Nagabeta Kaishoro (ながべたかいしょうろ),
The statue of Jinbe, Knight of the Sea, is located right near the famous sight of utility poles standing in the sea. The statue sits cross-legged, conveying the steady, bold presence of a helmsman. The utility poles in the sea create excellent leading lines for casual photos. At low tide, the shimmering reflections on the wetlands on both sides are very beautiful. The towering palm trees and Jinbe on the ground create a striking contrast in height, and with the vast blue sky and distant mountains, the overall atmosphere feels relaxed and carefree~
The meaning of travel is nothing more than “participate in a famous life, enjoy life” ✨
Nagabeta Kaishoro | Review by 謝美芳
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Amaterasu Railway
Takachiho Railway, the favorite of tourists, was unfortunately closed in 2005. Now, using those railways, a grand diesel engine super cart is run for tourists. It goes through two tunnels from Takachiho Station to Takachiho Bridge and comes back on its 5.1km round trip at 20km/h for roughly 30minutes.
Takachiho Railway Bridge (高千穂鉄橋): The biggest highlight of the trip. As the open-air train with no roof overlooks the panoramic valley and mountain scenery, dreamy bubbles suddenly appear. Projections and music in the illuminated tunnel make this place different from anywhere else. Send a postcard to bring the beautiful scenery home, and look forward to being a traveler again: “Take part in life, enjoy life.”
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Takachiho Gorge
Takachiho Gorge is a narrow v-shaped chasm made over thousands of years by the Gokase River’s erosion of Mt. Aso’s volcanic rock. This spectacular place is surrounded by cliffs that average 80 meters in height (reaching up to 100 meters) and extend along for 7 kilometers. Takachiho Gorge has been designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty.
Admire the beauty of Takachiho while rowing a small boat through the lush gorge of the Gokase River. You can also walk along the trails and enjoy the fresh forest air. Riding the little open-air train lets you take in the mountains, forests, and countryside amid the bubble-filled gorge. There are beautiful surprises everywhere, making this place feel like a fairyland. The remarkable contours here showcase nature's craftsmanship.
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Mameda Town
Hita City, neighboring Fukuoka and Kumamoto, was a prosperous “Tenryo (directly ruled by the Shogunate)” merchant town in Edo Period. The city is still dotted by classic buildings and earthen walls, which earned the nickname “Little Kyoto in Kyushu.” Roughly a 15-minute walk from Hita train station will take you to Mameda Town, where houses of merchants still remain who were providing goods to the Shogunate during the Tenryo Era.
I fell in love with the beauty of Mameda Town. Despite the blazing sun, its charming old-fashioned streets felt especially peaceful beneath the blue sky and white clouds.
Hita yokan, century-old soy sauce and miso, and wooden geta sandals are must-try souvenirs. Against the backdrop of white-plastered walls, it’s easy to imagine the Edo-period townhouses and the dedication of their artisans. It feels like stepping into a painting from history. These wonderful memories and reflections are the most precious treasures of any journey ^_^ -
