2025 Sasaguri Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

#Share a travel plan Fukuoka (Fukuoka) Once you go, you will love it because it is very easy to travel and convenient. For this trip, we will use the Northern Kyushu Rail Pass to travel. Day 1: 📍Hakata 📍Nanzoin Temple, go to worship the large reclining Buddha 📍Dazaifu Tentangu Shrine is considered a landmark of Fukuoka. Day 2: 📍Nagasaki 📍Meganebashi Bridge or Spectacles Bridge The oldest stone arch bridge in Japan 📍Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown 📍Suwa Shrine 📍Sofukuji Temple, Chinese-style temple 📍Inasa-yuma Park, go up to see the night view of Nagasaki city, very beautiful, on the Inasayama Observation Deck Day 3: 📍Yufuin, a very cute small city, good atmosphere, famous for hot springs, Kirin Lake, Yunotsubo Yokocho Street, lots of food 📍Beppu Day 4: 📍Beppu Jigoku has 8 ponds: Umi, Shinoge, Tatsumaki, Shiraike, Oniishi Bozu, Oniyama, Kamado and Yama. Each pond has its own beauty. 📍Saga Day 5: 📍Yotoku Inari Shrine is a very large and beautiful shrine. 📍International Balloon Festival 📍Karatsu Kunchi Festival is very uniquely beautiful. Day 6: 📍Hakata - Fukuoka Airport #fukuokatrip #nagasaki #beppu #saga

Fukuoka is not only known for its bustling urban atmosphere but also for its many surprising hidden gems. This time, I chose to escape the hustle and bustle and visit Nanzoin Temple, located in the outskirts of Fukuoka, to explore this serene temple and see the world's largest bronze reclining Buddha statue. 1. A Short Trip from the City to the Mountains Transportation: Take the JR from Fukuoka city to Sasaguri Station, then walk about 20 minutes to reach Nanzoin Temple. The path is quiet and shaded by trees, providing fresh air and instant relaxation. Recommended Departure Time: It is recommended to depart in the morning to avoid the afternoon tourist peak and enjoy a quieter environment. 2. Entering Nanzoin Temple: A Sanctuary for the Soul Nanzoin Temple is an ancient temple with a history of over a thousand years. Although the architecture is not luxurious, its simplicity brings a sense of peace. Walking along the winding paths into the temple, you are greeted with a strong sense of Zen, making it easy to let go of worries with each step. Highlight 1: The World's Largest Bronze Reclining Buddha Statue Nanzoin Temple is most famous for its 41-meter-long, 11-meter-high reclining Buddha statue. The serene and compassionate green Buddha is detailed with gold leaf textures. Visitors can walk around the statue, experiencing a sense of spiritual cleansing. Highlight 2: Buddhist Story Carvings Surrounding the reclining Buddha are numerous carvings and images depicting Buddhist stories, intricately and vividly presented. Even those unfamiliar with Buddhist culture can feel the power of goodness and beauty from these stories. 3. A Pleasant Surprise: Prayer Experience in the Temple The temple has a small prayer area where visitors can light incense, hang a small wooden plaque (ema), and write down their wishes for the future. The atmosphere here is particularly tranquil, with everyone silently praying, filling the space with a sense of peace. 4. The Natural Beauty Surrounding the Temple Nanzoin Temple is surrounded by lush mountains and waters, especially beautiful with cherry blossoms in spring and red leaves in autumn. If time permits, you can also visit one of the nearby Sasaguri 88 temples to experience the religious culture of Fukuoka. 5. Practical Tips 1. Transportation Suggestion: Walking within the temple requires some physical strength, so wearing comfortable shoes is recommended. 2. Best Seasons: Spring and autumn are the best times to visit, with pleasant weather and beautiful scenery. 3. Food Recommendations: There are some small stalls outside the temple offering simple Japanese bento and snacks, which you can enjoy while admiring the surrounding scenery. Conclusion: A Recharge Station for the Soul Nanzoin Temple is not as crowded as the temples in Kyoto, but its low profile allows visitors to better appreciate the charm of this land. If you come to Fukuoka, don't miss this quiet place where you can have a conversation with yourself!

