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Munakata Taisha Shrine

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Munakata Taisha Shrine, which was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2017 as "Okinoshima and Associated Sites of Munakata, the Island of the Sacred Gods," is a famous spot representing Fukuoka. It is the head shrine of about 6,200 shrines across Japan that worship the Munakata deity, and is the collective name for the three shrines of Okitsumiya, Nakatsumiya, and Hetsumiya, which worship the main deity, the Three Munakata Goddesses. Munakata Taisha Shrine and Hetsumiya are located on the Kyushu mainland, 3km up the Tsuri River from the coast. Oshima, where Nakatsumiya is located, is about a 25-minute ferry ride away, and is said to bring good luck in finding a partner. Okitsumiya on Okinoshima Island is a sacred island itself, and as a rule, landing on the island is prohibited.

Yanagawa

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Yanagawa, about 50 minutes from Hakata, is a water town. Formerly known as a specialty eel production area, "steamed eel" was invented by the owner of "Gensho Motoyoshiya" in the mid-Edo period. This specialty dish is steamed eel kabayaki and rice together, and happiness will come over you when you bite into the fluffy eel! Another specialty is the river boat ride, which goes around the moat of Yanagawa Castle, which was built about 420 years ago. Why not spend a relaxing time experiencing Yanagawa's nature, with cherry blossoms in spring, greenery in summer, and autumn leaves?

Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine

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Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is a shrine located in Dazaifu City, about 20 minutes south by train from Hakata. The shrine enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning, and is visited by many students during exam season. It is also a popular tourist destination representing Fukuoka, and not only the grounds but also the approach to the shrine are lined with charming shops. Amulets are available in various forms, including academic charms and charms for warding off disasters and misfortunes. Two types of goshuin (red seal) are available at the goshuin counter next to the main hall: Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine and Tenkai Inari Shrine. The initial offering is a "donation," but it is recommended to give around 300 to 500 yen. There are many restaurants in front of Nishitetsu Dazaifu Station, and you can have lunch at Hakata ramen.

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Must-try Fukuoka flavors!

Fukuoka, a treasure trove of delicious foods, has many local specialties that are famous throughout the country. Among them, the "Amaou" strawberry is a variety that was developed after many years of research and development. It is characterized by its large, juicy strawberries with an excellent balance of sweetness and sourness. In addition, spicy cod roe, which is perfect as a snack with alcohol or rice, is also very popular as a souvenir.
Kyushu is famous for its "motsunabe" (offal hotpot), but have you heard of "Tagawa Hormone Nabe," a local delicacy from Tagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture?
Unlike motsunabe, which is simmered in soup, this dish is made by stir-frying offal seasoned with yakiniku sauce and a large amount of vegetables on a hot plate. One theory is that it started when a coal miner placed a paper cement bag on a charcoal grill to grill offal.
Tagawa City originally prospered as a coal mining town, and its delicious, energy-boosting cuisine is still loved by the prefecture's residents.

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Hakata Tradition and Innovation

Hakata weaving, a silk fabric created in the Kamakura period Hakata by a merchant, Mitsuda Yasuemon, and a high priest, Seiichi Kokushi, who traveled to the Sung Dynasty to learn and arrange weaving techniques. In the Edo period (1603-1867), Nagamasa Kuroda, lord of the Fukuoka domain, presented the fabric to the shogunate, and it became famous throughout Japan for its beautiful patterns, suppleness, and durability. Even today, Hakata weave is used for sumo wrestlers' mawashi (belt), but it is said that only those who reach the rank of juryo (ten ryo) or above are allowed to wear Hakata weave.
Although Hakata weave is known as such a high-class dedication item, recently it is not only being produced as a traditional obi, but is also being actively arranged in a modern style. Collaborating with companies and designers, they produce a variety of products adapted to the modern age, such as stationery and pouches. Among them, Hakata woven earrings, wallets, and business card holders are very popular. Why don't you try incorporating high-quality Hakata textiles into your daily life?

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