Top 29 things to do and attractions in Dazaifu

Beautiful and historic shrine — even more special with the temporary temple design Dazaifu Tenmangu is a must-visit spot for anyone traveling around Fukuoka. The approach to the shrine is lined with charming shops and snack stalls, creating a lively and traditional atmosphere. When I visited, the main temple seemed to be under construction, but the temporary shrine with trees growing on the roof was absolutely magical and unique — blending nature and spirituality in a beautiful way. There are plenty of local treats to enjoy along the way, especially the famous ume (plum) sweets and mochi. Just note that most food stalls close around 5 PM, so it’s best to arrive earlier if you want to enjoy the full experience. Overall, Dazaifu remains a peaceful, scenic, and culturally rich destination, even during renovations. Definitely worth a visit!

Worth the drive. It’s a cute bustling town right outside with a cute retro train, Ramen shops and tea cafes. Definitely need a half day in this area. The temple is beautiful. There alot tourist that visit. I went on a Saturday and I was still able to get food quick. I rented a kimono to walk around. Reservations is recommended as walks in on weekends seems impossible

Daizaifu Tenmangu Shrine is just a short bus ride from Hakata, making it an easy day trip. It can get quite crowded, but the atmosphere is nice and the shrine itself is beautiful. There’s not much to do afterward unless you’re really into sightseeing, though there is a museum right beside it that’s worth checking out if you have extra time.

This Shrine and temple is a bit further out from the ones in the main city but well worth the trip. It was very busy when I arrived but it don’t feel overwhelming with the crowds. The path leading up to it had many shops and places to grab some food. The bridges to the temple are a real wow and then you enter the temple which is stunning. Inside the grounds there are more little shops for souvenirs. Toilet facilities available.

There were quite a lot of people, but it didn’t feel crowded. The Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine area is shaded with trees and has a pleasant atmosphere — great for taking photos. There are also many shops along the way to the Shrine where you can stroll around and enjoy browsing. Don’t forget to try the red bean cake — there are many stalls to choose from!

If you are in Fukuoka, this should be in your list. In front of the shrine, there are many local shops and restaurants. The shrine here is well known for students who would like to make their wish for their studying at least to make them having more confidence. As for tourists, yes good place to visit and observe their culture. Many nice restaurants worth trying too.

Arriving at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine around 7:30 AM, I was immediately struck by its beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The thick, massive trunks testify to the great age of the trees. The grounds were particularly peaceful, and it was lovely to see many school children visiting to pray for academic success. However, the serene environment changed significantly; by the time I departed around 11:30 AM, the compound and the road leading to the temple had become quite crowded.

One of the four national museums, but compared to the one in Tokyo, the one here in Dazaifu falls short in terms of exhibits and size. However, the architecture and the museum grounds were impressive and it's definitely worth a visit should you be in Dazaifu.

The Museum is genuinely interesting and the exhibit was overall well explained. It takes you through a tour of Kyushu's history from the Yayoi period up to modern times. It's nice to see a good museum that wasn't built of stolen artefacts. Lots of pieces were donated by various countries, really wish that museums back in Europe would do the same and not just keep stolen things forever. It's worth the detour if you're in Dazaifu for sure!

​I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the Kyushu National Museum. It's a truly modern and stunningly designed building. The exhibits are fantastic, offering deep dives primarily into the art and history of Japan, Korea, and China. Despite being on a tight schedule, I was so captivated that I ended up spending almost three hours exploring the collections.

The museum is pretty huge! If you’re unable to climb the stairs, you’ll have to go from the opposite side and go up the rainbow stairway or rainbow bridge. It’s super big so expect to spend some hours at the museum.

Great exhibits. They rotate exhibits upstairs and there is a tiered pricing structure. No pictures inside the exhibits.

Beautiful museum! Was recommended to me by a lady in tourist information and I have to say I really enjoyed it. I paid extra for the special exhibition and it was worth it. Everything was written in japanese and english , easy to understand and all the staff were really helpful. They even offer free guided tour. I will definitely visit again. Don't forget the stamp!

I think this is a best place to go and learn ancient kyushu history and also mordernization of kyushu. The exhibits are meaningful and discription is clear. There is a free audio guide at the entrance. Understand the history of this place make your enjoy and appreciate more of what Kyushu can offer

"Serenity (before 10.30)" Arrived early for Dazaifu and most shops weren't opened yet, so we headed to Kamado Shrine instead. Glad we made it early and managed to catch the place before the crowds set in. Beautiful and quiet, the shrine's set atop the mountain which provided a beautiful view overlooking Dazaifu. The amulet gift shop—designed by Masamichi Katayama—is one of the most modern ones I've ever come across!

A very beautiful, quiet, and peaceful temple. However, the many Chinese tourists who come here because of the popularity of popular anime should be more respectful to other visitors. A stunning shop with a variety of omamori and other goods! The couple omikuji there is another level of visual perfection 😍 Very clean, beautiful, and most importantly, there's a stunning view down the street. One thing to keep in mind: check the bus schedule and arrive early, as many people walk there and, when exhausted, take the bus back, which can be very crowded.

It’s located on a hill. Lots of parking space. We spent around 30minutes to walk from Dazaifu. Ema here is pretty cool! Many people draw characters in demon slayer on the ema. They designed a new building to sell omamori and the display is good. However, you can buy omamori of the shrine in Dazaifu.

A lovely tranquil shrine with huge trees. The shop for buying souvenirs or prayer objects is modern and impressive.

The Kamado Shrine is located about 10 minutes bus ride from Dazaifu Station. The bus was not frequent - about two per hour so please check the timetable. The omamori available here are of great variety and some of them are quite unique design too. Although we visited on an extremely hot day, we enjoyed it very much.

Great sunset to watch from here. Just don't take the bus back to Dazaifu after sunset, the traffic is insane... You'd be faster walking down.

Shrine with scenic view, get to watch the best and most beautiful sunset here, right behind the souvenir shop. You can get to see Demon Slayer related art here too. You can take bus to reach at the bus stop right infront Fukuoka Bank at Daizaifu Station.

We stopped by this beautiful Starbucks designed by architect Kengo Kuma when visiting Dazaifu Tenmangu. It wasn’t crowded when we arrived so I really enjoyed it here. It’s much better than the Starbuck in traditional house in Kyoto imo. I loved that it is much spacious and aesthetic. Service was warm and fast. I got the yuzu citrus tea, matcha latte ( matcha made in Japan) in Venti, and sweet potato malasada. Both drinks were so delicious.

This Starbucks outlet has a very unique design so unlike other outlets. It has a lot of wooden beams placed along its roof and sides. Maybe due to its uniqueness, it’s so crowded, finding a seat at peak time is impossible. The staff even mixed up my order with another similar order, maybe too stress out from so many non stop orders. They hardly have time to clean up the seats. 🤪 a victim of its social media popularity 😉 i would just recommend a visit to see the design as the drinks are the same as other Starbucks.

The Starbucks at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine in Fukuoka is more than just a coffee shop, it’s a stunning work of art. The store blends seamlessly with the sacred surroundings, featuring over 2,000 interwoven wooden sticks that create a mesmerizing lattice effect. The flowing structure mimics the surrounding forest, harmonizing modernity with traditional Japanese craftsmanship. The unique design making this Starbucks a must-visit for architecture lovers and coffee enthusiasts alike. A true masterpiece where culture, nature, and contemporary design unite.

A shrine-path stop with Kengo Kuma timber lattices that ripple like waves; the design alone soothe. Drip coffee tastes steady, matcha latte gentle, and seasonal yuzu cake gives soft perfume. Crowds spike at temple hours, but seats turn quick. Staff bow and smile; trash sorting is clear, and the patio catches a calm breeze.

One of the best architectural Starbucks, no long queue, and the staff were well presented. Service is very fast and convenient

Interesting architecture that stood out along the street. But way too crowded and hard to find seats for a family of 5. Staff were friendly and handed out drip coffee samples to promote their Jpn-ltd edn drip coffee glassware! Seasonal earl grey floral frappucino was unique.. but the hojicha latte lacked the richness as compared to Teavana at Hakata central.

Special Starbucks with wood as the theme, there's special cups made by local artist which is solely for this shop. Love it.

Absolutely magnificent and even a bit mysterious historical site. The atmosphere is close to the one you can experience at the Heijo Palace Site in Nara (but it's a bit quieter here). There are plenty of benches so you can sit and enjoy the view or try to immerse yourself into history.

If you take a walk from Futsukaichi Station, you will arrive at the historic site that was once the center of the city. Tenmangu Shrine will be the focus, but I think you can learn more about the history if you visit all of them at once. Recommended for going to and from Tenmangu Shrine.

Open park, showing the left behind foundation in the ground. Nothing much to see for tourist. Not sure the significance as a tourist. But it’s a beautiful park - great for a picnic and the kids to run around. Not much shelter from the sun.

Ruins of an ancient city and government complex.More interesting to Japanese but nice mountain scenery.

Make this the starting point for a walk around the beautiful surrounding area. Killer wasps near the shrines only add to the allure.

Cherry blossom is very beautiful in here , a little regrettable factor in here is too many foreign tourists and some of them are too noisy to break the calm atmosphere.

Beautiful park for cherry blossom and let kids roam around all day.

There is an admission ticket of 700 yen for adults. However, this does not cover the rides. You will have to pay between 300 yen to 400 yen if you wish to take the rides. Alternatively, you can get a day pass at 3000 yen to allow u to take the ride unlimited times. I will say this place is worth a stopover if you are coming with children. The rides were quite limited but children will definitely enjoy this place as it is more suited for kids under 11 years old. I made a stopover since I am around Dazaifu already.

It’s a charming, retro-style park with a nostalgic Showa-era vibe. Many rides are self-service or coin-operated, and some were closed during my visit, but that added to the quirky experience. I didn’t go on any rides—just wandered around soaking in the atmosphere. There’s also a small critter area where you can feed goats and guinea pigs, which was a nice touch.  While I’ve been to other similar old-school amusement parks in Japan that I prefer, this one has its own unique charm. It’s not a must-visit, but if you’re in the area and appreciate vintage amusement parks, it’s worth a stop.

This park will be more ideal for families with children. Lots of the rides are kid friendly. There is an entrance fee of 700yen and you can purchase all day passes or 100yen coupons. You can also pass cash to the attendant.

It was a fun park for babies 0 to Adults! Definitely a place to checkout after visiting the Shrine! Only 5 minute walk from Dazaifu tenmagu

Poor service at the ticket office and ok experience inside. Definitely not coming back!

The North Korea experience. Substitute "retro" for run down and neglected. Half of the games dont work at all. The others sound like they could give up at any moment.

This place was the literal best. Better than Universal and Disneysea I hope TikTok popularity doesn’t ruin it

The shrine was closed. I only get to see the area that was open. But the place is closed.

Located next to Dazaifu Temanggu. Not as crowded as Temanggu as well but equally beautiful

parts of this temple were closed and you cannot get your goshuincho stamp here, but the gardens alone make up for it. komyozenji has one of the only rock gardens on kyushu, and its stunning in the fall. the man who was working there was very polite and helpful.

Was really loooking forwarBut it was closed and I have no idea why. There was no notice.

Fantastic in the fall. I'm here inside the garden, and the stones, the leaves and the silence is very settling :)

Small one. Very peaceful, you can hear the ceremonies going on. Visit here during spring or autumn to see the best designed zen garden around. You need to stay on the temple balcony, can't walk the garden but still, it's breathtaking.

Its a good place for you to experience the Japanese culture nd feeling of watching the maples, juz sit and watch quietly.

The temple used to be part of the temple next door. Gochuin is available here, but it is self service.

