definitely felt touristy. I think everyone should try it once when they go to Fukuoka but it's a little over priced for the food that you get.

Sadly there were not many yatai when I visited. The one I went to was nice. Proces at all of them are exorbitant but you're paying for the experience of a dying tradition.

A stunningly beautiful and convenient underground walkthrough mall that connects to many shops and buildings in the area, especially when it's too hot, too cold, too windy or too sunny, this underground walkthrough mall helps in all weather conditions and situations with many fine details in the interior to be found. A great way to spend time looking around and a convenient way to get wherever you're going 😊👍

This underground mall is long stretching from Tenjin station (orange line) to Tenjin Minami station (green line). There are 2 major thoroughfare with shops lining both sides. So make sure you walk through both as there’s lots to see. Retail and fnb plentiful. There are many entry and exit points to surface in case you get phobia of being underground for so long 😉 there are also exits to various large shopping complexes like Daimaru etc. look out for a ladies restroom which is amazing and definitely not what u often see. It’s more like a powder room than a restroom with nice interior and decor. No such luck for men 😡 🤪

Very convenient underground mall with access to all the department stores nearby. You can quite literally spend an entire day here shopping, because it has all the shops you need. You can also get food here and some really delicious matcha. The bathrooms are clean and accessible. Highly recommend coming here to shop, but it does get crowded.

They close on 20:00 sharp! I am really surprised suddenly the staff press the shop door on the exact 20:00 🤣 A good place to shop local or international brand with luxury vibe street style

One of the most impressive infrastructures in Fukuoka connecting a vast array of shopping malls, buildings, and transport network; allows one to move around the area without experiencing the harsh summer weather; also a good variety of shops and restaurants connected by this underground arcade

An interesting indoor shopping street with various shops on both sides. Unique architecture design providing a convenient passageway to travel without worrying about the traffic on the road. It is connected to major department stores/malls and Subway Stations.

Tenjin Underground Mall is a long, stylish shopping arcade beneath the city, lined with boutiques, cafes, and convenience stores. It’s clean, well-lit, and easy to navigate, offering a comfortable escape from the weather. Great for browsing, grabbing a coffee, or people-watching. Conveniently connected to Tenjin Station and nearby malls and so very busy on the weekends.

Amazing park! During the summer its very hot but lots of big trees which gives a lot of shade when needed. For ¥250 we also visited the Japanese garden, 10/10 recommend. Very relaxing and quiet, not a lot of people.

Ohori Park is a spacious, well-maintained park with plenty of joggers and a separate path for walkers, making it enjoyable for everyone. Free to enter, the paths are clean, with nice views across the lake and a pleasant walkway through the middle. You’ll see dog walkers and locals relaxing throughout the day. Toilets are clean, Western style, and adequate. Easy to reach from Hakata Station by bus #9 — about 260 JPY per person.

Many of the facilities are thoughtfully designed and very practical. It’s a great place for families of all ages to relax and spend time together. There’s a large playground, as well as barbecue and picnic areas. You can rent boats by the lake, and there’s also a museum to visit. It’s an excellent spot to let your pets roam, ideal for seniors to take leisurely walks, and perfect for young people to go jogging. There are also many dining options nearby, so you can easily spend an entire day here.

We were visiting Hakata-Fukuoka on a cruise liner and decided to visit Ohori Park. We took a train to the park... a large man-made lake (pond) with bridges to a small central island. At one end is a Japanese Garden (200 yen entry per adult) which is well worth a visit. Toilets are available inside the gardens. Car parking also available.

If you’re in the area come for a walk or run. Super cool area with tons to see or just relax and enjoy the scenery. The castle was closed when we went but we got some tea and small bites from a shop along the trail.

A beautiful place to chill and unwind. Ohori Park is perfect for a relaxing walk, a quiet picnic, or just enjoying the peaceful lake view. Many people come here to jog, sit by the water, or simply take in the calm surroundings. A great spot to slow down and enjoy Fukuoka’s nature.

Absolutely stunning park, it's humongous! You can walk around it leisurely and it'll take any an hour. Very relaxing place with a little island in the middle of the lake. Lots of animals and some snack bars around. Perfect to chill out at on a sunny day.

