July 25, 2021
Spring Flowers in Sunny Asakura
In Kyushu, the flowers come into season earlier than in any other place in Japan. For those who can’t wait, Asakura has numerous flower-themed activities for you to see and enjoy.
February 11, 2021
Amazing landscapes you can only see in Asakura
Blessed by the abundance of water, Asakura is a city very committed to ecology and the protection of nature. This is why his natural landscapes are so pure and his inventions for the use of water blend into the landscape.
January 24, 2021
Three things you can only see in Asakura
As creative as they are traditional, Asakura people know how to preserve traditions while using their heritage in innovative ways. This explains why some places or events are unique to Asakura. Dontokagashi Harvest Festival Sculpture (Yasunosato Park) For a few…
November 27, 2020
Water Culture of Asakura
Asakura is a city blessed by water and has a deep culture developed around it. Once arrived, you will immediately feel your energy renewed. More than half of the city is covered by dense forest and mountains. It’s not a…
October 4, 2020
Yamada Weir: Asakura’s Innovative Irrigation System
The Yamada Weir has a long and interesting history dating back to 1663. It was first built during the Edo period on the right side of the Chikugo river to save the farmlands from drought. Construction of the Yamada Weir…
October 4, 2020
Amagi Park
Asakura's beautiful Amagi Park (甘木公園), is just a 25 minute walk from Amagi Station. Known by locals as Maruyama-koen, the park encompasses a total of 31.7 hectares and is a popular place for all to enjoy the sunshine and get…
September 20, 2020
Tachiarai Peace Memorial Museum
The Tachiarai Peace Memorial Museum was constructed inside airplane hanger that the airport housed. The museum offers an introduction to the Tachiarai airport facilities plus information about the air attacks and the kamikaze special attack unit who graduated from Tachiarai…
September 20, 2020
Hirazuka Kawazoe Archaeological Park: 2,000 years of history
Asakura's own Archaelogical Park is perfect for history buffs, those wanting to know more about Japan's Yayoi people and of course, people interested in the legend of Queen Himiko. (more…)
September 19, 2020
Asakura Water Wheels
The seven water wheels of Asakura have been in operation since they were completed in 1789. Built in the Edo period by local farmers, the wheels continue today to provide irrigated water to the surrounding 35 hectares of rice fields.…
September 13, 2020
Ohirayama: discover Asakura through hiking
With a total area of 246.71 m2 and a population of approximately 52,000 people, Asakura is wide open place. Its abundance of space and nature make it ideal for walking, running, riding your bike or embarking on a hike. (more…)