Beautiful place quiet and zen

(Translated by Google) Although it is next to Kanzeon-ji Temple, it is currently a temple of a different sect. Originally, it was located within the precincts of Kanzeon-ji Temple, one of the three precept altars in the world. The principal image of Buddha in the main hall, Roshanabutsu, can be worshiped from outside, but if you contact the temple, the chief priest will be able to give you an explanation. (A notice to that effect was posted in front of the main hall.) Furthermore, I don't remember there being a doorbell in the kuri next door, so I think it would be safer to call and request to see it. There is a note on the desk in front of the main hall for the goshuin, and you can receive it yourself. There is a gate and a wall, and the garden in front of the main hall is well-maintained, creating a tranquil atmosphere. (Original) 観世音寺の隣ですが、現在は違う宗派の寺院です。 もともとは天下の三戒壇の一つとして観世音寺の境内でした。 本堂の本尊である盧舎那仏様は外からでも十分拝仏できますが、お寺に連絡すると住職が解説をしてくれるようです。（本堂前にその旨が掲示されていました。） なお、隣の庫裏に呼び鈴がなかった記憶があり、お電話にて拝観のお願いをする方が確実と思います。 御朱印は本堂前の机の上に書置きがあり、自分でいただく方式です。 山門と塀があり、本堂前も庭が手入れされていて静謐な雰囲気があります。

(Translated by Google) There was a sign saying ``No one other than those involved should enter,'' so I wasn't sure if it was inside the grounds or the building, but I was able to worship from outside. It is said that it was originally one of the temples of Kanzeon-ji Temple, where Ganjin received precepts when he visited Dazaifu after visiting Japan. He also established precept altars at Todaiji Temple in Nara and Yakushiji Temple in Shimotsuke, making them one of only three places in Japan where one could receive precepts. This was a time when an edict was issued to allocate 20 monks to each country's provincial temples and 10 nuns to each country's nunneries, so it must have been very helpful for those who would become monks and nuns who had difficulty traveling to Nara. I think so. It seems to have declined in the Middle Ages with the decline of the Ritsuryo state, but it continued to exist in its original location, and in the Edo period the principal image was repaired and the Kaidan-do was rebuilt. As a side note, just when I thought it was a very quiet place, a raccoon dog appeared on the sidewalk, and although we were both a little surprised, we continued to walk past. I have never seen a raccoon dog before, so some theories arose that it might have been a raccoon, but after looking back at the footage, I believe it was a raccoon dog. (Original) 「関係者以外は立ち入り禁止」と書かれていて、敷地内なのか建物内なのか不明でしたが外から拝ませてもらいました。 元々は、観世音寺の院の一つとして、鑑真が渡日されて大宰府に立ち寄った際に、授戒されたことが始まりだそうです。他に奈良の東大寺と下野の薬師寺に戒壇を設けて、日本に三か所しかない受戒できる場所となっていました。各国の国分寺に20名の僧、国分尼寺に10名の尼を配置するように、という詔が出ていた時代なので、奈良へ行くのが大変だった僧尼になる人たちはとても助かっただろうなと思います。 律令国家の衰退とともに中世には衰退してしまったようですが、当初からの場所にあり続け、江戸時代になってご本尊を補修したり、戒壇堂を立て直したりしていったそうです。 余談ですが、とても長閑な場所だなと思っていたら、歩道に狸があらわれ、お互い少しびっくりしたのですが、そのまま通り過ぎていきました。あまり狸を見る経験がないので、もしかしたらアライグマではないかという説も浮上しましたが、映像を見返す限りは狸だったと思われます。

(Translated by Google) Visited on March 28, 2015. Kaidan-in is a Rinzai sect temple located in Dazaifu. Although the building is not large, it is a historical temple where you can feel the age. The Kaidan building has been damaged by disasters and has been rebuilt repeatedly since its inception. The current building was rebuilt in the Edo period. It was built by Kamata Hachizaemon Masakatsu of Kanzeonji Village in 1669, and was rebuilt by Tennojiya Ryomu in 1680 with the help of the feudal lord Tadayuki Mitsuyuki. It is in its current form when it was rebuilt in 1743, and has been restored several times since then. Currently, the building is five rooms in length, has a multi-layered gabled structure, and has a one room facing the front with a traditional tiled roof. Inside, there is a stone altar built in the form of a stacked platform, and there is a Shumitan altar on the back of the altar, with the principal image of Biroshana Buddha (Important Monument) and the Bodhisattva Maitreya and Manjusri enshrined on either side. The statues of Ganjin Wajo and Kobo Daishi are enshrined here. (Original) 2015/03/28来訪。 戒壇院は、太宰府にある臨済宗の寺院とのことです。建物は大きくありませんが、古さを感じることが出来る歴史のあるお寺です。戒壇の建物、当初より罹災し再建を繰り返して来ています。現在の建物は江戸時代に入って再建されたものです。 観世音寺村の鎌田八左衛門昌勝が寛文9年（1669）に方三間で建立し延宝8年（1680）に藩主忠之光之の援助により、天王寺屋了夢が再建しました。寛保3年（1743）の再建が現在の形で、その後何回か修復がなされています。 今は方五間、重層入母屋造、本瓦葺の正面向拝一間を付けています。内部は壇上積形式の石造戒壇を置き、壇上背面に須弥壇があり、本尊毘廬舎那仏（重文）左右に弥勒菩薩、文殊菩薩を安置しています。鑑真和上像、弘法大師像が祀つられています。

(Translated by Google) It is a temple of the Rinzai sect, and is said to have been founded by Ganjin Wajo in the 5th year of the Tenpyo Shoho era (753). It is a facility where monks receive the Buddhist precepts, and is said to have been part of Kanzeon-ji Temple in the past. It is one of the Tenka Sankaidan and is also called Saikaidan or Tsukushi Kaidan-in. The principal image of the shrine, the wooden seated statue of Rhosana Buddha, has been designated as an important cultural property of the country. The precincts were kept very quiet. If you come by Nishitetsu Bus's Tabinin Liner, it's only a few minutes walk from the Dazaifu Government Office Ruins. It's just a short walk from Kanzeonji-mae on the Mahoroba train. (Original) 臨済宗の寺院で、鑑真和上が天平勝宝5年（753年）に開山したそうです。僧が受戒をするための施設で、昔は観世音寺の一部だったそうです。天下三戒壇の一つで西戒壇、筑紫戒壇院とも呼ばれます。ご本尊の木造盧遮那仏坐像は国の重要文化財に指定されています。 境内は非常に静謐に保たれていました。 西鉄バスの旅人ライナーで来るなら大宰府政庁跡から徒歩で数分程度です。まほろば号の観世音寺前からならすぐです。

(Translated by Google) It is located right next to Kanzeonji Temple. There is a small dry landscape rock garden, and the garden is beautiful and tasteful. There is a pre-written temple seal for 500 yen. If you look closely at the bell tower, you can see the twelve zodiac signs carved into it, which is cute. (Original) 観世音寺のすぐそばにあります。小さな枯山水の石庭もあり、お庭がきれいで風情があります。 書き置きの御朱印が500円でおいてありました。 鐘楼をよく見ると十二支が彫ってあって可愛かったです。

You can collect manhole card here

(Translated by Google) An exhibition hall located on the site of the Dazaifu Government Office. The site itself is just a vacant lot, so it's better to stop by here. The price is reasonable at 200 yen, and the guide will give you detailed explanations. Models of buildings from that time and excavated items are on display. Although it's not that big, there were a lot of explanations and I was able to understand Dazaifu well. (Original) 太宰府政庁跡地の中にある展示館。跡地自体はただの空き地なので、こちらに立ち寄った方がいいです。値段も二百円と良心的で、案内員の方が丁寧に説明してくれます。当時の建物の模型や出土した品などが展示されています。それほど広くはないけど、説明も多く大宰府についてよく理解できました。

(Translated by Google) 📅Early May 2025 I visited to get a manhole card. There are three types of manhole cards for Dazaifu City. The second one is a character from the Manyoshu. In addition to the manholes with designs on them, there are several other manholes in Dazaifu City, so I walked around and took photos. The staff at this information center kindly told me about the locations and the least crowded routes. There is also a face-in panel😆 (Original) 📅2025-5月上旬 マンホールカードをいただきに訪問。 太宰府市のマンホールカードは、3種類。 2つ目は、万葉集からのキャラクター。 太宰府市は、マンホールカードのデザインマンホール以外にもマンホールが幾つかあり、ぐるっと散策して写真撮影。 こちらの情報館の係員が親切に場所や混まない道を教えて下さいました。 顔ハメパネルもあります😆

(Translated by Google) This is a small exhibition hall specializing in the excavation results of the Dazaifu Government Office ruins. What did this government office in Dazaifu, far away from the capital of Nara, with its Jobo system, accomplish in the history of Japan? I thought I had to study more! As soon as I entered the museum, I realized that the Reiwa era festival was still going on... (Original) 太宰府政庁跡の発掘調査結果に特化した、小さな展示館です。奈良の都から遠く離れた、ここ太宰府に条坊制まで備えた政庁が、日本の歴史に何を成したのか？もっと勉強しなくてはと思いました! 入館したとたん、まだ令和改元のお祭りが……

(Translated by Google) Visited on January 13, 2024. 200 yen for adults. Although it was a small exhibition hall, there was an interpreter who explained the history of Dazaifu and the exhibits and was happy to answer any questions I had. A diorama of the ``Plum Blossom Banquet'' held at Tabito Otomo's residence. The ``Plum Blossom Banquet'' is the origin of the era name ``Reiwa.'' There is also a reenactment of the meal at the Plum Blossom Banquet. The restored model of Dazaifu and the locations of Mizuki and castles around Dazaifu were interesting and effective. We recommend that you take a look at the Buddhist statues at Kanzeonji Temple, which is easily located nearby. There is nothing left of the Dazaifu Government Office, so we recommend stopping by the exhibition hall. By the way, the place name is ``Dazaifu'' and the government office is ``Dazaifu'', so be careful when searching for routes such as buses. (Original) 2024年1月13日に見学。 大人200円。 小さな展示館ですが、解説の方がいて大宰府の歴史と展示品の説明や質問にも快く答えてくれました。 大伴旅人の邸宅で開かれた「梅花の宴」のジオラマ。「梅花の宴」こそ、元号「令和」の由来です。 「梅花の宴」での食事の再現もあります。 大宰府の復元模型、大宰府周辺の水城や城の位置など興味深く効きました。 簡単に近くにある「観世音寺」の仏像はぜひ見てほしいとのこと。 大宰府政庁跡は何もないので、展示館に立ち寄ることをおすすめします。 ちなみに地名は「太宰府」、政庁は「大宰府」で、バスなど経路検索には気をつけましょう。

(Translated by Google) Come here to stamp the Hundred Cities Stamp. The staff is very kind, but we aim for a long time and it still moves. Please remind everyone (Original) 來這裡蓋百城印章，工作人員大姐非常親切，但我們對準半天蓋下去還是位移的，提醒大家

(Translated by Google) The site of an old government office. Seeing the building's remains. The vast open space, clear sky, green, green. My spirits soared. (Original) 옛 관청 자리. 건물의 터를 봄. 빵 뚫린 넓은터에 맑은 하늘~~~초록초록. 기분이 뻥 뚫림

Hi this climb is not for beginners.. you need trekking shoes and climbing stick(s) due to the stairs and rocks. Also I went after the rain and it was somewhat slippery and muddy.

The Mount Homan trek is a rewarding hike, though be prepared for some steep sections that can be quite challenging. The trail winds through a beautiful forest, offering a peaceful atmosphere and lots of shade along the way. Reaching the summit makes the effort worthwhile, with stunning panoramic views that stretch far into the distance. It’s a great spot to take a break, enjoy the scenery, and soak in the sense of accomplishment. Overall, a fantastic hike if you’re ready for the climb and want both nature and views in one experience.

Great half day hike with varying steepness, and plenty of chances to encounter frogs whether they're alive, or painted on a mural!

This mountain is awesome! The views of Fukuoka city are unbelievably good. And there is a spring near the top of the mountain - how?! So nice! The route I took up was steep but it was only 1.5 hours one way. The trailhead was: 猫谷川新道登山口. The trailers followed a creek, which was nice.

Quite challenging hike .. 9km round trip and about 700m elevation. The trails were nice and well maintained. The top was really beautifully especially when it’s sunny.

Best mountain for hikeng in Fukuoka. The summit is fascinating. Little bit hard to climb.Its good of you climb in the morning. In 5 pm its beginning to get dark.

Stone steps from bottom to top almost and we had no problem doing it in trainers. Lots of wildlife to see! Local onsen after comes recommended

From the main Dazaifu temple, it is about a 15mins leisure walk up. Its not very difficult and there are gentle slopes and steps for you to choose from. Very quaint and quiet temple. There is also a flight of steps of Tori gates leading to the temple.

Just past the main Dazaifu temple area, you can find trails up to the small Tenkai Inari Shrine and the many red torii gates. It's not that busy so nice place for pics. You'll see statues of foxes (which are the messengers of inari). There is a short and steep set of stairs to get to the shrine.

Quite and peaceful shrine near Daizafu with Tori gates. A bit hike but very easy to climb up until the top.

If you want to have a less stair-intensive climb, you can follow Google maps and go up the path beside the amusement park entrance instead. It is a more leisurely climb. The shrine itself was a nice small area (no photo of the shrine, sorry!) I think it gives off a feeling of reward for the people who made the climb up from Tenmangu. The one thing that really perplexed me was why an amusement park was right beside a holy place. It was blaring music that pierced through the forest all the way up to the shrine. It is impossible to experience tranquility. Although I suppose it is a test of inner peace, if you are able to focus inwards and zone out the annoying noise...

A small shrine away from the tourist, though you need to climb quite some stairs.

There's a lot more to watch than I thought. Delicious restaurants, various souvenir shops, bakery and umbrella shops. When you go to a Japanese shrine, young women wear traditional clothes and sell items for wishes. There are a lot of really huge trees planted behind the shrine. In the middle of January every year, many Japanese parents come to visit and pray to God to help their children study well. You have to wait a long time to park. There are so many people. There is a golden calf in front of the Japanese shrine, and it is believed that touching certain areas of the calf restores the sick body.

Hidden shrine behind Dazaifu. Climb up the tori gates and you will find this shrine at the end. Not manned by any one. There’s a mysterious shrine where you can pray to the fox god too. Not know by many of the tourists who come to Dazaifu so I highly recommend this hidden gem.