📍Address: Tozan Kannon Temple, Fukuoka Various red leaf information online: Tonzan Kannon Temple is among the top 3 in Fukuoka Therefore, despite the inconvenience of transportation, I still tried to see it. 🗓️Itinerary: I went to Xiaosu Station and tried to hail a taxi. I tried using GO at both the north and south exits for 5 minutes but nothing happened. Luckily, I met a taxi at the station. Based on my experience, in small places, taxis will be waiting to pick up cars when they arrive or are about to leave. The one-way taxi fare for going up or down the mountain is ~3,000 yuan. The mountain is divided into two areas. There are not many people on weekdays, but due to the popularity, many locals still drive up. Overall, there are fewer people than in Kyoto. Some maple leaves are still yellowish, maybe because of the different tree species, but the ones here in Tennoin are basically red and half of them have fallen. This most beautiful place is probably only going to last until the weekend. Due to time constraints, there are still many corners that I didn't go into, including a paid tower that I didn't go into. I felt that the long-range telephoto shot at the turning point on the mountain road would be better, but it was against the light so I didn't take it in the end. 💞Recommended reasons: There is a courtyard with a wall of red plants behind it. It is not a maple leaf, but a plant that grows on the ground. I did not take a photo of it. If the return trip is during a popular time like around noon, you will probably be able to see it at the gate. arrive After sending off the passengers, you can go down the mountain by waving your hand. Of course, I have done it. Prepare. If you can't get a taxi, you can walk down the mountain on the 8-kilometer county road. If you are lucky, you can share a car with others. You can ask the tourists around you. guest Some personal opinions on photographing maple leaves: if it is side light at noon, you can consider using a polarizing filter to reduce the highlight reflections on the leaves, so that the overall feeling is closer to the tolerance of the naked eye. Otherwise, the color will be dry, and it will not have much effect even if you use it in full backlight or front light. You don't need to use it in the morning and evening, since the sun's angle is low and the light ratio is not large anyway. For this reason, I retired the Haida Nanopro that I had used for 6 years, and bought the best Marumi Prime CPL and a Kenko ZX CPL from Biccamera overnight. I will try the effect later. The timing of the visit this year is changing. I may go to Nagoya and Kyoto first to take photos of places I haven't taken before, and then come back to Kyushu. Hotels in Japan are extremely expensive now. In order to accurately follow the maple leaves, I basically checked the itinerary while traveling. Almost half of my expenses were spent on accommodation. #Tunshan Kannon Temple #Fukuoka #Kyushu #Fukuoka Travel #Kyushu Travel #FukuokaRedLeaves #KyushuRedLeaves #JapanRedLeaves #KyotoRedLeaves #Japan #FukuokaItinerary

FUKUOKA / sasaguri A stylish cafe in a place like this?! It felt like that, but I enjoyed the healthy lunch💗 You can choose your main bowl It's a healthy lunch😘 I'm happy to be able to eat 13 kinds of vegetables🤍 The red shrimp was bigger than I expected and very satisfying◎ The sweet and sour pork was also delicious! It was more filling than I expected and I was very satisfied 👏🏼 ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ▼bubude coffee 〒811-2415 1-7-18 Tsunamikuro, Sasaguri-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka ⏰am11-pm5 Closed: Fridays, Sundays 🚗Several free parking spaces available ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ If you found this helpful, please give us a like ˗ˏˋ ˎˊ˗ as it will encourage us ♡(•ө•) Thank you! We also have a lot of other travel information! Come and see~~~ #Fukuoka trip #Fukuoka cafe #Fukuoka gourmet #Fukuoka outing information #Gourmet #Cafe #Drive #Travel #Solo trip #100 travel styles

Nanzoin Temple is located in Sasaguri, a part of Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. This temple is famous for its large Reclining Buddha statue, which is one of the largest reclining Buddha statues in the world. Nanzoin Temple is situated in a peaceful area of Sasaguri, about 25 kilometers from Fukuoka city. This makes it convenient to visit the temple from Fukuoka, with a travel time of approximately 30 minutes by train.

#FamilyTrip 📍Nonyama Kannonji Temple My family and I visited Nonyama Kannonji Temple during the autumn leaves season✨The autumn leaves and the Enkianthus campanulatus were red and it was the perfect time to see them. This photo spot is popular, so people lined up and took turns taking photos so we took our photos with our parents and children🍁 Entry is free and parking is free, so on weekends during the autumn leaves season, there is a long line of traffic jams to get to the parking lot, and it gets pretty crowded🚗 Nonyama Kannonji Temple📍227-4 Hagio, Sasaguri-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture🕰️9:00-17:00 Free entry🅿️Free parking available #100TravelStyle #FukuokaTourism #FukuokaTrip #FukuokaAutumnLeaves #Sasaguri

