In 2019, Kokura Castle was renovated and had been upgraded as an experience-based tourist spot with a new video theater and photo-taking spots. At this event, which as an autumn event in Kitakyushu, about 30,000 bamboo lanterns are lit in the castle tower. The area around Kokura Castle creates a unique atmosphere. If you bring a lighter, you can help light candles at the designated time.
• 11/2 (Wed.) ~ 11/6 (Sun.)
• 17:30~20:45 (last admission), lights out at 21:00
• Admission fee (environmental contribution): over JHS ¥500 *only inside Kokura Castle
• Kokura Castle, Toranomon etc
• 2-1 Jonai, Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka
• 070-8376-7103
• http://kokurajotakeakari.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/kokurajotakeakari/