(Translated by Google) ☆The existing castle wall for national defense from about 1,360 years ago is a “Nationally Designated Special Historic Site” An earthwork with a total length of 1.2 km built in the 3rd year of Emperor Tenji (664) in a narrow part of the Fukuoka Plain.It is actually large when you see it.The base is about 80 m x about 9 m in height, and in the past it was wide on the Hakata Bay side. There was an outer moat of about 60m x about 4m deep, which was an amazing amount of civil engineering work! ️ Although some parts are missing, the earthworks remained for 1360 years, and we were able to climb up to the top of them from the nature trail along the Mizuki ruins. You can really feel the height 😲 At the time of my visit, an excavation survey was underway, so it felt like I was actually able to see the surface of Mizuki's rammed earth 🤔 100 Famous Castles of Japan & 100 Famous Castles of Japan [No.182] (Original) ☆約1360年前の現存する国土防衛用の城壁「国指定特別史跡」 天智天皇3年(664年)、福岡平野の狭小部に築かれた総延長1.2㎞の土塁、実際に目の当たりにすると大きい、基底部約80m×高さ約9m、昔は博多湾側に幅約60m×深さ約4mの外濠があったとは凄い土木作業‼️ 一部欠落するも良く1360年も残った土塁、水城跡沿いの自然歩道から土塁の上にも上がれました高さ実感😲 訪問時には発掘調査中でした、何となく水城の版築の表面が実際に見れたような🤔 日本100名城&続日本100名城【No.182】

(Translated by Google) Mizuki Castle has been designated a National Special Historic Site and is included in the list of Japan's 100 Greatest Castles. However, Mizuki Castle is more of an earthen rampart than a castle. It stretches 1.2 km in length, is 77 meters wide, and is 9 meters high. Though now lost, it's said that there was once a 40-meter-wide moat inside and outside the ramparts. Though now separated by roads and other obstacles, a significant portion of the water castle remains. While modest, it's surprising that a 7th-century national project like this has survived 1,300 years on such a plain. Following its defeat by the allied forces of Tang and Silla in the Battle of Baekgang, the Yamato court, fearing an invasion of mainland Japan by continental powers, constructed various defensive structures throughout Kyushu, Chugoku, Shikoku, and the Kinai region. Remnants of these structures still remain scattered throughout the area. Northern Kyushu, in particular, was built due to its proximity to the Korean Peninsula, leading to the construction of Mizuki Castle, nearby Ono Castle, and Kii Castle, located a little further south. Mizuki and Ono Castle were likely built for the purpose of defending the nearby Dazaifu government office, which was the center of Kyushu at the time. If an enemy were to land in northern Kyushu, they would likely have advanced south across the unobstructed Fukuoka Plain, so Mizuki and Ono Castle were likely built in this position to somehow stop them. It's a bit of a stretch to go out of your way to see Mizuki alone, so we recommend visiting both castles together with Ono Castle. (Original) 水城は国の特別史跡に指定されており、続日本百名城に認定されている。 とはいえ水城は城というよりも土の防塁（土塁）である。規模は全長1.2kmに及び幅77m？高さ9mの規模を持つ。今は失われているが、かつてはこの防塁の内外に幅40m程度の堀まであったという。 現在も道路などで分断されてはいるが、この水城の遺構がかなりの規模で残されている。正直地味ではあるが、7世紀の国家事業であり、平野部で1300年が経過してもしっかり残っているのは驚きである。 白村江の戦いで唐・新羅連合軍に敗れた大和朝廷は大陸勢力の日本本土への侵攻を恐れ九州〜中四国、畿内各地に各種防衛施設を建造した。今も点々と当時の遺構が残されている。 特に北部九州は朝鮮半島に近いこともありこの水城や至近の大野城、少し南にある基肄城などが建造された。 水城、大野城は至近の位置にある当時の九州の中心太宰府政庁防衛の目的で造られたものであろう。敵が北部九州に上陸した場合、遮るもののない福岡平野を南下してくるはずであり、なんとかこの位置で食い止めるべく建造されたのだろう。 水城単独でわざわざ見学に来るのはちょっと微妙なので大野城とセットでの見学をおすすめする。

(Translated by Google) After being defeated in the Battle of Baekgang, Wakoku built this castle as a frontline base to defend against an invasion by the combined forces of Silla and Tang. It resembles a large ancient tomb and is located on a small hill. I climbed it on August 26, 2025. You can go deeper into the hill beyond the boar-proof fence, but the path is not well maintained, so proper trekking shoes are recommended. I got lost on the way back, but I checked my location on Google Maps and was able to correct my direction. Even though it's a small castle on a hill, be careful not to overlook it or you'll get lost. I didn't encounter any boars. (Original) 白村江の戦いで敗れた倭国が、新羅・唐連合軍の和国侵掠に備え得て防衛の前線基地として作った城。大きな古墳のようでもあり、小高い丘陵。2025年8月26日に登った。イノシシ除けの柵を越えてどんどん奥まで行けるが道がきちんと整備されていないので、きちんとしたトレッキング用の靴が望ましい。帰りは道に迷ってしまったが、Googleマップで自分の位置を確かめ、方向を修正できた。小高い城とはいえ、バカにしたら迷子になるので要注意だ。イノシシには出会わなかった。

(Translated by Google) 20240406 The weather was a bit gloomy just before it started raining, but we were able to see some beautiful cherry blossoms. When I got closer, there were quite a lot of leaf cherry blossoms, but from a distance, they looked like they were in full bloom. The yellow flowers were almost finished, but when both are in full bloom, it looks like it will be a spectacular sight. Free parking nearby (Original) 20240406 雨が降り始める直前でお天気が微妙だったが、キレイな桜が見られた。近づくと結構葉桜も多くなっていたが、遠目だと満開に見える。黄色の花も終わりかけだったが、どちらも満開の時期は圧巻の景色が見られそう。 近くに無料駐車場あり

(Translated by Google) 2025.3.30.sun The cherry blossoms are at their peak and are truly spectacular ⚡⚡ Since it's a Sunday, there are a lot of families. You can relax and relax🤩🤩🤩 (Original) 2025.3.30.sun 丁度見頃の桜が圧巻です⚡⚡日曜日なので ファミリー層の方も多いですねー ゆったり のんびり出来ますよー🤩🤩🤩

(Translated by Google) (2023.10.4) No.182 of the 100 Famous Castles, the seal is set in many places. I got it at the Water Castle Museum. The seal composition is the monument of the Water Castle Dam next to the Water Castle Museum. Although it is called a castle, it is actually a long earthen wall defense line. I only passed by and looked at it from a distance when I was walking, and did not actually walk along the earthen wall. It is recommended to visit the Water Castle Museum, which contains a detailed description of the water castle and a short video. The stay time is not long, but it can make this water castle trip have more historical imagination and feelings. Then go to the observation deck and look a little further away. Although the earthen wall itself seems to be a little weak, if combined with the relevant history of Dazaifu and the thinking of other nearby castle ruins, the concept of the water castle becomes interesting. The siege method is simple, so I arranged a hike directly. From the Water Castle Station as the starting point to the Water Castle Museum, the whole siege trip takes about 80 minutes. When I came, the sun was very strong, and there was no shade along the way, so be careful of exposure. (Original) (2023.10.4) 百大名城No.182，印章設於多處，我是在水城館取得，印章構圖為水城館旁的水城大堤之碑。 雖名為城，但實際上是一條綿長的土壘防線，我只有在徒步時經過且遠觀，並沒有實際下去沿著土壘走。建議參觀水城館，內有水城的詳細說明及小短片，滯留時間不長，但能夠讓這水城之旅，有更多的歷史想像及感受。然後再走上展望台，稍微遠眺。雖然就土壘本身而言，看點似乎是薄弱了些，但若結合了太宰府的相關歷史，及附近其他城跡的思維，水城的概念也就有趣起來了。 攻城方式單純，我直接安排了徒步。從水城車站做為起點到水城館參觀，徒步來回，整個攻城之旅大概80分鐘。我來的時候太陽很大，一路上沒有遮蔭，注意曝曬。

(Translated by Google) This water castle was built to protect Dazaifu in preparation for an attack by the allied forces of Tang and Silla. 600 years later, the Mongol invasion occurred. Conflict continues to this day. (Original) 唐新羅連合軍の襲来に備えて、 大宰府を守るために作られた水城。その600年後、元寇襲来があった。昔も今も争いは絶えない。

Very small museum and I think it is not worth ¥500. I would recommend “All 3 museum pass”, which costs ¥1,000, and you can access all the three museums in the area. If you don’t have much time, just skip this museum and go to the main one - Kyushu National museum (¥700).

Exqusite place! A place you must see!

The museum is small and compact. Given its size, the visit was brief, concluding within fifteen minutes of entry. I found the ¥500 entrance fee to be disproportionate to the scale and content of the exhibition.

Small museum. Not a lot to see for 500yen

A nice museum but unfortunately with any English translations we were not able to appreciate it.

I thought this is the big museum... 500 yen for super tiny collections. Absolutely not worth

Nice experience

I like the viewpoint it overlooked the whole Dazaifu, but the ruins of the Iwaya Castle are gone. It has NOTHING left.

This is the site of the ancient Iwaya Castle. From this viewpoint you have a great view of Dazaifu City, Mt. Homan, and the surrounding environs. Easily accessible from the Mt. Shioji road.

Great bird’s eye of Dazaifu city,

(Translated by Google) With fewer than 800 men, the famous general Takahashi Shoun defended the castle to the death for two weeks against an attacking Shimazu army numbering anywhere between 20,000 and 40,000 (according to various accounts). The castle fell in a full-scale attack by the Shimazu, but Takahashi Shoun and the other samurai warriors demonstrated their loyalty and the true spirit of the samurai to future generations. Today, only a gentle breeze blows. With excellent views to the north and south, including Dazaifu city below, it is easy to see why the castle was built on this site. (Original) 名将、高橋紹運公が800名にも満たない中で、諸説あるが２万から４万名の島津の寄せ手に対して２週間もの間、死守しました。島津の総攻撃にて落城しましたが、高橋紹運以下の侍、武士達は後世にその忠義ぶり、武士の本懐を示しました。 今は静かな風だけが吹きます。眼下には大宰府市内を始め、南北の眺望良く、この地に城が築かれたのがよくわかります。

(Translated by Google) This is the castle where Takahashi Shoun died. Anyone researching or visiting this place is probably familiar with the Battle of Iwaya Castle, so there's no need to explain that. It's not really a mountain, but rather a really small hill. If you stay at a hotel at the foot of the hill, you can park your car there and walk there in about 30 minutes. There is no sidewalk, so you'll need to walk carefully. By car, the road is winding, so it will probably take about 10 minutes at a slow pace. There is no parking lot, so you'll probably have to park in a space on the side of the road (at your own risk). Follow the signs and climb up, and you'll be greeted by a wide view of the signs and the scenery. On a clear day, you can get a beautiful view of the town of Dazaifu♪ It was really fun to imagine that a battle between 763 (Namusan) people vs. tens of thousands of people took place here. (Original) 高橋紹運公が散った城です。 そもそもここを調べて見てる人＝岩屋城の戦いを知ってる人なので、そっちの説明は不要ですね。 山というか、ほんとに小さな小山です。 小山の麓にあるホテルに泊まると、そこへ車を止めて徒歩で30分くらいで到着します。歩道は無いので注意して歩く必要があります。 車だと道がグネグネなのでゆっくり進んで10分くらい掛かりそうです。その場合に駐車場は無いので、路肩にあるスペースに（自己責任で）停める感じでしょうか？ 案内に沿って登ると看板と景観が広がります。 晴れてると大宰府の町が綺麗に見えて良いですね♪ ここで763（南無三）人vs数万人の戦があったのかと思いを巡らせるのがホントに楽しかった。

(Translated by Google) Takahashi Shoun's final resting place. There is also his grave. It was lower than I expected, and I was amazed that he was able to withstand the Shimazu attacks for 10 days here. The Satsuma forces, exhausted by Takahashi Shoun, were unable to take Tachibana Castle and returned to Satsuma in disgrace. He was then completely defeated by soldiers from the upper echelons at Nejozaka Pass, and became a local feudal lord. (Original) 高橋紹運の最後の地 お墓もあります。 思ったより低くてここでよく10日間も島津の攻撃を耐えたもんだと思いました。 高橋紹運に力を使い果たした薩摩はその後の立花城は落とせずすごすごと薩摩に帰ってます。 その後、根城坂で上方の兵にこてんぱんにやられ地方の一大名になってしまう

(Translated by Google) The Iwaya Castle ruins are only marked by a small blue sign and a wooden sign along the road to Ono Castle, so be careful not to pass it by. There are no parking lots or parking spaces near the road leading up to the Honmaru ruins or the road leading down to the Ninomaru ruins (the grave of Takahashi Shouun). If you come up from the bottom, there is a space for one car in front, and a place to park about 3-4 cars on the side of the road a little further ahead. During the Sengoku period, Takahashi Shouun was killed in a heroic battle defending this castle. His son was the famous Tachibana Muneshige, known as one of Kyushu's greatest generals. This is a spot that history buffs should visit at least once, as it was the site of Shouun's loyal and determined siege. The castle ruins are simple, but it is a quiet place where you can experience the important stage of Sengoku history. The view from the Honmaru ruins is also nice. (Original) 岩屋城跡は、大野城に向かう道路沿いに小さな青い案内板や木の看板があるだけなので、通り過ぎないよう注意が必要です。本丸跡に上がる道や、二の丸跡（高橋紹運の墓）に下る道のそばには駐車場、駐車スペースはありません。下から上がってくると、手前に1台分ほどのスペース、さらに少し先の路肩に3〜4台ほど停められる場所があります。戦国時代、この城を守って壮絶な討死を遂げたのが高橋紹運。その息子があの立花宗茂で、九州を代表する名将として知られています。紹運の忠義と覚悟の籠城戦の舞台となった場所だけに、歴史好きなら一度は訪れておきたいスポット。城跡は簡素ですが、戦国史の重要な舞台を実感できる静かな場所です。本丸跡からの眺めも良いです。