#JapanTravel My first time driving around Japan, I took everyone to Nanzoin Temple, a temple located in Fukuoka, Japan. It is a large bronze reclining Buddha temple. . This is considered a popular tourist attraction in Fukuoka. With a quiet and peaceful atmosphere, but when I went, it was raining a little, so it was beautiful in another way. There are also many other statues and Buddha images. Anyone who visits Fukuoka must stop by to pay homage and ask for blessings here. . How to get there: If traveling by train from Hakata Station, take the Sasaguri Line to Kidonanzoin-Mae Station and walk for about 5 minutes. #nanzoin #fukuoka #Fukuoka #PrayForBlessingsFukuokaRecliningBuddha #LostTravelWithYou #longtravelwithyou

I'd like to go to Cafe Touka next time I go to Fukuoka A stylish cafe with a beautiful building that blends in with nature surrounded by lush green mountains The food and cafe menu are said to be very delicious, and I felt very comfortable spending time there There is a burger shop next door that was also very nice, so I want to eat a burger next time I come 　 ━━ ━━ ━━ ━━ #Cafe Touka ━━ ━━ ━━ ━━ #Fukuoka Tourism #Amazing Views #Fukuoka Trip

#tripmemory2022 ⁣ ⁣ Wakasugi no Yu♨️⁣ ⁣ Located at the foot of Mt. Wakasugi♨️⁣ The large bath is only open on weekends⁣ It was a weekday so we only had the family bath⁣ There are 13 semi-open-air family baths in total, each with a different atmosphere. ⁣ The water is replaced every time and comes out when you insert a wooden tag, but it is not a hot spring. ⁣ There was a toilet in the room, but I was surprised that there was no door 😅⁣ ⁣ I heard that the view from the large bath is great, so I'd like to go there on the weekend ♨️⁣ ⁣ Bath fee: 800 yen (adults) 400 yen (children)⁣ Family bath: bath fee + 500 yen⁣ ⁣ 🗾679 Wakasugi, Sasaguri-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture ⁣ 📍Wakasugi no Yu⁣ 🗓Closed on Thursdays⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #Fukuoka⁣ #Sasaguri⁣ #Hot springs ⁣

#tripmemory2022 I bought a year-end jumbo lottery ticket, so I came here to pray for a win. First, I washed my coins at Hakozaki Shrine, then bought a ticket at a popular lottery counter. And finally, I came here to pray. It seems that the reason why everyone comes here is because the head priest here won a big lottery ticket. May you be blessed with good fortune🙏

#tripmemory2022 A visit to Kojin Chaya near the entrance to Sasaguri Nanzoin Temple I went there when I went to Nanzoin Temple to pray for the lottery. It's cheap and comes with lots of small bowls, so you'll be satisfied. It's located near the free parking lot at Nanzoin Temple. Why not stop by after visiting the temple?

#TravelJapan #TravelAbroad Nanzoin Temple #TheWorld'sLargestRecliningBuddhaTemple Located in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan This temple is famous for asking for good fortune. Recommended by #spiritualists, jot down the coordinates. The Buddha statue was built in 1995 and is made of copper mixed with tin. It weighs over 300 tons. It is very large, about the same size as the Statue of Liberty. • Open: 10:00-16:30 • No admission fee (except for entering the Buddha statue, which costs 500 yen). • Travel recommendations: From Fukuoka, take the JR Sasaguri Line and get off at Kido Nanzoin Mae Station (4 stations). It takes 20 minutes on the train and then walk up the mountain to the temple for about 5 minutes. #nanzoin #fukuoka #traveljapan

#AutumnFoliage ⁣Tenno-in Temple in Sasaguri. The mountain name is Hokotateyama. This is the 36th temple of the Sasaguri Shikoku Pilgrimage, and I met a pilgrim on this day. Everywhere in Sasaguri is in full bloom🍁 I recommend visiting temples at this time of year🍁 ⁣ Photo date: 2022.11.14⁣ 🗾Hagio, Sasaguri-cho, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture Hokotateyama Tenno-in Temple, 36th temple of the Sasaguri Shikoku Pilgrimage ⁣ ⁣

#AutumnFoliage Nonzan Kannonji Temple⁣ ~Special viewing in autumn🍁⁣ ⁣ Special viewing of the Yugi Daihoto Pagoda⁣ The Kongo-bo Sakurakaku Yugi Pagoda, which stands on the back of the golden turtle, was built over a period of three years from 2019,⁣ and wooden Yugi pagodas are rare. ⁣ We could take the commemorative scattering flowers home, but⁣ we scattered flowers while praying for two wishes to the two-headed Aizen Myoo (Tsukushi Yakujin), the principal image of the deity🙏⁣ ⁣ Photo taken on: 2022.11.14⁣ 🗾 227-4 Hagio, Sasaguri-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture ⁣ 卍Koyasan Shingon Sect Donzan Kannon-ji Temple ⁣ ⁣ Autumn special viewing🍁⁣ Viewing hours: 9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:00)⁣ Admission fee: 400 yen⁣ ⁣ ⁣

