It's super crowded on weekends, so if you want to see the pandas, be prepared to wait in line for a long time. But the polar bears and tigers are absolutely adorable.
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Wakato Bridge
Spanning Dokai Bay, Wakato Bridge is a large suspension bridge forming part of a general roadway with a total length of about 2 kilometers, including a 627-meter suspension span. Built as Japan’s first full-scale long suspension bridge, it opened in 1962. Its iconic red structure connects the Wakamatsu and Tobata districts of Kitakyushu and has become a symbol of the area. In 2022, it was designated an Important Cultural Property of Japan. The illuminated bridge at night is also recognized as a Japan Nightscape Heritage site.
I have to say, the sunset with this bridge looks just like a scene from a movie. Absolutely beautiful.
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Nakayama Wisteria
Located within the grounds of Nakayama Kumano Shrine in Yanagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Nakayama Wisteria is a stunning wisteria trellis estimated to be around 300 years old. Designated as a Natural Monument of the prefecture, the trellis spans approximately 350 tsubo (1,155 square meters) and blooms every spring like a magnificent curtain of purple. Its sweet fragrance and enchanting atmosphere transport visitors to another world.
The wisteria flowers lit up at night are incredibly romantic, turning the whole scene into a feast for the eyes and senses.
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Abukuma Cave
The caves are characterized by the variety and number of stalactites that line the 600-meter length of the cave. There are many attractions in the caves, including the fantastic "Moon World," the first cave in Japan to have a dimming system for stage production, and the 13-meter-high "Ryuuguuden," a hall with a collection of unique stalactites.
Once you enter the cave, you'll be amazed by the huge stalactites and stalagmites, which form all sorts of unique shapes. The dim lighting inside adds a mysterious vibe to the whole experience.