The most famous attraction is Takachiho Gorge – a deep chasm carved out by several explosions from the nearby Mount Aso, ...

Tucked on Japan’s southwestern island of Kyushu, Fukuoka thrives in the understated—a mix of old-world craft and neon-lit ...

This is your definitive guide to the city’s best neighbourhoods and most stylish hangouts, writes Michelle Tchea Pulsating.

Creation legends and folk tales swirl like snow and leaves across the protected landscapes of Japan. This selection of four ...

A 35-meter-long historical timeline, “Tenjin History Timeline,” will be installed along the eastern outer wall of the ...

Offering a variety of tonkotsu ramen options, Kyushu Jangara is known for its creamy and porky ... Situated in a serene forested area near Harajuku, Meiji Shrine is dedicated to Emperor Meiji and ...

Judy Koutsky covers adventure, luxury and family travel. Japan’s southernmost main island, Kyushu, is a land deeply connected to nature. Known for its volcanic terrain, lush forests, and ...

Of them, 15,572 provided valid responses. The prefecture in the Kyushu region won the top spot in the category of overall satisfaction levels, at 90.9 percent. The national average was 85.5 percent.

One of the most memorable bouts of Akebono's career came on the 13th day of the 1993 Kyushu Grand Tournament, when he defeated his “senpai” Konishiki, who had already lost seven bouts in the ...

Details: The festival kicks off with a prayer ceremony at Hiyoshi Shrine, followed by a vibrant parade. Participants dressed as the Emperor and Empress dolls, three court ladies, and five musicians, ...

The Yomiuri Shimbun A folding screen created based on a pattern on the back of a door at the miniature shrine at Kodaiji temple in Kyoto Later, Kondo joined Shimode’s workshop and has mastered the ...