Comparing the place, the ticket price is high. Overhyped. I think the space is not enough for too many people. They should limit the number of people so that everyone can enjoy the place. There is no seating option, so it is difficult to stand for long periods of time and enjoy the view. If I had known this beforehand, I would not have gone because I have severe back pain. You can't even sit on the floor. There are some places to take pictures, but if you ask the staff there, they won't take pictures, you have to ask the person behind the line to take pictures. So it's better if you can go with your own group. Overall I don't like it.

I know it’s a touristy spot but it’s something that you should go to see especially if it’s an nice cloud free day. I’d probably recommend going at night or during sunset because you’ll get the best views. If you go on a weekend I’d probably recommend you buy your tickets early to skip the line. Don’t forget to check out the gift shop and walk across the street to check out the other places.

Not the Tower's fault, we took a gamble on if the weather would hold out. The rain and clouds came about 10 minutes after we got to the top. Once the clouds hit, we couldn't see anything. It had a 6 stamp rally. Photos to take awesome foggy photos in 2 spots. There is a love locket and a pin ball machine to get your fortune! We still had a good time with what we had!

Great spot for panoramic views of Fukuoka and Hakata Bay. Best time is around sunset — city lights look amazing. The tower area is clean, modern, and easy to reach. Not a long visit but worth it for the scenery and photos.

Video and photo taken with an iPhone 12, so it doesn’t do the view justice. Breathtaking sunset views of Fukuoka. Little to no waiting time. Glass windowed Elevator allows for views on the way up as well. The observation deck was spacious enough for everyone, not as crowded as Kyoto tower. Definitely a must-visit if you’re in Fukuoka!

I went there at the end of july and it was a great experience, even though there was a lot of people there, it didn’t hinder me from getting good photos of the sunset of the sea. The surrounding beach environment is really picturesque at sunset.

The night view of Fukuoka is exceptionally impressive, with a relatively low number of visitors. I visited the location around 8pm on a weekday. There are staff members present who provide guidance and information about the building in Japanese. While purchasing tickets on-site is acceptable, it is recommended to reserve tickets online in advance to avoid queues.

Beautiful shrine, bit hard to get to, 30 minutes walk from a train station if you don't take the bus. Visited 13th April and saw loads of cherry blossom trees.

Worth the ride to see this beautiful place! Easy commute only 30+ mins to get to Fukuma from Hakata, and a quick mini bus (no.2 the blue line) ride. I walked back to the train station along the main road it only took 30-35 mins.

It is a spectacular shrine, and it is well decorated during this special summer event time. There are many nice shrines also around the main shrine for exploration, we can take photos freely and there is no entrance free. This is definitely a top shrine to be visited!

I was able to visit the shrine during its festival and received a commemorative goshuin. I also got to see the procession, and there were several snack booths as well. The shrine has many stairs, but it’s definitely worth the climb and offer intentions. We took the JR train from Hakata to Fukuma Station, then a bus that stops directly at Miyajidake Shrine. Visited in late September 2025.

This Shrine is awesome, there's so much to see and pray at The area is very large and spacious. There wasn't a crowd, no waiting and no dress code. Admission is Free. Parking is down the street with a 2 minute walk. Worth visiting if you're looking for good luck, love, family, healthy kids...etc. Highly recommended. You won't be disappointed.

Very nice shrine. Highly recommend. If you do come during mid October there are a lot of people to see the sunset which aligns with the street. So depending on your arrival it will be a long wait.

I went to see sunset but the weather was cloudy so I could see but the place is so peaceful and beautiful ❣️❣️

A place you feel good being there. I went from Tokyo, flew to Fukuoka and took a bus and door to door totally took me 5 hours but i really enjoyed the experience. Clean air to clean my soul.