(Translated by Google) This is Chikuzen Kokubunmiji Temple, which is located on the site of Chikuzen Kokubunji Temple.It is not a Kokubunji Temple. Chikuzen Kokubunji disappeared in the late 11th century. There is a cornerstone of the Kondo of Chikuzen Kokubunji Temple in the precincts. The statue of Nyorai in the late Heian period is enshrined as the principal. (Original) 筑前国分寺跡にある筑前国分密寺です　国分寺ではありません 筑前国分寺は11世紀後半に消えてます 境内には筑前国分寺金堂の礎石があります 平安時代後期の伝薬師如来坐像が本尊として安置されてます

(Translated by Google) I visited the shrine on June 14, 2020 and received a goshuin stamp. You can receive the stamps of Sanjuroku Fudo and Shijukuin Yakushi. I was able to see the principal image up close. I'm impressed. (Original) 令和ニ年6月14日参拝　御朱印頂きました。 三十六不動、四十九院薬師の御朱印が頂けます。 間近で本尊を見させて頂きました。感動です。

(Translated by Google) This is Kokubunji Temple in Chikuzen, which has now become an ordinary temple. (Original) 今は普通のお寺になったような、筑前の国分寺です。

(Translated by Google) It is a successor temple to Kokubunji in Chikuzen Province, which was one of the Kokubunji temples built in various places during the Nara period under the edict of Emperor Shomu. It is a temple of the Koyasan Shingon sect, and its principal image is Yakushi Nyorai. In the area adjacent to the temple, you can see the remains of the ruins of Kokubunji Temple. The temple area was about 192 meters square, and the temple consisted of the central gate, main hall, and lecture hall all arranged in a straight line. The tower had seven towers and was surrounded by a corridor. It seems that the tower was abolished in the 10th century, and the auditorium in the 11th century. (Original) 奈良時代に聖武天皇の詔により各地に建立された国分寺のうち筑前国国分寺、の後継寺院にあたります。 高野山真言宗の寺院で、本尊は薬師如来です。 お寺に隣接した場所に、国分寺跡の束石や遺構がみられます。寺域は約192m四方で、伽藍は中門・金堂・講堂が直線上にはいちされていました。搭は七重の搭が建ち回廊にかこまれていました。10世紀には搭が、11世紀には講堂が廃絶したとみられます。

(Translated by Google) As you pass through the main gate, you will see a sign that says Welcome. In search of the elixir of eternal youth and longevity? I am currently touring the Kyushu Shijukuin Yakushi Sacred Sites, and the chief priest not only kindly provided me with a stamp, but also asked me to take a look at the main hall, so he took time to look at it. Although it was a little far away and behind a sturdy looking glass, it was a very impressive statue of Yakushi Nyorai. Also, the garden is very beautiful and there is a wisteria trellis, so I'm looking forward to visiting again. (Original) 山門をくぐるとようこそおまいり下さいましたの看板が。不老長寿の妙薬を求めて？九州四十九院薬師霊場巡り中ですが、ご住職に快く御朱印の対応をして頂いたばかりか、本堂もぜひ見て行って下さいと言われじっくり見せて頂きました。少し離れた所でかつ、頑丈そうなガラス越しでしたが、とても迫力のある薬師如来像でした。又、お庭がとても綺麗で、藤棚もあり、再度尋ねるのが楽しみです。

(Translated by Google) Kokubunji was built in the 8th century, and all that remains of it is the remains of its original structure. (Original) 八世紀に建立された国分寺が、当時の面影は遺構のみですが、こうして残っているんですね。

(Translated by Google) There is a private parking lot near the temple The spacious and well-maintained grounds were wonderful. I was able to go up to the main hall and walk up to the Yakushi-sama and pray. You are smiling kindly. It was fun to hear various stories from the chief priest. You can also get a stamp (Original) お寺の近くに専用駐車場があります 広く綺麗にお手入れされた境内が素晴らしかったです 本堂へ上がらせて頂きお薬師様のそばまで行ってお参り出来ました お優しく微笑んでいらっしゃいます ご住職様から色々お話も聞けて楽しかったです 御朱印も頂けます

Got there around 6pm. and shop was quite empty. • Pay before seated - same system as other ramen shops. Choose own ramen at machine, pay, get ticket and hand it over to staff before seated. • Pick how noodles to be cooked - I like soft noodles. They came out nice and smooth. • Pick how spicy - I ordered spicy and it was yummy. • Gyoza - delicious • Service - did not notice any smiles on any staff. Points to remember: • Bring own tissue/ napkin as we were not offered any towels nor napkins • No free pickles - some ramen shops offer pickles like ginger or cabbage.

My family and I went to this restaurant to take refuge from the rain, since it was right next to Dazaifu station and had no queue. The ramen was decent but a bit on the pricier side. Plus it was nothing to write home about, and you’d find more local and distinct food choices in the adjoining shopping street. However, if you’re looking for a place to sit down and have a nice bowl of ramen, this place isn’t a bad choice.

Soup is tasty, noodle is good. Located at the intersection, near by bus stop. Recommend classic ramen.

Ramen is delicious. Young people cook and serve. Polite and able to speak with simple English for helping order the food. :)

Hakata ramen, rich soup but not too salty! and you can choose the hardness of noodle, how much of spring onion and chili paste.

Just normal. You can skip if not enough time for your trip.

I had the katsuo seafood based soup and it was superb. The mentaiko rice is very delicious too. Queue might be long if your timing coincide with the tour bus. This is the ramen you have to try if you are in Fukuoka.

Highly not recommended. It is closed. If you want the see the Buddha, ticket is ¥500.

It is an old temple and just a visit if you are interested. For us it was a bit boring.

I dont think this place Is operational. It was closed when I went. But the place seemed well kept.

GREAT ancient temple in Japan. Many buddhist statues are impressive.

This was once the biggest temple in Kyushu and is really why the Tenmangu Shrine is here too … now much diminished, it is still rustically atmospheric, with very few visitors and pleasantly unkempt grounds and gardens. The museum is a must for anyone interested in Buddhist art.

A very tranquil place. Not touristy and so, you get to recharge sufficiently. I do recommend visiting despite the walk (likely from Daizaifu Tenmangu).

It certainly has seen better days, but this used to be the most important temple here. You can get gochuin in the storage.

(Translated by Google) Ono Castle is designated as a national special historic site and is also recognized as one of Japan's 100 Famous Castles. Ono Castle is one of the ancient mountain castles and one of the Korean-style mountain castles whose name can be found in literature. At that time, the Yamato Imperial Court, which had been defeated in the Battle of Shiramurae, was wary of invasions from the mainland and built many mountain castles from northern Kyushu to the Setouchi and Kinai regions. There, the techniques of the Baekje people, who perished and fled to Japan, are used. Ono Castle is thought to have been built to protect the nearby Dazaifu Government Office. Among the ancient mountain castles built during that period, those whose names can be found in literature are called Korean-style mountain castles, and those that are not mentioned in literature are called Kamagoishi-style mountain castles. The castle area of ​​Ono Castle is very vast. It is built around the summit of Mt. Shioji at an altitude of 410m. The castle area is surrounded by earthworks and stone walls, which are said to be 6.8km long. Even today, numerous remains such as stone walls, earthworks, gate marks, and groups of foundation stones are scattered within the area. It would take a whole day to see all the ruins. There are two parking lots, so I think it's most efficient to park your car there and tour the surrounding ruins. Ono Castle is one of the Korean-style mountain castles that should be given top priority when visiting due to its size and the state of its remains. It is probably on par with Kinojo Castle in Okayama Prefecture, which is a representative of the Kamagoishi mountain castles and is also recognized as one of the 100 Famous Castles. All of them have withstood the passage of time for 1,300 years, and it is surprising that so many remains remain. (Original) 大野城は国の特別史跡に指定されており、日本百名城にも認定されている。 大野城は古代山城のひとつで文献に名前を確認できる朝鮮式山城のひとつである。 当時、白村江の戦いで敗れた大和朝廷は大陸からの侵攻を警戒し、九州北部から瀬戸内、畿内にかけて多くの山城を築いた。そこには滅亡し、日本に亡命して百済人の技術が用いられている。大野城は近くの太宰府政庁を守る目的で築かれたと思われる。 その時代に築かれた古代山城の中で文献で名前が確認できる城を朝鮮式山城、文献に記載がないものを神籠石系山城と呼んでいる。 大野城の城域は大変広大である。標高410mの四王子山山頂を中心に築かれている。城域を土塁や石塁で囲っているが、その距離実に6.8kmもあるという。 現在もその範囲内に石垣、土塁、門跡、礎石群などの数々の遺構が点在している。全ての遺構を見学するには丸一日必要であろう。駐車場が２箇所あるので、そこに車を停め、周辺の遺構を見学するのが最も効率的だと思う。 大野城は規模、遺構の状態から朝鮮式山城の中で最優先で見学すべき城である。同じく百名城に認定されている神籠石系山城の代表である岡山県の鬼ノ城と双璧であろう。いずれも1300年の時の経過に耐え、これほどの遺構が残っていることに驚かされる。

Amazing hiking trail!

Such a fresh and breezy spot in the city

(Translated by Google) If you go to the scenic spot called Yakome-gehara, you will be able to appreciate the grandeur of this castle. It's huge, and there's only one parking lot, but it's a great spot for a great view, so climbing the castle is easy. August 26, 2025 (Original) 焼米ゲ原という絶景ポイントに行けば、このお城の雄大さがわかると思う。とにかく広いが、駐車場は1箇所しかないが、絶景ポイントになっているので、登城は楽にできてしまう。2025年8月26日

(Translated by Google) This is a Korean-style mountain castle built under the guidance of exiled Baekje high-ranking officials to defend Dazaifu after the defeat of the Japanese forces of Baekje at Hakuson-e in the second year of Emperor Tenji's reign (663). Korean-style mountain castles are different from Japanese castles that combine several curved areas (flat land), and are characterized by earthworks (stone forts) and castle gates that go around ridges and valleys. Ono Castle has a circular earthwork (stone embankment) spanning approximately 6.8km along the horseshoe-shaped ridge that opens to the north and the valley to the north. The castle gate is a famous spot where the ruins of the Dazaifuguchi castle gate have been restored in four places. A stone embankment like an erosion control dam has been built in the valley, and it is called a sluice gate because it has a drainage outlet. There are eight groups of buildings within the castle, and a total of about 70 buildings have been discovered. There is no restoration of the building, only the foundation stone. This cornerstone was renovated and was originally a raised pillar building. The two main attractions are the Shioji Yakimonegahara Parking Lot and Hyakken Ishigaki, both of which are convenient as you can park several cars nearby. If you want to tour efficiently, these two places are enough. If hiking is also your goal, we recommend getting a free leaflet at the Fukuoka Prefectural Shioji Kenmin no Mori Center and exploring the area. The castle almost overlaps with the prefectural forest, and you can tour it for free. The stamps of Japan's 100 Famous Castles include ``Fukuoka Prefectural Shioji Prefectural Forest Management Office,'' ``Dazaifu City Cultural Fureai Hall,'' ``Dazaifu Exhibition Hall,'' ``Ono Castle Heart Hometown Hall,'' ``Ono Castle City Hall,'' and ``Madoka Park General Gymnasium.'' (Original) 天智天皇二（六六三）年の白村江における百済日本軍の敗戦を期に太宰府防衛のため亡命百済高官の指導で築造された朝鮮式の山城です。朝鮮式山城は日本の幾つもの曲輪（平坦地）を組み合わせた城とは違い尾根や谷を一周する土塁（石塁）と城門が特徴です。 大野城では北に開いた馬蹄形の尾根と北の谷に沿って約６.８kmに渡る土塁（石塁）が円形に築かれています。城門は四ヶ所で大宰府口城門跡が復元整備されている有名スポットです。谷には砂防ダムのような石塁が築かれていて排水口が有るので水門と呼ばれています。城内には八ヶ所の建物群が有り合計７０棟ほどの建物が見つかっています。建物の復元は無く礎石だけです。この礎石は改修後のもので当初は掘立柱建物でした。 見所の「四王寺焼米ヶ原駐車場」周辺と「百間石垣」の２ヶ所は何れも近くに数台の車を止められて便利です。効率よく見学するならこの二か所で十分です。 ハイキングも目的なら「福岡県立 四王寺県民の森センター」で無料のリーフレットを入手して周るのがオススメです。お城がほぼ県民の森と重なっていて無料で見学できます。 日本１００名城のスタンプは「福岡県立四王寺県民の森管理事務所」を初め「太宰府市文化ふれあい館」、「大宰府展示館」、「大野城心のふるさと館」、「大野城市役所」、「まどかパーク総合体育館」です。

(Translated by Google) It is a 15 minute drive up the mountain road from Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. This is an ancient Japanese mountain castle (Korean-style mountain castle) built on Mt. Shioji (Mt. Oshiro) at an altitude of 410 m. The photo is the view right from the Shioji Yakimegahara parking lot. Like the Nakijin Castle ruins in Okinawa, there are stone walls along the ridgeline that you can walk on. You can see Dazaifu from here, and if it's a clear day, you can even see the Genkai Sea in the distance. It looks like a road stretching towards the sky and the view is very good. Since it is a castle ruin from the Asuka period, there are no castle seals. You can get a stamp at the Fukuoka Prefectural Shioji Kenmin no Mori Center. (Original) 太宰府天満宮から車で15分、山道をクネクネ上がって行きます。標高410m・四王寺山(大城山)に築かれた日本古代山城(朝鮮式山城)です。 写真は四王寺焼米ヶ原駐車場からすぐの眺めです。 沖縄の今帰仁城跡のように稜線に沿って石壁があって歩けます。太宰府が一望でき晴れていれば遠く玄界灘も望めます。空に向かって伸びる道のようで眺めがとても良いです。 飛鳥時代の城跡なので御城印はありません。スタンプなら福岡県立四王寺県民の森センターで押すことが出来ます。