#AutumnLeaves Bright red Dodantsutsuji around Hyakukannon-do 🍁 I wonder if I won't make it this year. ⁣ I thought so, but it was beautiful 🍁 ⁣ Arrived just after 12 o'clock on a weekday 🚗³₃⁣ It was fine because I was just switching with a car going home, but it seems like it would be better to go earlier on the weekend 🍁🍂⁣ There seems to be information on detour routes, so please check the official website. ⁣ ⁣ Photo date: 2022.11.14⁣ 🗾 227-4 Hagio, Sasaguri-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture ⁣ 卍Koyasan Shingon Sect Donzan Kannon-ji Hyakukannon-do ⁣ ⁣ ⁣

Beautiful temple in the middle of nature. There are several paths leading to different altars. There's a train station nearby, but if you are driving, there is a big parking lot one street down - if the small parking lots in front of the temple are full. it's a 30-minute drive from downtown Fukuoka. It is possible to pay 500 yen and enter the Buddha statue. You also get to write a wish and give it for a monk's blessing. All instructions are in Japanese though. Make sure to wear knee length shorts or pants. Tatoos should also be covered. There's also a nice restaurant at the back of the souvenir shop at the bottom of the slope.

Location: Nanzo-in Temple 南蔵院 + Address: 1035 Sasaguri-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka, 811-2405 + 〒811-2405 Nanzo-in Temple 1035 + Opening hours: 9:00~17:00 + Admission: free. However, you can donate 500 yen to the prayer room here. + Access: Nanzoin is located 10 minutes from Kido Nanzoin-mae Station on the JR Sasaguri Line (part of the larger Fukuhoku Yutaka Line) that runs from Keisen Station to Yoshizuka Station in Fukuoka Prefecture. Express trains from Hakata Station take 21 minutes to Kido Nanzoin-mae Station, local trains 24 minutes.

#Overseas Travel #Japan Travel #Fukuoka Nanzoin Temple is the head temple of the Sasaguri Shikoku sacred site and the main temple of the Koyasan Shingon sect. It is famous for its bronze statue of Sakyamuni's Nirvana, which is 41 meters long and 11 meters high. ✅The world's largest statue of Sakyamuni's Nirvana ✅ Landmarks of Sasaguri Shikoku Shrine Sohonji Temple ✅Representative buildings of Sasaguri Town ✅ Unlike most Buddha statues in Japan, this one is a reclining Buddha, not a sitting Buddha address 1035 Sasaguri, Sasaguri Town, Kasuya District, Fukuoka Prefecture transportation About 5 minutes on foot from JR Kido-Minami-Zaoin-mae Station

Last time I went to Kyushu🇯🇵 self-drive🚗 Attraction 1️⃣👉🏻Fukuoka Nanzoin There is the world's largest bronze reclining Buddha🪷 in the Southern Tibetan courtyard Length 41 meters lying height 11 meters Overall weight approx 300 metric tons is about the same size as the Statue of Liberty🗽 The source of funds for the construction of this bronze statue of the Reclining Buddha is said to be Won a lottery ticket of 130 million yen💴 while staying at the hospital All dedicated so this lying Buddha 🪷 became a lot People who want to win lottery tickets can come and pray 🙏🏻 There are small games to play next to the lying Buddha🎯 You can exchange for a mini golden lying Buddha to take home☺️ 📍Nanzangyuan 1035 Oji Shinoguri-cho, Shinoya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture #OverseasTravel #JapanGood Places #Japan Travel Guide

Nanzoin Temple is the same size as New York's Statue of Liberty, the reclining Buddha of Nanzoin Temple, in Sasaguri, Fukuoka, Japan. This area has recently become a popular place for tourists, as you can enjoy both traditional Japanese culture and breathe in the fresh air from the mountains here as well. If you walk around the statue, you will notice that there is a design on the sole of the Buddha's foot. The Bussoku, or Buddha's Foot, was the subject of prayer in early Indian Buddhism. This design carries the precious teachings and merciful heart of the Buddha. You can also walk around and see the other side of the Buddha too. Being able to worship the Buddha from any side, all the while appreciating the amazing size of the statue itself is incredible. #givethanks #givethanks