Great shrine that has one of the oldest shrine history in Japan. Three female deities are enshrined separately and two of them are in isolated islands but you can visit them virtually all in one location as they have two little shrine branches here in the back of the main building. Spiritual feeling there as walking there. It's free. Only the optional treasure museum requires the fee.

we should use a taxy from JR TOGO st. because there's only one bus in 1hr. and I don't know why, busses leave TOGO station before trains reach. However, there are so many beautiful small shline and atmosphere is so clean! sometimes, pack tourist from south KOREA and CHINA are noisy. but after some ten minuits, they will go away with big busses. and when you have a good luck, you can find nice taxy driver and he/she takes you a miyadhidake shrine through special place! and it costs only 2,800 JPY inc tax and chips. OOHPS, Munakata Taisha is world wide famous place! I recommend you when you go to Munakata Taisha, to go to Miyadgidake Jinja,too.

this place is amazing. i could feel the traditional vibes. and also they had 100 years tree that is full of mystic. if u go deep inside theres a forest and people put a wish tag in the boards

One of the first pagodas I have visited in Japan. Fortunately, it was an amazing experience. Despite the language barrier, I could feel the traditional in every little thing around here. Especially the forrest which likely brings visitors to a peaceful world. The history and legend of this place can be searched on Internet easily though.

I could feel the breeze😌

First time visiting this shrine that was designated as a World Heritage Site and exactly one year ago. The outdoor Kabuki performance by world renowned Ebizo Ichikawa was the highlight that started at dusk. Crowd control of the 3000+ patrons was flawless and the city even arranged for additional express buses to the JR station before and after the performance

(Translated by Google) ...castles, buildings, towers, and structures in Japan that you have ever seen or visited Many of them are distilled from the brains of leading designers of the country and the world. ..."Tatsuno Kingo": The country's leading architect who has left many classic works, including Sakuramon, the main gate that has become an important symbol of "Takeo Onsen". ... Onsen with a history spanning thousands of years​ And important people in the history of the country have experienced the value of the natural power of this water source. The design and construction of Sakuramon in 1915 is outstanding and in harmony with the long history of the area. If you have visited You will love the limitless power of the human brain. That designed the Sakura Monk, which is as beautiful as a work of art that will last as long as time. (Original) ...ปราสาท,อาคาร, หอคอย​ และสิ่งปลูกสร้างในญี่ปุ่น​ ที่คุณเคยผ่านตาหรือเที่ยวชม​ หลายแห่งล้วนกลั่นจากสมองของนักออกแบบชั้นนำของประเทศและของ​โลก. ..."Tatsuno Kingo" : สถาปนิกชั้นแนวหน้าของประเทศผู้ฝากผลงานสุดคลาสสิกมากมาย​ รวมทั้ง​ ซากุระมง​ (Sakuramon)​ ประตูใหญ่​ที่กลายเป็นสัญลักษณ์สำคัญของ​"Takeo Onsen". ... ออนเซ็นที่มีประวัติศาสตร์ยาวนานนับพันปี​ และบุคคลสำคัญในหน้าประวัติศาสตร์ของประเทศเคย​สัมผัสคุณค่าจากพลังธรรมชาติของแหล่งน้ำแห่งนี้​ การออกแบบ​และจัดสร้างซากุระมง​ ในปี​ 1915 ที่โดดเด่นและกลมกลืนกับประวัติศาสตร์ยาวนานของพื้นที่​ ถ้าคุณได้เยี่ยมชม​ คุณจะชื่นชอบในพลังสมองไร้ขีดจำกัดของมนุษย์​ ที่ออกแบบซากุระมง​ซึ่งงดงามดั่งงานศิลปะเคียงคู่กาลเวลาตราบนานเท่านาน.

(Translated by Google) It reminds me of Akama Shrine in Yamaguchi Prefecture. (Original) 山口県の赤間神社を思わせます。

I've ridden (bicycle and motorcycle), driven and walked through here and it's always nice. The road is narrow. If you're on a bicycle it can be a bit sketchy, lots of traffic, trucks and buses, but you can push on the sandy trail on the beach side of the road if it gets too hairy. 2023

Really cool place to take a walk. The trees are all slanted and it is amazing how they are all standing. The area is very large and you will multiple areas to park a car to enjoy this amazing pine grove. Plus, it is right next to the a very nice beach that is also worth a visit.

Although trip to Karatsu from Fukuoka took a long time, thabks to Nijo No Marsubara Pine Grove walkikg trail, I felt very proud of my decision. My parent really loved here as well.

