This time, I would like to recommend a trip to Kurume! Kurume is easily accessible from Fukuoka Airport and Saga Airport. It is 45 minutes by highway bus from Fukuoka Airport. From JR Hakata Station, you can arrive by Shinkansen in 17 minutes. There are many spots where you can enjoy traveling in Japan all four seasons.
1. Nishitetsu Kurume Station
Arriving at Nishitetsu Kurume Station by train! There are coin lockers to store luggage, and there are many buses that depart from the station, so you can easily go anywhere.
If you have a problem, contact the information desk. There are also car rental stores around the station.
2. Ishibashi Cultural Center “Rakusuitei”
The Ishibashi Cultural Center is a spot that is within walking distance from the station.The museum and garden pond are the highlights.
“Rakusuitei” is the recommended lunch spot since it is located right next to the pond.
You can eat delicious Japanese food and sweets. There scenery and atmosphere are very good!
Recommended for those who want to enjoy Japan.
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3. Kurume Castle Ruins
The view from the hill overlooking the Chikugo is beautiful, and you can feel the history from the stone walls. Kurume Castle Ruins is a spot where you can enjoy cherry blossoms in the spring and autumn leaves in autumn.
You can also visit Shinoyama Shrine since it is in the same area.
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4. Kora Shrine
Since ancient times, it has been a important shrine of Chikugo. There is a mountain path from the foot of Mitarai Pond to the main shrine, and there is a small shrine along the way.
Recommended for those who like mountain climbing.
If you do your best and go up the mountain path, you will reach the magnificent main shrine.
From the observation deck at the top of the mountain, you can overlook the city of Kurume. If you are not confident in your strength, you can drive to the summit by car.
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5. Karakuri Taiko Clock
The Karakuri Taiko Clock in front of the JR Kurume Station plays a melody at a certain time while the clock face rotates, lights turn on, dolls appear, and various patterns appear to delight the viewer. From 8:00am to 7:00pm, the highlights are every 30 minutes and new hour!
6. Catholic Kurume Church
The Catholic Kurume Church is beautifully lit up in Kurume at night.Both the church and the sidewalk are very beautiful.
It is about 10 minutes on foot from Nishitetsu Kurume Station.
7. Kurume Ramen “Seiyoken”
If you think of Kurume specialty foods, Kurume ramen is recommended.
You can also change the taste of the soup according to your palate, such as light or rich.
Seiyoken is a 15 minute walk from Nishitetsu Kurume Station.
8. Single Bite Gyoza “Tenya”
Another recommendation in Kurume is Tenya’s single bite gyoza.
The cute gyoza and the specialty potato salad from this shop are delicious. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is Japanese-style, and the gyoza is compact and composed.
“Tenya” is a 10 minute walk from Nishitetsu Kurume Station.
9. Tengenji Bridge
If you visit the Tengenji Bridge over the Chikugo River in the evening, it is a beautiful spot to see the setting sun. This is a bridge that connects Fukuoka and Saga Prefectures.
The scenery of the Chikugo River and the setting sun flows slowly. It is like looking at art.
10. Nishitetsu Bus (direct to Fukuoka Airport)
The bus to Fukuoka Airport is more convenient that the train. It is a direct trip without transfer from Nishitetsu Kurume Station to Fukuoka Airport. If you do not know where the bus stop is, ask the bus information desk. Tickets are also sold at the information desk.
In addition to this, you can also enjoy picking various fruits such as strawberries in Kurume.
Please click here for more information on sightseeing in Kurume,Fukuoka, Japan.
“Hotomeki Kurume” (Tourist Information )