You have to stay until the very end for the nighttime parade! The themes change every time I visit, which makes it even more fun.
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Kikko Shrine
This shrine enshrines the ancestors of the Kikkawa family, former lords of the Iwakuni domain. Originally consisting of three separate shrines, it was unified in 1885 and built at its present location on the site of the family’s former residence. Shrines dedicated to ancestral spirits are rare in Japan, and its distinctive layout features the torii gate, shinmon gate, worship hall, offering hall, and main sanctuary all aligned in a straight line from south to north.
The shrine itself isn't very big, but it's super clean and has a real sense of history. There are tons of trees around, so walking here feels really relaxing. The torii gate, stone steps, and the small shrine building all have a great vibe. If you're lucky, you might catch a time when there's nobody else around—it's so quiet you can only hear the wind.
If you're already heading to Kikko Park for a stroll, it's definitely worth stopping by. It's a really chill little spot. -
Hakata Motsunabe Oyama One Building
Hakata Motsunabe Oyama One Building is an offal hotpot specialist in the Tenjin area of Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka. It is on B1F of ONE FUKUOKA BLDG., a commercial facility that opened in April 2025. It is easy to access from Tenjin Chikagai, which connects directly to Tenjin Station, and it is popular with locals and travelers alike.
If you're worried about the strong flavor of beef intestines, you don't have to be here. They prepare everything really cleanly. I highly recommend their spicy broth—it's just a little spicy and really whets your appetite.
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TOYOKO NORENGAI
First opened in October 1951, TOYOKO NORENGAIis the historic market area said to be Japan’s first shop district for specialty shop names. Today the spot is the result of a full metamorphosis, evolving across multiple expansions and renovations. Find this famed destination on the 2nd and 3rd basement floors of Shibuya Hikarie, as part of Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs. Step in for some of Japan’s most celebrated veteran culinary names, plus outposts of trending shops from Japan and abroad.
If you're craving ramen, rice bowls, or izakaya, this place has it all in one spot.