2024.10.18 It's super beautiful nature⭐︎.

Beautiful, cool (temperature) and serene. Was a very memorable walk. There are also children's play areas scattered along the path, so great for kids to play and parents to relax. Due to the ground being covered by pine needles a lot of noise is absorbed. The road is less than 100m away from the path but the sound of cars driving by is very faint. If you're in the area, consider giving Karatsu Burger Matsubara Honten a try

Lovely, quiet, beautiful place. Thousands of pine trees are all over the place. Not too many people and the area is huge. You are steping on fallen pine leaves, it is soft and it release a faint of pine fragrance. It is a very nice place for a short walk. I walked 3km from Karatsu Castle to Niji no Matsubara, then another 2km to JR 虹ノ松原駅.

Calm, peace and quite place. Very suitable to relax your mind.

The view here is beautiful, though there are long lines if you want to take photos. We visited as part of a day tour, which I think was the best choice since the location is quite far. Coming here on your own might be a bit challenging.

This spot is usually packed with visitors, making it tough to get a clear photo—whether of the scenery or yourself. I got “lucky” when a sudden downpour cleared the area. Everyone left, and I managed to capture a few shots amidst the heavy rain and strong wind.

A very quiet and scenic spot to be. The sea was beautiful, though it has just stopped raining when e arrived. There are 2 parking spots across the road, and the one with the gantry does have a toilet in case anyone is looking for one after a long drive. It was empty when we arrived at around 10am, but there were tourists started coming in by the time we left. So, I reckon it will be good to visit early.

Beautiful when the weather plays along. Not terribly busy on a Sunday afternoon, but still quite a lineup to take that special photo. Nit worth the wait. Just take it from any other angle. IMHO, only worth a visit if you have a car or if you stay in the area. A day trip with public transportation would be a nightmare, if at all possible.

Beautiful place to visit. Just an hour away by bus and can also continue visiting other tourist spots in the city. I went to see the gate and Sakurai Shrine on my trip. Amazing! I have attached a timetable from Hakata Bus Terminal to Futamigaura, the first bus leaves at 8.48am (weekday). You can use IC card to pay, no need to reserve the ticket in advance. (It could get busy on the weekend.

The torii located at the beach such a sight to behold. You can just stare at it while listening to waves as they crash on the rocky coast line of Itoshima. Very relaxing and a very good photo spot. Just a couple of minutes away from Hakata Station. Easily accessible by bus or a combination of train and bus. Got here at around 9am, and is not yet packed with tourists. There are two restaurants nearby where you can eat eel and fresh seafood bowls. Toilets and vending machines are available.

Really cool spot and it wasn't too busy in middle of October. Plenty of paid parking. See the time for the sunset and go 1 hour before to guarantee good shots.

Small castle on top of a hill. There is an elevator to get to the castle ground (¥100/one way) but only stairs inside the castle. Interesting artefacts on display. Great view of Karatsu Bay and town from the top of the castle.

Beautiful small castle. The elevator (200y pp) allows wheelchair access to castle's grounds but not indoors. The staff were super friendly and kind. The view to the ocean was picturesque. Cute cats are always a plus. 🐈 ♡

Nicely renovated castle with an incredible view over Karatsu and the open sea from the top floor! Well worth the climb noting there is also an elevator. I sometime wonder why some Kyushu historical jewels are so much underrated by some famous green guides… Not only Kyushu offers a lot but people are so friendly and food simply too good 👍 Fresh , local and people are proud of their products.

Probably one of the coolest castles I have visited while circumnavigating japan, high on a hill surrounded by water, overlooking the beaches and the city. Soo cool

Must go place, very informative in the museum, nice scene on top floor (5th floor), but beware its windy when staying outdoor.

Beautiful grounds around the castle where you can have a leisurely walk and view the city. For an unrestricted 360-degree view of Karatsu, pay the entrance fee to access the observation deck. Note you can't use the new 500 yen coin, but staff are friendly and helped us to change to an older coin to pay the ticket from the machine.

