Kirishima Jingu Shrine
One of southern Kyushu's most prominent shrines, with a long history dating back to its founding in the 6th century. After being repeatedly destroyed by eruptions of the Kirishima mountains and rebuilt, it was moved to its present location more than 500 years ago. It enshrines Ninigi no Mikoto, a central figure in the myth of Japan's founding.
A solemn and peaceful shrine. The autumn leaves make it even more beautiful.
FUFU Nara
Set within Nara Park, the hotel is ideally located for exploring Nara. The building was designed by Kengo Kuma, a master of Japanese architecture. Trees sway outside the windows, evoking the sacred atmosphere of Nara Park. Each guestroom also features an open-air bath, offering a relaxing place to unwind.
Fantastic hotel, especially the open-air hot spring in the room. You can enjoy the view and totally relax.
Flags
This shopping facility is constantly suggesting new lifestyle shifts from various perspectives, including fashion, music, and sports. Here you’ll find flagship stores from popular brands, and there are plenty of fashion choices for both men and women.
It's getting really hard to find CDs these days, but this building actually has a store selling them—and there's a huge selection!
Kumamoto Castle
Kumamoto Castle is a renowned castle built by Kato Kiyomasa in 1607. Constructed using the most advanced technology of the time and an immense amount of labor, it later became the setting for many important events in Japanese history.
The damage from the big earthquake was really severe, but thanks to ongoing restoration efforts, things are slowly getting better. It will still take quite a while, but one day, it will definitely regain its former glory.
