When visiting Uji, besides Byodoin Temple, Uji Shrine is also well worth stopping by. The shrine is tucked away among the greenery, and the atmosphere is quieter than at the bustling tourist attractions. As soon as you enter the grounds, you naturally slow down.
The most distinctive feature is the shrine's deep connection with rabbits. You can see many rabbit motifs around the grounds, and even the amulets and ema plaques are very cute.
Hakata Ikkousha Main Store
Of all the different Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen stores, “Hakata Ikkousha” is perhaps the most popular. Operating 5 different diverse brands, Ikkousha’s main store front is located in front of JR Hakata Station.
來福岡怎麼能錯過豚骨拉麵！ 這次吃了一幸舍拉麵，濃郁的豚骨香氣一端上來就讓人食慾大開。
湯頭喝起來香濃但不會只有油膩感，搭配Q彈的細麵、叉燒和木耳，每一口都很有福岡拉麵的特色。尤其熱呼呼的湯配上麵條一起吃，真的很過癮！
Shirakawa Suigen
The Shirakawa Water Source is one of the Minamiaso Village Spring Water Group where subterranean water from the Aso Caldera gushes out. It is the source of the Shirakawa River, a first-class river that flows through Kumamoto City, and is famous for being selected as one of the "100 best waters" by the Environment Agency (now the Ministry of the Environment).
As I walked into the water source area, I was immediately drawn to the spring water, which was so clear I could almost see the bottom. Surrounded by greenery, the air was especially fresh. Water constantly bubbled up from underground, making the surface sparkle. The whole scene felt so pure and soothing.
Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Fukuoka
A large-scale commercial complex that opened on April 25, 2022 on the site of a former fruit and vegetable market in Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City. It is the first "LaLaport" in Kyushu and boasts approximately 220 stores, many of which opened for the first time in Kyushu.
While in Fukuoka, besides enjoying the food and visiting the sights, I also made time to check out Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Fukuoka!
The entire shopping center is very spacious, with a huge variety of stores offering everything from clothing and household goods to restaurants and food, making it very comfortable to browse. The most eye-catching attraction is the enormous RX-93ff ν Gundam inside. Seeing it in person for the first time was truly impressive, and you definitely shouldn't miss taking a photo!