Pro: it's a beautiful castle that dominates the local landscape. It has amazing views. The 2 hr bus from Fukuoka was worth it just to see the view from the top deck of the castle. There's an incredible view of the sea and nearby islands on one side, and rivers and mountains on the other. The castle is beautiful from the outside, and the entrance was relatively cheap at ¥500. Also, the place is climate controlled. The exhibits have a decent range of pottery, swords, armour, and graphics depicting the region's history. Con: this is a rebuilt castle with a bad interior design, with the tiling looking like it's from a bathroom from the 1990s. There aren't many views until you get to the top deck , because they've remodelled the interior to be more of a museum. For the museum: There is almost no english, and the QR code you scan to read more about the castle asks you to download an app that currently isn't working ( at least on my phone which is a Google Pixel 8). They should just make the place bilingual with Japanese and English so it is easier for the majority of foreign tourists. If you don't care about history, this point won't bother you too much.

I was very disappointed that we couldn't get closer. They were hard to see from far away. Also they were behind glass, so taking pictures was also hard. Costs 310¥ to get in.

I think it's neat and the admission fee isn't too high but why is it behind glass at a distance? Is it too hard to place stanchions? I've seen national treasures on display with less protection. Hopefully they can complete the maintenance of the main venue soon.

The floats were beautiful, and for those who'd like to learn more there are detailed descriptions on the upper floor, as well as a video showing the annual festival. Well worth the entey fare.

Local custom museum, with historical items displayed. Worth going and there are free parking. About 3 minutes drive from the castle.

This was my second time to visit this place but still impressed and enjoy to learn Japanese culture. Very good for family and kids.

Lovely exhibition. If u cant see the festival live, this comes close

Traditional culture experiences

We visited on a Thursday around 10 am. It was drizzling on and off. The parking lot was more than half empty. There weren't too many shops serving hot food, but what we tried was delicious. The grilled scallops and abalone (topped with uni) were my favourites. Other seafood we tried were squid, octopus, and turban snails (sazae). While waiting for the grilled seafood, the shop owner gave us samples of their other goods - the dried sardines had a good chew and were not too sweet. I enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and not having to wade through a crowd, unlike fish markets in the big cities.

Yobuko Morning Market We visited here in the late morning. Many stores not opened or it already closed due to the time. Recommend menus are fried squid and grilled abalones. In the market has cafe and craft beer as well. The atmosphere the day we visited was nice and not too hot, so we enjoy the street food very much.

Arrived just 15 minutes before closing, so the visit was a bit rushed. Still managed to sample a variety of seafood: bbq oysters, turban snails, hotate, cold marinated squid, and dried squid. So much squid—I love it! Prices were slightly higher than expected but still reasonable.

Squid mecca of Kyushu! My husband lurrrrrves squid to the max, so we went at 730AM only to find out that the restaurant he wanted to eat at opened at 1045. We tried to enjoy what we could while there. The highlight was probably the squid helicopter at one of the entrances close to the car park. Non-food merchandise from Karatsu were also being sold at the market. I loved the ceramics the most. If you are into them as well, I would suggest buying the hamaguri-shaped bowl. It is traditional Karatsu kitchenware. We fortunately found a restaurant that had similar service features to what he wanted to dine at- 透明 (clear) squid sashimi, tentacles were cut off and turned into crisp tempura and also grilled. The amounts surprisingly increased when we got them back. Add this to your lists if you enjoy invertebrate breakfasts.

Morning market visited on weekday. Probably not as busy as it would be on weekend and not all vendors were there. The shops opened offered some of the freshest grilled seafood. Must go and experience. Small shop operate by husband and wife team offering grilled squid, octopus, scallops, abalone and other dried seafood snacks should be requisite spot to go upon visit.

A morning market held almost every day. Famous for squid. You may see a squid fishing boat with lots of lamps to attract squid This was once a harbor for hunting whales.

Been here today, around 11am. Not so many seller. Town of squid, should TRY!!

Got an extra ressurection with these when fighting Isshin

Harahoge Jizo (statues of guardian deity of children) Six jizo statues are believed to liberate all life forms from suffering and pain. They are called harahoge jizo because of the hole in the abdominal section.

Their origin was unknown but locals continuously enshrine and take good care of them. Noted on my wonder-tips site.

Cute Jizostatues

Very special atmosphere during severe rain.

Kind of cool spot.