(Translated by Google) I visited on a holiday when the cold wave had passed and the weather was still cold and snowy. An ancient Korean-style mountain castle built in the Shiojiyama area. Historically, it was a large ancient mountain castle built along with Mizuki and Kii Castle for defense after the defeat at the Battle of Baekgang. There is parking for several cars, and information boards are installed everywhere. Due to the snow, we were only able to explore a small area, but the contrast with the snow that is only available at this time of year is amazing! The streets of Dazaifu spread out below, and you can feel the atmosphere of ancient defense. It cannot be denied that it feels like it is hidden in the shadow of Dazaifu, but I think such a vast and magnificent group of ruins should be promoted more. It is also a good idea to tour the historical ruins during the hiking season. (Original) 大寒波が抜け､まだ寒さと雪が残る休日に訪れました 四王寺山一帯に造られた古代の朝鮮式山城 歴史的には白村江の戦いで大敗後に防衛のために､水城や基肄城と共に築かれた大規模な古代山城 駐車場も数台分あり､案内板が至る所に設置されています 雪の影響で一部しか散策できませんでしたが､この時期限定の雪とのコントラストが最高!! 眼下には大宰府の街並みも広がり､古代防衛の雰囲気を感じることができます 大宰府の影に隠れている感が否めませんが､こんなに広大で立派な遺跡群はもっとアピールしていいと思います ハイキングシーズンには歴史的遺構を巡るのもいいですね

We went there on Tuesday just to find out that this place was close on Tuesday and Wednesday. Pretty disappointed as we had paid for the 3 museum ticket pass and we liked to visit. This info was not shared with us when ticket was bought. Just a thought that it would have been nice if ticket staff could have shared this info with us before the purchase.

The Sugawara Michizane museum depicts a very poignant story in 16 lifelike miniature scenes. It starts from Michizane's early childhood, to the peak of his court career, through his downfall and exile, all the way to his death. The scenes are signed by two craftsmen. The facial features, costumes and backgrounds are expertly made. We went there twice, and thoroughly enjoyed both visits.

(Translated by Google) The exhibition room was located in the basement down the stairs, and (even though there was no door) the cool air from the air conditioner stayed in the room, which quickly made me sweat and cooled down my overheated body. There's no place to sit or stay long, but it's perfect for a cooling shelter! You can study, and the entrance fee is 200 yen. Now, regarding the exhibition contents, I think the name "History Museum" is a good match. The first half is like a Hakata doll version of the Wax Museum where you can learn about the life of Michizane Sugawara. It is a space where time has probably stood still since the museum opened. However, I can't get enough of this Showa retro feel. It's full of tsukkomi (lol) However, the dolls are made by the famous Hakata doll makers Tetsuzaburo Nishigashira and Takuma Okiayu, so the dolls alone are worth seeing. Of particular note is the life-sized statue of Sugako. A quick (super digest) way to get to know Michizane Sugawara. There are no detailed explanations, so those who want to study deeply will not be satisfied. If you view it together with the Dazaifu Tenmangu Treasure Hall, I think they will complement each other well (I did that). For foreign tourists, it might be a good idea to get both things at once (Michizane Sugawara + Hakata doll). Personally, I found the second half of the exhibit, ``Festivals at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine'', to be worth seeing. Unlike the first half, there is also a detailed explanation. I felt like there was a difference in how much effort I put into it. The shrine maiden of Tenmangu Shrine used to come and go on the ground floor, so I think it is a facility attached to Tenmangu Shrine. (Original) 展示室が階段を下りた地下にあり、（ドアが無いのに）クーラーの冷気がいい塩梅に滞留していて、たちまち汗が引き、熱をもった身体をクールダウンできました。座る場所がないし、長居する場所でもないですが、クーリングシェルターにはうってつけです！お勉強もできて、入場料200円。 さて展示内容ですが、「歴史館」という名はマッチしてないかと。前半は菅原道真公の生涯を学ぶことができる、蝋人形の館の博多人形版というイメージかな。おそらく開館当初から時が止まっている空間です。でも、この昭和レトロ感もたまりません。ツッコミどころ満載ですし（笑） でも、西頭哲三郎氏・置鮎琢磨氏という、名だたる博多人形師の作なので、人形だけでもそれはそれは見応えあります。特筆すべきは、等身大の菅公像です。 サラッと（超ダイジェスト的に）菅原道真公を知るには◎。詳しい説明がないので、深く勉強したいという方は物足りないでしょう。『太宰府天満宮宝物殿』と一緒にご覧になると、互いに補完し合って良いと思います（私はそうしました。）。 外国人観光客の方には、手軽に一挙両得（菅原道真公＋博多人形）で良いかもしれません。 展示物の後半の「太宰府天満宮の祭礼」が個人的には見応えありました。前半と打って変わって、詳しい説明もあります。何だか力の入れようが違うように思いました。 地上階は天満宮の巫女さんが出入りしてたので、天満宮付属の施設なのだとおもいます。

(Translated by Google) I visited here when visiting Tenmangu Shrine. It's a system that lets you learn about Sugawara no Michizane's life in the form of a diorama, but as I only have a limited knowledge of him from history textbooks, I found it very interesting. (Original) 天満宮の参拝の際に訪問。 菅公の生涯をジオラマ形式で学べるシステムですが、菅公については歴史の教科書程度の知識しかなく不勉強だったので、興味深く拝見しました。

(Translated by Google) A museum located in Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. You can see the life of the enshrined deity, Sugawara no Michizane, in a diorama made of Hakata dolls. You can learn about the little-known facts about Michizane, such as his talent for both literature and martial arts and his negotiations with foreign countries, and all the dolls are well made and fun to look at. In particular, the recreation of the Heian period's Kyokusui no Utage, which was also depicted in the historical drama "Hikaru Kimi e", is a must-see. In addition to the Hakata dolls, dolls of Tenjin-sama from all over the country are also on display. (Original) 太宰府天満宮にある博物館。 御祭神菅原道真公の生涯を博多人形によるジオラマで見ることが出来ます。文武両道であったり外国と交渉をしたりするなどあまり知られていない道真公の事が学べますしどの人形も良く出来ていて見て楽しむこともできます。特に大河ドラマ「光る君へ」でも描かれていた平安時代の曲水の宴を再現したものは必見。博多人形以外にも全国各地の天神様の人形が展示されていました。

(Translated by Google) [July 20, 2025☀️] This is easy to understand! Perfect for people like me who don't know much about Sugawara no Michizane😃 You can really get a sense of Sugawara no Michizane and the flow of his life. After this, we went to the Treasure Hall. Maybe because it's a little further back, there were fewer people there than at the Treasure Hall. Maybe they didn't notice... I'm glad I went! (Original) 【2025年7月20日☀️】 これはわかりやすい！ 自分のような詳しくない人には ぴったりです😃 よーく菅公の事、人生の流れがつかめます。 この後、宝物殿に行きました。 場所が…ちょっと奥にあるためか、 宝物殿と比べると人が少なかった。 気づいてないのかな… 行って良かったです！

(Translated by Google) It is highly recommended for those who want to know the life story and related history of Sugawara Michizane to explore it. (Original) 非常推薦想了解菅原道真人生故事及相關歷史的人來一探究竟

Very long queues to take photos with the divine bull. Not worth the wait. Instead, head on inside the shrine grounds and you will find two more bulls with no people.

To come here you have to walk along the kokuhaku street. The street left and right got many shops sell food, souvenir and many more. No need entrance tickets. You have to come early because the place close about 4pm. To snap a photo with the divine bull the queue is long.

Long q to touch the bull, seems like it brings people luck/grant wishes! This is at the entrance to the shrine, before crossing the bridge. There is also another bull near to the museum/toilet with lesser crowd (not sure if it works the same way tho).

This bull is a lot less crowded than the other one at the entrance, so I recommend this one if you're trying to get as much luck as possible. They say you gain fortune in the area you pet which is why the head is so worn down.

There was rather a long queue to touch the bull for luck though it did move fast. You can see the shinier parts where visitors have touched.

Green bull rocks this shrine.

Not entirely sure what this bull meant, but there was a queue for taking photos with it. (Apologies for the sensor on the photo)

In total, the Dazaifu shrine-Museum place is very beautiful and always busy. There are a couple of cafes, lots of shrines, temple, lots of plums. Also they sell flowers on the territory. So I think it's worth visiting at least once a season.

Three vermilion bridges cross a heart-shaped pond at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine in Fukuoka, Japan.

A nice place! Slightly more crowded than other famous shrines in Fukuoka area. The bridge was nice but crowded

3 bridges represents "previous incarnation", "now" and "next incarnation". The past and future may not be as smooth as now, but when u pass these bridges, you already taste lives.

Arch Bridge to cross over to temple area

A bridge which is very crowded and packed with tourists.

Great bridge.

Pond with a fountain surrounding the Taiko bridge.

(Translated by Google) Visited on March 28, 2015. A pond shaped like the kanji for "heart." There are three red bridges spanning this pond. (Original) 2015/03/28来訪。 漢字の「心」を象った池。この池には三つの赤い橋が架かっています。

(Translated by Google) As its name suggests, Shinji Pond is a pond shaped like the character ``heart,'' and it is one of the most emotional Japanese gardens, with a calm and dignified beauty. The reflection of the sky and the greenery of the trees on the surface of the water, and the occasional ripples from the passing wind, were like an ink painting, and I felt my heart become calm just by looking at them. The fact that the shape of the pond resembles the word ``kokoro'' (heart) is very interesting, and it is impressive that you can feel introspective rather than just looking at it. As I walked along the shore of the pond, I felt a strange sensation of being face to face with nature and my own heart. The area is surrounded by trees that change with the seasons, and when I visited, the fresh greenery was reflected in the water, creating a vibrant landscape. It's a place that I'm looking forward to revisiting, as I think it's a place where you can enjoy a different atmosphere during the autumn leaves and snow seasons. The sight of carp swimming leisurely, the chirping of birds in the distance, and even the sound of footsteps as I crossed a small bridge were soothing, and I felt as if I had been removed from everyday life. Although it is located in a tourist spot, this pond has a mysterious power that allows you to naturally calm your mind in a space that is free from noise. ``Shinji Pond'' may not be a flashy tourist attraction, but that's why it's packed with ``quiet emotion'' that you can experience. It was such a special place, not only with its visible beauty, but also with a touch of closeness to the hearts of those who visited. (Original) 心字池は、その名の通り「心」という文字をかたどった池で、日本庭園の中でも特に情緒深く、静寂の中に凛とした美しさをたたえている場所でした。水面に映る空や木々の緑、時折通り過ぎる風が波紋を描く様子は、まるで一枚の水墨画のようで、見ているだけで心が穏やかになっていくのを感じました。 池の形が“心”の字を模しているというのも趣深く、ただ眺めるだけでなく、どこか内省的な気持ちになれるのが印象的です。池のほとりを歩きながら、自然と自分の心と向き合っているような、不思議な感覚に包まれました。 周囲には四季折々の木々が配されていて、私が訪れたときは新緑がきらきらと水面に映り込み、生命力にあふれる景色が広がっていました。紅葉の時期や雪の季節にはまた違った趣が楽しめるのだろうなと、再訪の楽しみも感じられる場所です。 鯉がゆったりと泳ぐ姿や、遠くから聞こえる鳥のさえずり、小さな橋を渡るときの足音すらも心地よく、日常から切り離されたような穏やかな時間が流れていました。観光地にありながら、騒がしさとは無縁の空間で、自然と心が整っていくような、そんな不思議な力がある池です。 「心字池」は、華やかな観光名所ではないかもしれませんが、だからこそ出会える“静かな感動”が詰まっています。目に見える美しさだけでなく、訪れた人の心にもそっと寄り添ってくれるような、そんな特別な場所でした。

