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    Ohori Park – The Ultimate Guide to Fukuoka’s Tranquil Park

    May 6, 2023 /

    Ohori Park (or Oohori-Kouen/Ōhori-Kōen/大濠公園) is a huge pleasant park located in downtown Fukuoka; and a popular getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city among the locals. It was once a defensive moat for the next door Fukuoka Castle (福岡城), before being transformed into a recreational park today.  Despite being located in the middle of the city, the park is surprisingly peaceful; offering quiet moments especially for families and couples who wish to spend their time together alone. Let’s explore what this old and scenic park has to offer: Learn more about the history behind Fukuoka’s most famous park. Check out the park’s beautiful and scenic pond. Then, we…

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    Fukuoka Castle – The Beautiful Castle Ruins Within a City

    April 8, 2023 /

    Did you know the city of Fukuoka (福岡) once had a castle known as Fukuoka Castle (福岡城)? Once considered the largest bastion in Kyushu (九州), today only the ruins of it remained in a park located in the city. So much so that it is called the Fukuoka Castle ruins (福岡城跡/Fukuoka-jo Ato); in which ‘Ato/跡’ here refers to ruins. Despite that, it is a well-known attraction among the locals simply for its atmospheric ruins and peaceful surroundings. So what makes the castle ruins a unique attraction on its own? Let’s explore the area further to discover it’s beauty: Find out more about the history of a castle that was once…

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