Cool formations, cool that they’re tended to, but not really worth going out of your way to see. There’s not much else to see in the area and it’s not serviced by bus

Great museum. Delicate dioramas with a humorous side, interesting walls of history and a cool interactive kids area. The tower overlooks 400ha of flat land. The video presentation is interesting, showcasing the history then curtain drops down to show the original village. Enjoyed it

Very good museum to trace ancient Japan's relationships with the continent. Kisho Kurokawa's design of the building fits well with the surrounding views.

An interesting museum about the history of Iki and Nagasaki. It was helpful to have English explanations via QR codes and an app. They also showed an English language short video in the theatre. Great views from the observation deck and a cafe for lunch.

The best museum I have been in Japan.So well designed in the environment.The use of the screens and lights inside is superwell done.There is an interactive space for kids too.Many books made by the museum about Iki culture can be obtain in the shop.Must visit! Thanks museum

The initial video was pretty nicely done, I recommend getting an audio guide for the rest of the tour around the museum, definitely go up the observatory and also look at the model village.

This museum is located on a hill overlooking the Haranotsuji Ruins and offers a good bird’s eye view of the site. Noted on my wonder-tips site.

Iki City Ikikoku Museum This m useum is located on a hill overlooking the Haru-no-Tsuji Ruins, designated a National Historic Site by the Japanese governm ent, the form er site of Ikikoku Kingdom m entioned in GishinWajinden (Weizhi Worenchuan).

The most iconic spot in Iki Island. The rock indeed looks like a monkey with his back and his head looking to the left side. There are also a parking lot, a souvenir shop and a toilet here. Free entrance, no tickets, so it is worth for pictures. But other than that, there’s nothing much to do. I visited this place on May 17 at around 5:30 PM, but there was no one here. I guess the reason was that it was still not peak season and was quite late. The sky was gloomy on thay day. Only the rock surprised me cuz it really does resemble a monkey, though the sea view was like “meh…” to me. I think the sea view would have been beautiful if it had been sunny.

Cycled from the port. There are some nice bays along the way. definitely looks like a primate, we were having a discussion on which one. Nice park with plenty of parking there's a small store and a great smoothie caravan which was perfect after our ride. Just before park is the old gun emplacement.

It was very queit but very beautiful! You can get a very nice view of the rock. If you are near you should go for sure!

Great attraction, and fun drive to get there. We arrived late afternoon, so the monkey was backlit by the sun, which made it a little difficult to see. It looked as if the monkey was looked at the sun, which was fun.

It does indeed look like a monkey. (Original a gorilla, some would say.) Nature is fascinating! :-) Easy to get to by bus or car.

Very beautiful place to see the Monkey Rock, a strange guy named Riku offered me a Monkey themed hat and an ancient armor saying it had the soul of a Monkey inside tho... asides from that, beautiful, 10/10's

One of Iki Island's famous spots.

8th wonder of the world this observation deck on Tsushima island. The beauty to behold here is jaw dropping and truly epic.

Road is closed to cars due to maintenance. Warnings posted for pedestrians—unclear if you can reach the top on foot.

Best view in Tsushima.

A must go when visiting Tsushima after parking (for free) you can walk up to the observatory with an amazing view of the island.

Love the place but the stairs aren't for the weak. You've been warned.

Absolutely stunning. Visit the shrine before or after. This was breathtaking!

A place to overlook the bay with great view. Need another 5min hike from the parking lot.

A serene place worthy of a visit on the way to Eboshidake Observatory.

great view on the sea

(Translated by Google) This shrine on Tsushima Island seems to have a long history. We visited at low tide, so the torii gate offshore was connected to the mainland. Behind the main hall is the tomb of Toyotamahime, and the atmosphere was so outstanding that it could be called a power spot. (Original) 対馬にある由緒ありそうな神社。ちようど訪れたタイミングが干潮だったので、沖の鳥居は陸続きになっていました。 本殿の奥には豊玉姫の墓陵があり、これぞパワースポットと言えるほど、雰囲気は抜群でした。

