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Dec 1, 2022

Samurai villa stay in the castle town of Obi, Miyazaki on Kyushu Island

In Kyushu, once the hot, sunny summer is over, the leaves on the trees begin to turn brilliant shades of yellow and red around the end of October. We thought that an atmospheric ca...

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#Miyazaki Prefecture

Onsen, or hot springs, are often thought of as being located in remote areas, but there are places right here in Fukuoka City where you can enjoy natural hot springs. One of these is the Hakata Onsen district located along the Naka River. Situated in a quiet residential area, Ganso Motoyu looks like an ordinary private residence at first glance. Its name, which roughly translates as “the original hot spring,” derives from the fact that 49-degree-Celsius water gushed out of the ground when the owners had a well dug here in 1966. The bath is large enough to accommodate three people, and the piping hot spring water flows directly into the tub without being cooled. Fujinoen is another hot spring located in the Hakata Onsen district. The area was originally a rice paddy, but when the owners noticed that rice grew faster in one corner of the paddy, they dug up the area and hot spring water came gushing out. Since opening as an onsen inn in 1972, Fujinoen has been a favorite destination for local hot spring fans. Both day-trip bathing and overnight stays are available, and since there is a golf driving range on the premises, you can also enjoy a soak after practicing golf. If you prefer your onsen with an ocean view, then you will want to visit Kyukamura Shikanoshima. Sitting in the open-air bath facing the Genkai Sea, you can enjoy a view of the blue ocean stretching out before you, the sunset over the sea, or the star-filled sky, depending on what time you go. Meanwhile, Bayside Place Hakata, a commercial complex on Hakata Wharf, is home to Namiha no Yu. As opposed to onsen in outlying areas, here you can enjoy a uniquely urban bathing experience, complete with views of Fukuoka’s nightscape. In addition to the natural hot spring, Namiha no Yu has a hot stone sauna and a facial spa. An increasing number of hotels in the city also have natural hot springs. One of the pioneers of this trend is Yaoji Hakata Hotel near Hakata Station. In 1998, prior to the construction of the hotel, the developer planned to drill for hot spring water, and after about six months of drilling, they struck a hot spring reservoir with abundant hot water. Day-trip bathing is also available, so you do not need to book a night in the hotel. Since this, there has been a noticeable uptick in the number of hotels in Fukuoka City equipped with natural hot spring baths, 福岡市内で楽しむ天然温泉

Dec 1, 2022

Natural Hot Springs You Can Enjoy Right Here in Fukuoka City

Onsen, or hot springs, are often thought of as being located in remote areas, but there are places right here in Fukuoka City where you can enjoy natural hot springs. One of these ...

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#Fukuoka City

Nov 29, 2022

Momochi Now – Seaside Momochi, a photogenic town

From late October, ginkgo trees along the streets and parks begin to turn brilliant yellow and red, adding a splash of color to the cityscape. The early setting sun and darkness al...

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#Momochi / Nishijin

Nov 24, 2022

010 BUILDING Shakes Up Fukuoka’s Nightlife

The doors were opened to the media today for a preview of the new 010 BUILDING located across from Hakata Canal City and along the Naka River. The facility will feature the restaur...

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#Hakata

Nov 10, 2022

Naturalization in Japan – The Process Explained

How well do you know the process of naturalization in Japan? Although becoming naturalized is sometimes compared to applying for a permanent residence permit, a permanent resident ...

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#Fukuoka Prefecture

Oct 31, 2022

Further Enhancing Centers for Exchange in Each Ward

Equipped with a civic hall, meeting rooms and a library, the Minami Civic Center is well known by local residents as a hub for culture and exchange in Minami Ward...

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#Fukuoka City

Momochi Now - Yokatopia Bridge, ももちNow よかトピア橋

Oct 28, 2022

Momochi Now – The Bridges of Momochi

Seaside Momochi, a neighborhood built on reclaimed land, is connected to the adjacent neighborhoods by bridges. If you have two hours, you can stroll from one end of the area to th...

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#Momochi / Nishijin

Oct 7, 2022

What’s Fukuoka City Really Like?

Voices of Fukuoka’s international residents. In previous posts, I've shared information on updates on Fukuoka City's urban planning and support of its citizens' well-being. And we'...

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