(Translated by Google) The scenery of Kamiike Pond, surrounded by large camphor trees, is so beautiful that it leaves you speechless. However, according to a famous garden historian, in the courtyard between the tower gate and the main hall beyond this Shinji pond, there was a curved water fountain planted with red plums that must have expressed Michizane's taste in the past. Although it can be seen in old maps, it is regrettable that it has now been cleaned up and a stone bridge has been built over it, turning it into a culvert. Furthermore, the renga master Sogi visited this place during the Muromachi period and referred to it as ``Shinji Pond,'' and a monk from Enryakuji Temple who visited several hundred years earlier, close to the time when Kamiike was built, called it ``Shinji Pond.'' I haven't said that, so Along with other examples, ``In this way, the word Shinjiike'' does not come from the shape of the pond, but from the way Zen monks felt about the ponds in the gardens of shrines and temples, and it is a term that began to be widely used around the Edo period. "That's the right thing to do," he said harshly. According to Sogi's Chikushi Doki, in the section about Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, it says, ``A grove of ten million plum trees grew around the pond. September 2017), is it a ``plum forest''? I was surprised. If you look at the old map, you can see that there are rows of white plum trees, not strictly around the pond, but along what is now a busy approach to the shrine. Well, maybe it was just as I wrote when Sogi visited. If that happens, the impression of this garden pond will change drastically, and the fact that the sunlight filtering through the large camphor trees is beautiful today may not have been desirable to Lord Michizane and Sogi before ``Shinji Pond.'' Rather, it is Kishu that there is a camphor tree in a shrine. I can't help but think of the western countries, such as the Fujishiro Shrine in 1999 and Oyamazumi Shrine on Omishima Island in the Seto Inland Sea, and I also saw that there were wonderful camphor trees in West Lake, Hangzhou, which Sogi mentioned, and the vegetation from Konan to the western countries. I can't help but think that this is just natural. Therefore, no matter how much the garden changes, in that sense there will be nothing to stop you from sighing at this beautiful view. (Original) 楠の大樹に囲まれた神池の景色にはその美しさに声もない。とはいえ、とある高名な庭園史家によるとこの心字池の先の楼門と本殿の間の中庭に、往時は道真公の好みを表していたに違いない紅梅の植えられた曲水の遣水があり、古絵図でもそれを確認できるが、現在は整理されて石橋がかかり、暗渠となってしまったことを残念がっている。さらにこの心字池というのは室町期に連歌師の宗祇がここを訪問して「心字池」と表現しており、この神池の築造年代に近い、その数百年前に訪問した延暦寺の僧侶は心字池とは言っていないので、その他の例もあわせ「このように心字池というのは池の形から来たのではなく、社寺の園池に対する禅僧の感じ方から来ていて、江戸時代ごろから広く使用され始めた用語と見るのが正しい」と手厳しい。 宗祇の『筑紫道記』によると太宰府天満宮の項には「池の廻りには千万株の梅の林を成せり。覚えず西湖の境に来るやと覚ゆ」（文明12年[1480年] 9月)とあって、「梅の林」？とびっくり。古絵図を見ると厳密には池のまわりではなく、今は繁華な参道沿いに比定される場所に白梅の並木がある。まあ、でも宗祇が訪問したときは書いたとおりだったのかも。そうなるとこの園池の印象はがらりと変わり、現在の、楠の大樹の木漏れ日が美しいなどというのは「心字池」以前に道真公や宗祇には不本意なのかもしれないが、とはいえ杉や檜ではなく、楠が神社にあるというのは紀州の藤白神社や瀬戸内大三島の大山祇神社など西国を思わせてやまないし、そして宗祇の言っている杭州西湖にも素晴らしく立派な楠があったのを自分は見ており、江南から西国に至る植生の自然なのではと思ってやまない。なので庭園が幾らと変遷しようとも、その意味ではこの美景に嘆息するのに何も遮るものはないと思われる。

(Translated by Google) I visit the shrine about once a month! In front of the main hall, there is a pond that resembles a "heart" and the Japanese garden is beautiful! The weather has gotten better and I was able to see the "turtles" for the first time this year! I'm so happy! (Original) 月一位のペースで参拝させていただいています！本殿手前に「心」を象った池があり日本庭園が綺麗です！気候もよくなり今年始めて「カメさん」を見ることができました！なんか嬉しい‼️

(Translated by Google) Shinji Pond is a pond shaped like the character for ``heart.'' There are multiple locations in Japan. This sacred pond is shaped like the character ``heart,'' and the three divine bridges, Taikobashi and Naobashi, represent the three generations of Ichinen, past, present, and future, as described in Confucian thought. It is said that by crossing the bridge over this pond, it is said to ``purify the evil thoughts of the third generation,'' and it is considered a bridge for worshipers to purify themselves. The view of the Taikobashi Bridge over Shinji Pond is a great view point whether you are on the bridge or from the side street. (Original) 心字池とは、「心」の字をかたどった池のこと。日本国内に複数存在する この神池は「心」という字をかたどったものであり、太鼓橋と直橋の三つの神橋は、儒教思想にいう過去・現在・未来の三世一念の相を現したものである。この池の橋を渡ることによって「三世の邪念を祓う」ともいわれ、参拝者の身を清める橋とされる。 橋の上からでも、脇道からでも心字池に太鼓橋が架かる景観は絶好のビューポイントにあたる

(Translated by Google) Apparently, the pond is shaped like the character for heart. 😵✌️ When I visited, they seemed to be holding a wind chime festival. ʕ⁎̯͡⁎ʔ༄ Crossing this bridge is said to exorcise evil thoughts from the past, present, and future, which seems to be a Confucian idea. 😆👌 Amazing. 👍👍👍 (Original) 心という字を形どった池の意味だそうです😵✌️ 伺った際には、 風鈴のお祭りを行っている様子でしたʕ⁎̯͡⁎ʔ༄ この橋を渡ることで、 過去・現在・未来の邪念を祓うということで、 儒教の思想のようです😆👌 素晴らしい👍👍👍

Pretty cool spot. This bunker dug out on the side of a mountain was dug out out by young school kids over 2yrs. as a safe place to take refuge during the war. This is free.

Is a magic place the tour is so small but totally worth it.

Nice tour of Air raid Shelter

very small area

(Translated by Google) This is an air raid shelter dug by an elementary school teacher and students in 1943 during World War II. It is so well-built that it is not of amateur quality. It was built to accommodate 600 students, and it also has toilets and a kitchen. Parking is available, tours are free, and volunteers will give you a guided tour. (Original) 第二次世界大戦中の1943年に小学校の先生と生徒が掘った防空壕。作りが立派過ぎて素人が作ったクオリティではないです。生徒600人が避難できたらそうで、トイレや調理場もあります。駐車場あり、見学無料、ボランティアの方が解説してくれます。

(Translated by Google) We visited Mukyudo During World War II, it was dug as an air raid shelter for the former Miyamura National School, mainly by junior high school students at the time, until the end of the war The boys dug with pickaxes, the girls shaped the materials, and the younger students were in charge of carrying them out (from the pamphlet) When you touch the walls of Mukyudo, they feel as hard as concrete The ceiling is high and it is wide, so many students can take refuge there It is not just a place to take refuge, but also has a podium, a document room, and a food room for academic purposes In addition, it has a stove for cooking, a kitchen sink, and even a toilet, so many students and teachers can live and study there for long periods of time I have never seen an air raid shelter like this. Moreover, Mukyudo was dug voluntarily by the school, not under orders from the government or the military. No tools such as dynamite were used, and it was all carved by hand. It gives a sense of the harshness of the time, and I felt that it was a relic that conveyed a strong will to not let the precious lives and education of children be cut short by war. If you're in the area, I'd definitely recommend stopping by. (Original) 無窮洞（むきゅうどう）に伺いました 第二次世界大戦中に、旧宮村国民学校の防空壕として、当時の中学生の生徒たちを中心に、終戦まで掘られています 男子がツルハシなどで掘り、女子が整形を、下級生が運び出しを担当しました（パンフレットより） 無窮洞の壁面を触ると、コンクリートの様な硬さです 天井は高く、横幅も広く、多くの学生が避難できる様になっています 単に避難するだけではなく、学問の為の教壇や書類室、食糧室があります 更に、調理する為のかまどや調理流台、便所まであり、多くの生徒や先生が長期間にわたり、生活や学問ができる様になっています ここまでの防空壕は見たことがありません。しかも、政府や軍からの指示からでは無く、自発的に学校で掘られた無窮洞 ダイナマイトなどの工具は使用できず、全て手彫りされています 当時の過酷さを感じられると共に、宝である子供の命と教育を、戦争によって途絶えさせてはならない…という強い意志を感じられる遺構だと感じました 近くに来られたら、是非立ち寄って頂きたいです

(Translated by Google) The underground classroom (air-raid shelter) of the former Miyamura National School was dug continuously from 1943 (Showa 18) during World War II until the end of the war (August 15, 1945). It was apparently dug by junior high school students under the guidance of teachers. Tuff is said to be easy to process, so I wonder what the students of that time were thinking as they wielded pickaxes and hoes... Ingenuity was seen everywhere, taking into consideration drainage and the disposal of water that had fallen down the walls. It pains me to think of the young students who must have unquestioningly accepted the many glorious reports of war success and worked enthusiastically. During an air raid, about 600 students were temporarily evacuated, but they suffered from oxygen deprivation and so a farm tool, a wind fan (winnower), was used to blow air in from the entrance. *Unlike rock-carved Buddhas, the tuff carvings made me feel a sense of emptiness when I saw the traces of chisels and pickaxes. (Original) 第2次世界大戦中の1943(昭和18)年～終戦の日(1945/8/15)まで⛏️掘り続けられた旧宮村国民学校地下教室(防空壕) 教師の指導で掘ったのは中学生だそうです 加工が容易とされる凝灰岩だが当時の学生達はどのような思いでツルハシや鍬を振るったのだろうか…排水や壁を伝う落水の処理にも配慮した創意工夫があちらこちらに見受けられました 華々しい戦果報道の数々を疑うこと無く受け入れ意気揚々と作業に邁進していたであろうまだ幼い学生達の事を思うと胸が痛みました 空襲時 約600人の生徒が一時避難した時 酸欠状態になり農具の風扇車(唐箕)で入口から送風したとの事 ※凝灰岩の細工 磨崖仏とは違い ノミやツルハシの跡を見ると 虚しさを感じました

Pathway to get to the museum. A little underwhelming, might look better at night. Not the best light show but the travelator was nice.

Cool tunnel on the way to the museum! It’s a free of charge to use it so take an advantage of it and enjoy the ride! It’s colorful and cooler place which I enjoyed! Cheers 🥂

This was soo convenient. Long escalator going up, and long walkalator leading to the Kyushu National Museum.

It's 4 escalators / walkways with some lighting effects for two of them. Does the job, but nothing large out of the ordinary.

Nothing special. Just a long travelator or moving pavement with lights changing on the way to Kyushu National museum.

No elevator up to the national museum if you come from daizafu Shrine

This is a long tunnel leading to the museum from the nearby temple shrine and gardens attraction. Technologically, it does look pretty and the presence of escalators makes it convenient to go uphill towards the museum. However, in and of itself, it's just a tunnel with pretty lighting so 4stars is the most it can get.

(Translated by Google) It's a park with lots of play equipment and a beautiful waterfall in the back, albeit a small one. The ground of the play cloth is cushioned and soft, so you don't have to worry about falling. There are also many cherry blossom trees, making it a great place to enjoy cherry blossom viewing. (Original) 遊具もたくさんあり、奥には小さくても滝が美しい公園です。遊具フキンの地面はクッション性のあるやわらかな仕様で転んでも安心。桜の樹もたくさんあってお花見が楽しみな場所です。

(Translated by Google) A great little community park There is a small waterfall You can go down to the river and step on the water Such a high-quality park is not available in Taiwan. (Original) 很棒的一個社區小公園 有一個小瀑布 可下去河川踩踩水 這樣優質公園在台灣是看不到的

(Translated by Google) River Park Yasuragi no Sato is a popular place to relax and enjoy nature. As its name suggests, it is located along a quiet river, where you can relax and enjoy the sound of the flowing water and the chirping of birds. The park has a spacious lawn and many shady promenades, and one of its attractions is that you can enjoy different scenery every season. In spring, the park is decorated with cherry blossoms in full bloom, and many people visit as a famous cherry blossom viewing spot. In summer, you can splash around in the shallow waters by the river, making it a popular spot for families with small children. In autumn, the leaves are beautiful and the entire park is painted in warm colors. In addition, there are barbecue facilities, gazebos, toilets, and rest areas, so you can spend half a day or a whole day relaxing here. It is also used as a walking course by locals, and is loved by many people throughout the year as a place to heal their mind and body. (Original) 河川公園やすらぎの里は、自然とふれあいながら心安らぐ時間を過ごせる憩いの場として親しまれている公園です。名前の通り、静かな河川沿いに位置しており、水の流れや鳥のさえずりを感じながらゆったりと過ごすことができます。園内には広々とした芝生広場や木陰の多い遊歩道が整備され、季節ごとに異なる風景を楽しめるのも魅力の一つです。春には満開の桜が園内を彩り、花見の名所として多くの人が訪れます。夏には川辺の浅瀬で水遊びができ、小さな子ども連れの家族にも人気です。秋には紅葉が美しく、公園全体が温かな色に染まります。さらに、バーベキュー設備や東屋、トイレ、休憩スペースも整っており、半日から一日ゆっくりと過ごせます。地元の人々の散歩コースとしても利用されており、心と体を癒す場所として四季を通じて多くの人に愛されています。

(Translated by Google) The parking lot for the park is located relatively close to the front, so you will have to walk a bit. However, the promenade is along the river and has plenty of width, so it might be a good place to take a stroll. There is a waterfall at the back of the park, and I think the scenery is nice. The water quality of the river was a bit cloudy, so it's a good idea to check the water quality before swimming in the river. (Original) 公園用の駐車場は、割と手前に用意されているため、少々歩く事になります。ただ、その遊歩道は川沿いにあり幅も余裕があり散策がてらに良いかもしれません。公園の奥側には滝もあり、景観もいいと思います。多少川の水質が濁りぎみだったので、川遊びをする際は水質を確認してからがいいです。

(Translated by Google) It was well maintained, so even my 2 year old was able to play there with peace of mind. There is no space to change clothes, but there is a playing field and toilets. There was also plenty of parking. (Original) よく整備されているので、安心して2歳児でも遊ばせられました。 着替えをできるスペースはありませんが、グラウンドがあり、トイレもあります。 駐車場も結構ありました。