Amazing shrine of tushima ghost of tushima vibes

(Translated by Google) We visited at high tide and low tide. Two of the five torii gates lined up in a straight line stand in the sea, but at low tide they become connected to the mainland. Conversely, at high tide during spring tides, the pond overflows and the tide reaches the parking space. At high tide we couldn't see what was inside the three-pillar torii gate in the pond, but at low tide we could see a scaly rock called Isora Ebisu. Both the three-pillar torii gate and Isora Ebisu are said to be associated with ancient Judaism. Korean nationals are prohibited from worshiping here. (Original) 満潮時と干潮時に訪問。一直線に並んだ5つの鳥居のうち２つは海に立っていて干潮時は陸続きとなります。逆に大潮の満潮時は池が溢れて駐車スペースまで潮が上がってくるそうです。 池の中にある三柱鳥居は満潮時は何があるのか分かりませんでしたが、干潮時は磯良恵比寿(イソラエビス)という鱗状の岩が見えます。三柱鳥居もイソラエビスも古代ユダヤと関連があるとか。 なお、ここは韓国人は参拝禁止となっています。

(Translated by Google) I came here because I heard that this shrine does not allow foreigners, but that did not seem to be the case. I personally agree with this because I think that people with bad manners should be banned from anywhere. However, even though it was a peaceful weekday, there was a mini patrol car and two police officers standing next to the shrine. I wonder what that was all about... The shrine itself was very solemn and magnificent. I put in some offerings and prayed for the safety of my family. The torii gate that leads to the sea is picturesque. (Original) 外国人お断りの神社と聞いてやってきましたがそんな雰囲気は無かったです。マナー悪い人はどこでも出禁で良いと思うので個人的には賛成です。ただし、平日の平和な時間なのに神社の横にミニパト+警官が２名立ってました。どういうことなんだろ。。神社自体は非常に厳かで素晴らしかったです。お賽銭いれて家内安全をお願いしました。海に繋がる鳥居は絵になりますね

(Translated by Google) I visited during the Obon period to pay my respects. I noticed a police car waiting on a nearby road and wondered what was going on, but I'll explain that later... By chance, there were few other tourists, so I was able to visit without any problems. It's a simple shrine, with explanatory signs scattered throughout. As I was strolling around the grounds, I heard angry shouts coming from in front of the shrine office. A group of Korean people were being yelled at by the priest (?). It seemed they'd mistakenly entered the entrance to Toyotamahime no Mikoto's tomb, and he was telling them, "If you've taken even one step, put your money in! Put your money in quickly!" Judging from the behavior of the group of tourists, it seemed they really didn't understand, as the instructions were only in Japanese. "Only those who understand the instructions come here! If you don't understand, don't come," they were repeatedly told. I don't think even Japanese people would recognize it at a glance. There's only a box resembling a fortune-telling slip placed next to the shrine office. Afterwards, they continued to wander around the grounds, constantly keeping an eye out for anything of interest. Seeing this, I understood why police are stationed nearby. I'd like to express my sincere thanks to the police for taking turns patrolling the area... But I'm sure the priests have also been troubled by the bad manners of tourists, which is probably why they're so annoyed. However, I'm worried that this may leave a bad impression on Japanese people. It would be great if we could all come to some kind of solution, such as not treating first-time visitors rudely, clearly indicating the way forward, hiring guide staff to be on-site, or posting large notices in foreign languages. It's difficult, isn't it? (Original) お盆の時期に参拝で伺いました。 近くの道路にパトカーが待機していて何事かと思いましたが、それはのちほど...。 たまたま他の観光客が少なく、難なく参拝できました。神社としてはシンプルな作りで、ところどころに説明書きがあります。 敷地内を散策していると、社務所前から怒号が。韓国人グループが神主さん(？)に怒鳴られていました。豊玉姫命之御陵の入り口に誤って進んでしまったみたいで、「一歩でも進んだならお金をいれてゆけ！早くお金をいれろ！」と言われておりました。観光客グループの様子からすると、おそらく日本語の説明しかないので本当にわからなかったご様子。「説明がわかるやつがここにくるんだ！わからないなら来るな」と散々言われておりました。日本人でもぱっと見わかる人は少ないと思います。だって社務所の横におみくじのような箱が置いてあるだけですもの。 その後も敷地内をうろうろと気になることがないか常に見張っておられました。 この様子を見て、警察の方が近くに常駐している理由がわかりました。警察の方、交代交代で本当におつかれさまです。。。 でもきっと神主さんも観光客のマナーの悪さに悩まれてきたのでしょう。だからこそ気が立ってしまっているのだと思います。 しかし、逆に日本人への心象が悪くならないかも心配です。一見さんを邪険にせず、導線を明確に示したり、ガイドのスタッフを雇って常駐させたり、外国語の注意事項を大きく掲示しておくなど、なにかお互いいい手立てがあるといいのですが。 難しいですね。

