Monthly Archives: January 2012

Ancient Poets’ Hot Spring, Futsukaichi 万葉歌人の湯 二日市温泉

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For Japanese please click here (日本語は、こちらをクリック)! Japanese love hot springs.  There are so many hot springs all over Japan.  No wonder, because Japan lies right above the circum-Pacific volcanic belt (Pacific Ring of Fire).  Because it lies over the volcanic … Continue reading →

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Dazaifu Shrine – Asian Plum Blossom 如月の太宰府　梅の花をめでて

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For Japanese, click here (日本語は、こちらをクリック)! When Asian plums are in bloom in late February at Dazaifu Shinto Shrine, it’s a sign of early spring. Dazaifu Shinto Shrine (Tenman-gu) is located about 20 minutes train ride to the south of Fukuka … Continue reading →

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