(Translated by Google) It's nice to have a hand-washing area with a shower. ⭕️ It's fine if you apply for a BBQ, but I wish they'd ban smoking. It's surrounded by mountains, so the smell is pervasive and always there. Also, there's not much parking. (Original) シャワーつきの手洗い場があって良い⭕️ BBQ申請だせばOKなのはいいが、タバコは禁止にしてほしい。周り山に囲まれているから充満してずっと臭い。 あとは、駐車場が少ない

(Translated by Google) The river and promenade are well-equipped and easy to walk. ️The parking lot next to the ground is large, so it's a park where you can play safely even with children! ️ Crowds are expected in early spring due to cherry blossom viewing. I think it would be nice to play in the water near the waterfall in the summer. (Original) 河川や遊歩道も綺麗に完備されていて歩きやすいです‼️グランド横の駐車場も広くて子供連れでも安心して遊ぶことのできる公園です‼️春先は桜の花見などで混雑が予想されます。夏場は滝傍にて水遊びもいいかとおもいます。

(Translated by Google) It's free. There is a manager. There is a toilet. As a reference room, it is quite small. It recommends watching a 5-minute video. Cool down in the circulator (lol) There are many pamphlets available. As a courtesy, we even have envelopes for you to take home. For the parking lot (unpaved), instead of parking in the spaces north and south of Mizuki Embankment, please enter the road that separates like the side road of National Route 3 from around Mizuki Embankment. You cannot enter from National Route 3. See photo for positional relationship. (Original) 無料です。管理人さんがいます。 トイレがあります。 資料室としては、かなり小ぢんまりとしています。 ５分間のビデオ鑑賞を勧めてくれます。 サーキュレーターで涼めます（笑） パンフレットが豊富です。 ご親切に、持ち帰り用の封筒まで置いてあります。 駐車場（未舗装です）は水城堤の南北にあるスペースではなく、水城堤あたりから国道３号線の側道のように分かれている道へ進入してください。国道３号線からは入れません。 位置関係は写真参照。

(Translated by Google) I've always looked down on this huge historical site in ancient northern Kyushu from an airplane or passed by it on the highway, so I'd always wanted to visit it. The museum is hidden under a bank and is difficult to see from the street. The exhibits consist of videos and panel displays. I thought the receptionist might be able to tell me more about it, but unfortunately there was no one there who knew anything about it. I appreciated the explanation of the historical background and civil engineering technology, but I would have liked to have learned more in-depth. (Original) いつも飛行機から見下ろしたり、高速道路で通過してしまうので、いつかは足を運んでみたかった古代北部九州の巨大史跡。 資料館は堤の下に隠れていて、通りからは一見わかりづらいです。 展示内容は動画とパネル展示。 受付の方なら詳しい話を聞けるかな？と思いきや、残念ながら詳しい方は不在のでした。 時代背景や土木技術の解説はありがたいが、さらに掘り下げた内容を知りたかった。

(Translated by Google) After seeing the "wooden gutter" exhibit at the Nakokunooka Historical Museum, I decided I wanted to dig deeper, so I visited Mizukikan. The more I learn, the more fascinating it becomes: the way this water castle was built, seemingly appearing out of nowhere. According to a handout, it was estimated that it would have taken 3,500 people, working 11 hours a day, to complete in 319 days. It's incredible that such a massive castle wall (earthwork)—1.2 km long, 9 m high, and 80 m wide at the base (25 m at the top)—could have been built in that time. The wooden gutter was used to channel water from the inner moat to the outer moat, passing under the earthwork. I was amazed that such a structure even existed in the mid-7th century. The panels and videos inside the museum are easy to understand, and the handouts are comprehensive and well worth reading. When I actually climbed up to the observation deck atop Mizukikan, I was awed by its sheer scale. I almost gasped in amazement at how much they'd managed to build. It only takes a few minutes to climb to the observation deck, so be sure to take in the magnificent straight line of the water castle ruins that continues toward the west gate (although it's interrupted by a highway along the way). The defeat at the Battle of Baekgang is the background to the establishment of this water castle, Dazaifu government office, Ono Castle, and Kii Castle. The numerous defensive structures built in a short period of time against threats from abroad convey the tension of the time. Following the Tsukushi-no-Kimi Iwai Rebellion in the first half of the 6th century, the Natsunomiyake (Nanotsunomiyake), the imperial court's base in northern Kyushu, was relocated to Dazaifu, and the Dazaifu government office was renovated...The water castle appears to have been one of the major national projects that came about at this major turning point. While few records remain from the time of its construction, the many mysteries surrounding it make this relic an exciting prospect for further investigation. In subsequent periods, Tsukushi-no-Murotsumi (later known as Korokan) developed as a hub for diplomacy and trade. Mizuki's west gate apparently led to the Korokan, while its east gate led to an official road leading to Hakata Port. I imagine the west gate route was a detour to allow direct access to the Dazaifu government office, while the east gate route was a shortcut that prioritized domestic travel. As an aside, two waka poems from the Manyoshu (poem numbers 965 and 968) are engraved on the stone monument in front of Mizukikan. Wandering Woman Kojima: "If I were an ordinary person, I might be afraid to shake off my painful sleeves." (965) Dazai no Souchi Otomo no Tabito: "Thinking of a trout, I will wipe away my tears on the water-filled Mizuki." (968) I was curious, so I looked it up and found that poems 966 and 967 were also by these two poets. Kojima: "The clouds hide the Yamato Road, Yet do not think my waving sleeves rude." (966) Otomo no Tabito: "If I pass through Kojima in Kibi on the Yamato Road, I may think of Kojima in Tsukushi." (967) I imagined this poem as a typical farewell song between a man and a woman, but when I learned the background, it was completely different. Otomo no Tabito was over 60 years old and took up his post in Dazaifu with his wife. He lost his wife while there. By the time he returned to Kyoto, following the Nagaya no O Incident, many high-ranking officials had died one after another, making him the highest-ranking vassal. I can somehow sense Otomo no Tabito's good character as he composed a farewell song for a young girl he had become close to. My only impressions of him were that he was "the father of Ieyasu" and "a sake lover," so I found it fascinating to research. The official website directs you to Plazas 1 and 2 for this parking lot, and if you search for "Mizuki Castle Ruins Parking Lot" on Google Maps, it will come up. The same map also lists a location as "Mizukikan Private Parking Lot," but it's best to check whether it's available. (Original) 奴国の丘歴史資料館で「木樋（もくひ）」の展示を見て、深掘りしたくなって水城館を訪れました。知れば知るほど面白いのは、この水城が忽然と姿を現すように築かれていることです。配布資料によると、1日あたり3500人が11時間働いて、319日で完成するという試算がありました。全長1.2km、高さ9m、底部の幅80m（上部25m）の巨大な城壁（土塁）をその期間で築いたというのは驚異的です。なお、木樋は、土塁の下を通って内堀から外堀へ水を送るためのもので、7世紀半ばにそのような構造があったこと自体にも驚かされました。館内のパネルや映像は分かりやすく、配布資料も充実していて、読みごたえがあります。 実際に水城館の上の展望台まで登ってみると、そのスケールに圧倒されます。よくここまで積み上げたなと、思わず声が漏れそうになります。展望台までは数分で登れるので、ぜひ西門方面に続く（途中、高速道路で途切れていますが）水城跡の壮大な直線を眺めてみてください。 この水城や大宰府政庁、大野城・基肄城などの成立背景には、白村江の戦いでの敗戦があります。国外からの脅威に対して、短期間で築かれた防衛施設の数々から、当時の緊張感が伝わってきそうです。6世紀前半の「筑紫君磐井の乱」以降、朝廷の北部九州の拠点だった那津官家（なのつのみやけ）を太宰府へ移し、大宰府政庁を整備していく...その大きな転機に訪れた国家的な大プロジェクトの一つがこの水城だったようです。建設当時の記録は多く残っていませんが、まだ眠る謎が多い分、今後の調査が楽しみな遺構です。 その後の時代には、外交と交易の拠点として筑紫館（つくしのむろつみ／後の鴻臚館）が発展していきます。水城の西門は鴻臚館へ、東門は博多の港へ続く官道に繋がっていたそうで、西門ルートは大宰府政庁に真正面から入らせるために遠回りで、東門ルートは国内移動の利便性を重視した近道だったのかなと想像しています。 余談ですが、水城館の前にある歌碑には、万葉集におさめられている和歌2首（歌番号965,968）が刻まれています。 遊行女婦 児島「凡ならば かもかもせむを 恐みと 振りいたき袖を 忍びてあるかも」（965） 大宰帥 大伴旅人「ますらをと 思へるわれや水くきの 水城のうえに なみだ拭はむ」（968） 気になったので調べてみると、歌番号966,967もこの二人の歌でした。 児島「大和道は 雲隠りたり 然れども あが振る袖を 無礼と思ふな」（966） 大伴旅人「大和道の 吉備の児島を 過ぎて行かば 筑紫の児島 思ほえむかも」（967） よくある男女の別離の歌をイメージしましたが、背景を知ると全く違うものでした。大伴旅人は60歳を超え、妻を連れて大宰府に赴任。そして赴任中に妻を亡くしています。帰京する当時は、長屋王の変のあとで、高官も相次いで亡くなり、臣下として最上位の身分になっていました。そんな身分の高いお爺ちゃんが、親しくなった若い娘へ別離の歌を詠んだことを想像すると、何となく大伴旅人の人柄の良さを感じられます。「家持の父」「酒好き」という印象しかなかったので、調べながら面白いなと思いました。 こちらの駐車場については、公式サイトでは第1・第2広場が案内されており、Googleマップでは「水城跡駐車場」と検索すれば表示されます。同マップに「水城館専用駐車場」と登録された場所もありますが、利用可能かは確認した方が良さそうです。

(Translated by Google) I had been curious about this place for a while while riding my road bike, so I stopped by. I went inside and read various pamphlets while feeling cool and soothing. A member of the museum introduced a video (approximately 5 minutes) that ``understands the history of Dazaifu, Mizuki, etc.''. It was a very clear and detailed video. It was good to see you. I received some pamphlets and headed home. I am grateful that I was able to visit this place. thank you! →Please come and visit us! (Original) ロードバイクで走ってるときに、以前から気になっていたので、立ち寄りました。 中に入ってひんやりに癒されながら、色々なパンフレットなどを読ませていただきました。 館内の方から、「太宰府や水城等の歴史がわかる」ビデオ（約5分）を紹介させて見せていただきました。 とても分かりやすい丁寧な映像でした。見れて良かったです。 いくつかのパンフレットをいただいて、帰りました。 この場所に訪問できたことに感謝してます。ありがとうございます！ →是非訪問してみてください！

(Translated by Google) You can watch a free video that explains the history of the Mizuki area in Dazaifu. The air conditioner works well and it's comfortable to watch about 5 minutes of footage. There is also a toilet inside. You can reach the observation deck in about 2 minutes on foot. (Original) 太宰府の水城周辺の歴史がわかるビデオが無料で見れます。 クーラーも効いてて5分くらいの映像で快適。 トイレも中にあります。 展望台には歩いて2分くらいで着きます。

(Translated by Google) Helps understand the relationship between Japan and Korea during the Three Kingdoms period. Saturn (Original) 삼국시대 일본과한국의 관계 이해하는데 도움이 됨. 토성

(Translated by Google) Honestly, if you're coming from Fukuoka City, you'll probably walk right past it, but it's a facility with an interesting shape. Unlike the exterior and surroundings, the exhibits inside are beautifully organized and easy to read, and you can also enjoy the explanations from the friendly guides. In addition, there are many seasonal plants near this facility, so it is recommended that you casually stop by and enjoy the scenery. (Original) 福岡市の方から来ると正直通り過ぎそうになりますが、面白い形をした施設です。 外観や周囲の様子とは異なり、中の展示は美しくまとめられていて読みやすく、気さくなガイドの方からの説明を楽しむこともできます。 また、この施設近隣には季節ごとの植物が多く、何気なく寄って景色を楽しんでみるのもおすすめです。

An absolutely wonderful hidden gem of an Inari shrine. If you appreciate peace, nature, and the Inari and want something with next to no tourists to appreciate this is a lovely spot.