Great view, very peaceful and serene, and on a clear day you can see south Korea in the distance

Nice location with a building with interesting architecture with parking for cars and busses. Comparing to the photos previously posted on here, they have restructured the entrance. There are some picnic tables and an ice cream vending machine. There is also a bathroom and free wi-fi.

Really impressed when I play instead samurai in Tsushima bcz all that beautiful view of this island. The map of ghost of Tsushima is really lookalike that beautiful island. I wish I can visit that incredible island oneday inshaallah

Worth a visit, it is interesting to see the faint outline of another country from Japanese shores.

You can see Busan of Korean peninsula under nice weather. It may be nice to see from here but to understand why and how Chosen Tsushinshi, Korean Emissary, passed Korea strait is more interesting.

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Busan in Korea can be seen on a clear day

A place where you can see a Tsushima leopard cat if you are lucky. We had the opportunity to see one, but it was sleeping. The exhibition is through glass and you should not use flash on your camera as it will disturb the cats. There is a lot of information about the leopard card, mainly in Japanese but you can use google translate. This center has a very important cause and saves leopard cats. There is also other information about local wildlife. Staff very kindly, as we arrived at 10 minutes before closing and they still let us go. Please pay attention to the closing time- 16:00. Entrance was free.

Very nice and peaceful area.In here you can know the everything about tshumima cat.

I love the work that these amazing people do here. They put in their heart and soul to protect the Tsushima Leopard cat. It's a small but very informative centre and there's a leopard cat you can see. They have lots of information on display about the local wildlife and protection. It's very child friendly too. They way they show the cats just shows you how much love goes into their work and I truly think that is beautiful.

Nice presentation of the importance if wild life conservation. They really try to cater foreign people with a few translations.

(Translated by Google) You can learn about Tsushima wildcats and other creatures that live on Tsushima. It's also great that it's free to enter. You can also hear the birds sing one by one, which is a nice touch. The brown-eared bulbuls are always annoying, though lol. Tsushima wildcats are kept here, but today they were in a shed. (Original) ツシマヤマネコの勉強、また対馬に住んでる生き物が学習できます。無料で入れるのもありがたいです。鳥の鳴き声を１つ１つ聞けたりと嬉しい演出も。ヒヨドリは毎度ながらウザい声ですがw　ツシマヤマネコが飼育されていますが今日は小屋の中でした。

(Translated by Google) [Nagasaki Prefecture - Tsushima - Tsushima Wildlife Conservation Center! Tsushima Wildcat Conservation] I last visited the Tsushima Wildlife Conservation Center 12 years ago. It protects Tsushima wildcats and allows visitors to see them in their natural habitat. Inside, there are exhibits providing detailed information about the species. The facility also conducts research and surveys. It's adjacent to Saozaki Park, so it's a good idea to visit both parks. *Photo taken with Nikon's flagship mirrorless camera, the Z9. The lens used was a 24-200mm f/4-6.3 lens. (Original) 【長崎県‐対馬-対馬野生生物保護センター！ツシマヤマネコ保護】 前回12年前も訪れた対馬野生生物保護センター。ツシマヤマネコを保護しており、生のツシマヤマネコを見ることができます。館内にはツシマヤマネコの詳細が分かる展示があります。調査、研究もおこなっている施設です。棹崎公園隣接しているので、公園と共に訪れるとよいです。 ※NikonのフラッグシップミラーレスカメラZ9で撮影 使用レンズはf4-6.3　24‐200㎜のレンズ

(Translated by Google) I went to see the Tsushima wildcat. There was only one cat in a small space, and I was able to see it walking around. It was a very cute cat. It's a must-see if you come to Tsushima. (Original) ツシマヤマネコを見に行きました。1匹だけ狭い場所にいて、歩き回る姿などを見ることができました。とても可愛い猫でした。対馬に来たら必見ですね。