(Translated by Google) Ishiana Inari Shrine in Dazaifu City is It's a mysterious place in nature. It is said to be one of the three major Inari shrines in Kyushu, and the shrine is dedicated to Ukanomitama no Okami, the god who governs clothing, food, and shelter. It has a mystical atmosphere amidst nature, and is characterized by megalithic groups and stone stairs. I was able to spend some quiet time at this Inari statue and soothe my soul. I am grateful that I was able to visit this place. thank you! (Original) 太宰府市の石穴稲荷神社は、 自然の中にある神秘的な場所です。 九州三大稲荷の一つとも言われているそうで、衣・食・住を司る宇迦乃御魂大神が祀られています。 自然の中の神秘的な雰囲気があり、巨石群や石の階段が特徴です。この稲荷さまでは静かな時間を過ごしながら、心を癒すことができました。 この場所に訪問できたことに感謝してます。ありがとうございます！

(Translated by Google) I felt a chill when I walked about 1m through the first and second torii gates on the road side, and although I don't have any special powers, I hope that this has a good effect. There are so many red torii gates that I was blown away. I'm still a beginner when it comes to visiting shrines, so I was a little moved✨️. The shrine office on the left was not open, and two types of goshuin stamps were 500 yen each and would be mailed to you later. The shipping fee was a small donation. There was a sign posted, so I've included a picture. There was a sign instructing you to change into sandals to go to the top of the main hall, so I refrained from taking photos beyond this point. There are statues of Inari on both sides of the stairs, but I got chills when I looked to the right, and the Inari on the left was also missing one ear. The one on the right was missing both ears and a mouth, and its face looked like a goo... It may have been chipped over the years, but I hoped that the people who came to pray would not be rude, so I climbed up. When you go around shrines, you often see a pair of large trees, but here there was only one large tree, which was impressive. As I came down the stairs, I saw couples giggling and taking photos, but I wish they had come with a more solemn feeling. I started going around the shrines at the end of last year and never thought anything of it until now, so I guess this time was irregular. A tradition with an Inari statue? Passing on what has been passed down to the next people/generation and going with a solemn feeling...it was a good opportunity to think. (Original) 一番道側の大きな鳥居くぐり、2番目の鳥居をくぐり1mくらい歩くとゾゾッと肌寒い感じで、私は何の能力も無いけど、こういうのが良い効果だと良いなあと思いたいです。 赤い鳥居も、わ〜っと思うくらい有ります。まだ神社巡り初心者なのでちょっと感動✨️。 左の社務所は不在で、御朱印2種は各500円で後日郵送。送料は寸志。張り紙有ったので画像載せておきます。 本殿上に行くには、草履への履き替え有る指示の張り紙有るので、この先は撮影控えました。 階段途中に左右に稲荷？像が有るのですが、右見てゾクッとし左の稲荷も片耳が失くなってました。右は両耳に口が失くて顔がグーみたいだったんです…。 長い年月から欠けたのかもしれないけど、お参り来た人達がマナー悪くでないと良いなあと思い上に登りました。 神社回るとよく対で大きな木が有るけど、こちらでは大きな木が一本で印象的でした。 階段降りて来るとカップルがキャッキャッ言って写真撮ったりしてましたが、もっと厳か気持ちで来て欲しいかなと思いました。去年末から回り始めて今まで何も思わなかったので、今回はイレギュラーだったんだと思います。 稲荷像で伝統？引き継いだ物を次の人達·世代へ引き継ぐ事と厳かな気持ちで行く事…良い考える機会となりました。

(Translated by Google) Enshrined deity: Uka no Mitama Okami Kannabi no Umashidokoro (Kannabi no Umashidokoro) It is one of the three major Inari shrines in Kyushu, and is said to be a beautiful and pleasant place where the gods descend.The megaliths of the Okumiya retain the appearance of ancient Iwaza rituals, and it has been worshiped as a place of prayer since before the Heian period. It's a very comfortable shrine that makes you want to stay here for a long time.You walk between the huge stones to get to the inner shrine, but it's not very far so it's easy to get to. The stairs leading to the inner shrine are on the right side of the main shrine, and there is a shoe box on the left just after passing through the torii gate, so change your shoes before climbing up. It is recommended as a pleasant place with green trees and a pleasant atmosphere. I asked the person concerned for the goshuin, but they said it would take 3-4 months. I was asked to wait patiently. It seems that they will send it to me. (Original) 御祭神:宇迦之御魂大神 神奈備之美志処(かんなびのうましところ)神々が降り立つ美しく気持ちの良い所と称される、九州三大稲荷の１つで奥宮の巨石群は古代の磐座祭祀の姿を留めており、平安時代以前より祈りの地として信仰されてきた場所です。 とても心地良く、ずっとこの場にいたくなるような神社で、巨石の間をぬって奥宮に行きますが、距離はさほど無いので行きやすいです。奥宮に向かう階段が本殿右手にあり、鳥居をくぐったすぐ左手に靴箱があるので履き物を履き替えてのぼります。 木々の緑といい、兎に角気持ちの良い場所でお勧めです。 御朱印は関係者の方にお願いしましたが、3.4ヶ月かかるとの事。気長に待ってくださいと言われました。送ってくださるそうです。

(Translated by Google) Behind the three shrines was a sacred space with a mysterious atmosphere, as if Princess Mononoke might appear. As I was praying, a woman who appeared cleaning with what appeared to be the chief priest was there and kindly showed me around. The older woman told me that this place has likely existed as a place of prayer much earlier than Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine was established. I decided to pray here because someone who lives near Kamado Shrine told me that they have long lived near Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine and that Ishiana Inari has long been frequented by Hakata merchants and is one of Fukuoka's three major Inari shrines. I sometimes wondered if the shrine originally functioned to protect this place. It was difficult to know how to direct my prayers; it was like there were multiple layers, a complex mix of the original types of prayers and the ones that had been there until now, and it felt like a difficult place to pray to. I would like to hear your thoughts if anyone has had the opportunity to pray here. It was a place that made me want to connect with the prayers of people of ancient times, if possible. (Original) 三つの社の奥に、もののけ姫が出てきそうな不思議な雰囲気を放つ場所がある神聖さを感じる空間がありました。 参拝する時に丁度宮司のような方とともに清掃をされていた女性方がいらっしゃって、丁寧に案内してくださいました。年長の女性の方からここは太宰府天満宮ができるよりももっとずっと古くから祈りを向ける場所として存在していたであろう事を教えてくださいました。 ここを参拝するきっかけは竈門神社側に住む方から、昔から太宰府天満宮の辺りに住んでらして石穴稲荷が博多の商人がずっと以前から足繁く通っていたことや福岡三大稲荷の一つだと教えてくれたからです。 本来的には、もしかしたらこの場所を守るために機能した神社だったのではと思う面がありました。 祈りの振り向け方が難しく、レイヤーの層というか元々の祈りの種類と今までのものが複雑で、祈るとまだらな感覚がして難しい場所だと感じました。 この場所の祈りに合った方がいらっしゃったら感想を聞いてみたい。 できれば、古の人の祈りと繋がってみたいと思わせてくれる場所でした。

(Translated by Google) 2023.3.30 A place where nature is at its best. There are a lot of stairs, but I feel like I want people to climb them slowly and enjoy themselves. If you go to Okumiya, you should change your shoes near the entrance, and walk barefoot across the boulder ahead. Deity enshrined: Ukanomitama no Okami. Since ancient times, the god of food has been prayed for a rich harvest. Other names are Ukemochinokami and Miketsukagami. (Original) 2023.3.30 自然がいっばいの場所。階段なども多いけれど、ゆっくり登って楽しんで欲しい感じ。 奥宮に行くなら入口付近に靴を履き替え、先の巨石の上は裸足で岩場を渡っていくようになっています。 御祭神： 宇迦乃御魂大神 (うかのみたまのおおかみ). 太古より、五穀豊穣を祈る食物の神。別名を保食神（うけもちのかみ）御食津神（みけつかみ）

(Translated by Google) I stopped by on my way back from Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine 😊 There is a large private parking lot near Chikushi Jogakuin. Once inside, it's a different world. In terms of atmosphere, it's in the top 5 of the shrines I've visited so far. An overwhelming worldview. Before going to the inner shrine, you need to change your footwear. I felt like I was freed from a possession😊 I will definitely come again. (Original) 太宰府天満宮の帰りに寄らせていただきました😊筑紫女学院の近くで広い専用駐車場があります。 中に入ると、別世界。 雰囲気で言えば今まで参拝させていただいた神社の中でトップ5に入ります。圧倒的な世界観。 奥の宮にいくには、履き物を替えます。 憑き物が取れたような感覚になりました😊 絶対にまた来ます。

(Translated by Google) There is an information board and a stone pillar on the side of Government Office Street (Prefectural Route 76). (Original) 政庁通り(県道76号線)の脇に案内板と石柱が立っています。

(Translated by Google) School ruins According to the website of Dazaifu City, Gakuin is an institution that trains officials of the western country. This area, which is located on the east side of the Dazaifu Government Office, is thought to have once had a school, as the lower-case name is ``gakugo.'' At the academy, with a doctor as an instructor, I learned the necessary things for a government official, such as politics, medicine, arithmetic, and writing, using books such as the "Five Classics" and "Three Historys" of China as textbooks. In the ancient educational system, a provincial doctor was usually assigned to each country (roughly equivalent to the current prefecture), but the six provinces of Chikuzen, Chikugo, Buzen, Bungo, Hizen, and Higo did not have doctorates, and students were assigned to Dazaifu. studied. Students are hired as government officials if they pass the examination after completing the required subjects within a given year. There is a record that about 200 students gathered in Dazaifu in the first year of Tennou (781), and we can know that Dazaifu also functioned as a center of learning. (Original) 学校院跡 太宰府市のWebによると、 学校院は、西国の役人を養成する機関である。 大宰府政庁の東側にあるこの地区は、 小字名を「学業」ということから、学校院があったと考えられている。 学校院では、博士を教官として、中国の「五経」「三史」等の書物を教科書に、 政治・医術・算術・文章など、役人として必要なことを学んだ。 古代の教育システムでは、通常は国(ほぼ現在の県にあたる)ごとに国博士がおかれるが、 筑前・筑後・豊前・豊後・肥前・肥後の六国には博士はおかれず、学生は大宰府で修学した。 学生は、所定年内に必要な科目を修得した後に、試験に合格すれば役人として採用される。 天応元年(781)には約200人の学生が大宰府に集まったとの記録があり、 大宰府が学問の中心地としても機能していたことを知ることができる、との事。

Nice place but be careful, there is information about the existance of snake in this place.

(Translated by Google) The grounds are very spacious and it's a nice park, but the toilets are old and children are scared to go in, so they end up going back home... The running course, which allows you to go around the park once, is nice, but when you go onto the footpaths, there are poorly maintained stairs and paths that look like animal trails, so it's a shame that in some places children can't pass safely. First of all, I would like the toilets to be renovated. (Original) グラウンドはすごく広いしいい公園なんですがトイレが古くて子どもが怖がって入りたがらず家まで戻る始末で。。 あと一周出来るランニングコースはいいのですが、小道に入ると整備が行き届いてない階段とか獣道みたいになってる道もあって子どもたちが安全に通れない所もあるのが残念です。まずは、トイレを一新して頂きたいです。

(Translated by Google) The park has a circumference of approximately 1km. There are baseball fields and tennis courts. There is a path surrounding the pond, where you can enjoy running or walking. However, there is a part in the middle of the pond that is not paved, making it a little difficult to walk on. Kasuga Park is maintained almost every day, but compared to that, the maintenance is poor and the grass is overgrown, with grass sometimes even coming out onto the road. The parking lot is a little small compared to the size of the park, but I've never seen it so crowded. The parking lot is located in the residential area, not on the main street. (Original) 一周が約1キロほどの公園です。野球グラウンドやテニスコートなどがあります。池を囲むように道があり、ランニングや散歩を楽しむことができます。ただ、池の途中に舗装されていない部分があり、少し走りにくいです。春日公園はほぼ毎日手入れをしていますが、それに比べて整備が甘く草が生い茂り、道にまで草が出てきている時もあります。公園の規模に対して少し駐車場は狭いですが、あまり満車になるほど人がいるのを見たことはありません。駐車場は大通り側ではなく住宅地の方に入ったところにあります。

(Translated by Google) You can travel through the four seasons while taking a walk 😉 Feel the changing seasons as you walk along the paved path that is gentle on your feet with slight ups and downs, and you'll be able to walk around three laps before you know it😁 This is a popular park in Dazaifu, the village of Reiwa. I also like the fluffy feel of the grassy area. One disappointing thing is that there aren't many lights and there aren't many people, so it's dangerous after dusk, so you can't go there alone as a woman. (Original) 散歩しながら、四季の旅が出来ます😉 季節の移ろいを感じながら、少しだけアップダウンのある、足に優しい舗装の道を歩くと、いつの間にか三周は行けます😁 令和の里太宰府にある赴きのある公園です。 芝生の広場のふかふかした感触も気に入っています。 一つ残念なことは、電灯が少ないのと人が少ないので、夕方以降は危なくて、女性１人では行けないことですね😢

(Translated by Google) In addition to facilities such as tennis courts, grounds, and an archery field, Dazaifu Historical Sports Park also has walking and jogging courses, an observatory, and especially stone monuments with Manyoshu written all over the place, so you can look for your favorite poems while taking a walk. I think it's fun! The parking lot is spacious and free, so commercial vehicles often use it during breaks. The observation deck used to have a good view, but now the trees have grown and the view is getting worse. It has become a place of relaxation for the citizens of Dazaifu. Please use it to improve your health! Most of the people are elderly. (Original) 太宰府歴史スポーツ公園はテニスコートやグランド、弓道場などの施設の他に散歩やジョギングができるコース、展望台特にあちこちに万葉集の書かれた石碑が有るので、散歩しながら好きな詩を探すのも楽しいと思います! 駐車場も広く無料なので、営業車が休憩タイムに良く利用しています。 展望台は昔は眺めが良かったですが、今は木が伸びたせいで眺めが悪くなってしまっております。 太宰府市民の憩いの場になっています。健康増進のためにご活用ください! ほとんど年配のかたが多いですね。

(Translated by Google) It is a park rich in nature with a ball game field and tennis courts! There is also a course where you can enjoy a walk while enjoying the songs of Manyo poets who are connected to Dazaifu! The paved walking path that goes around the pond is 700m to 900m long and offers a pleasant view! (Original) 球技グラウンドやテニスコートのある自然豊かな公園です! 太宰府にゆかりのある万葉歌人の歌を楽しみながら散歩が出来るコ−スもあります! １周が７〜９００ⅿの池を周回する舗装された散歩道は心地よく感じる景色です！