Nanzoin Temple in Fukuoka is a destination that spiritual seekers, especially women, should not miss. It's considered a signature spot of Fukuoka! Getting there is super easy—just take the JR train to Kido-Nanzoin-mae Station from Hakata, which takes only about 30 minutes. From the station, it's just a short walk to the temple. The highlight you absolutely cannot miss is the "Reclining Buddha," the largest of its kind in Japan! This temple is famous in Fukuoka, and the head monk is known for frequently winning the lottery. He even used his winnings from a first-prize lottery to build the Reclining Buddha statue. The atmosphere is serene, with cool breezes and lush greenery surrounding the area. Walking around the temple grounds is refreshing and not tiring at all. Near the Reclining Buddha, there's a rope you can hold while making a wish. Simply drop some coins, clap your hands twice, and make your prayer—whether it's for love, career, or health, this place has it all. Photography enthusiasts will also love it here, as there are plenty of picturesque spots to capture stunning photos. • Parking is available at the bottom of the hill, or you can take the JR train to Kido-Nanzoin-mae Station. Open daily from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Sabo Warabino, located on the middle of Mount Wakasugi in Sasaguri-machi, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture, is loved by many people as a cafe with a spectacular view surrounded by nature. From the fully glassed interior, you can see the entire Fukuoka cityscape and Hakata Bay, and you can enjoy a sense of openness as if you are floating in the air. The beautiful scenery gives healing and inspiration to visitors.  The food is also attractive, and the especially popular lunch course (4,000 yen including tax) is a luxurious set of A5 rank Japanese black beef sirloin steak as the main dish, appetizers, seasonal vegetables, soup, pasta, bread, sweets, and drinks. In addition, you can enjoy a special cafe menu such as cold-brewed coffee that is extracted over half a day using spring water pumped from 220 meters underground, soy milk mochi with black honey and kinako, and honey vanilla matcha float.   The interior of the store has a sophisticated design, and you can spend a relaxing time while looking at the spectacular view from the sofa seats. It's the perfect place for a date, a girls' night out, or a special lunch or dinner. Business hours are from 10:00 to 21:00 (reservations required after 18:00), and lunch is served from 11:30 to 19:00.  You can get there by taxi from JR Sasaguri Station for around 1,700 yen, or by walking via the mountain trail, which takes about an hour and a half. There are two parking lots with a total of 35 spaces. Why not spend a relaxing time with delicious food while experiencing the extraordinary in nature! #0yentravel

#GetDiscountsWithoutLuck In addition to worshiping Buddha, there is another place I would like you to go to. It is a power spot here. It is a Japanese pine tree with a sculpture of the God of Thunder. This pine tree was once struck by lightning. The peeling bark is said to be a trace of lightning. According to ancient beliefs, a tree struck by lightning will have a god living there. Therefore, a Buddha carver was asked to carve a statue of the God of Thunder. After that, this tree was revered as a sacred tree. After worshiping Buddha, next to the reclining Buddha, there is a place to draw lots that I have never seen before. After paying, we will receive lots and a small Buddha statue. Then, the officer will give us 3 more shuttlecocks. If we throw the shuttlecocks into a small wooden box, we will receive a special prize. As for what the prize is, only the person who threw it down will know. And of course, we didn't throw it down, lol. Be careful with your attire. It is a fairly strict temple. You must wear clothes that cover your body, pants or skirts that cover your knees. Some parts of the temple do not allow taking pictures.

#GetDiscountsWithoutLuck The Reclining Buddha or the largest sacred reclining Buddha in the world that is popular with bounty hunters. And it is also a very famous place to "wish to win the lottery". For anyone whose luck is rising and wants to increase the power of luck even more, I recommend going to Nanzoin Temple in Fukuoka, a place of worship for tourists and lottery players, including tourist attractions that are not far from this temple.

At the break of dawn, we step into the Miyajidake Shrine in Fukuoka. The ancient trees create a dense forest, and the birds' chirping blends with the murmuring streams to form a haunting melody. The vermilion torii gate leads the way, and the stone steps are covered with moss. Along the path, the 'Hell Tour' inscriptions narrate eerie legends. The spring water in the pool is iron-blue like ink, and the air is filled with the scent of sulfur, making it feel like we are at the boundary between the divine and the underworld. In the afternoon, we head to the serene Nanzoin Temple in Kido. The ancient temple is as picturesque as a painting. The golden pavilion with its green tiles contrasts beautifully with the surrounding trees. The sound of the temple bell resonates, and the monks chant sutras softly amidst the swirling incense smoke, leading the heart into a state of tranquility. The dry landscape garden is full of Zen charm, with each sand and stone embodying Zen principles. In one day, we experience the solemnity of the mystical and the tranquility of the serene, making the trip to Fukuoka not just a sightseeing journey, but a pilgrimage for the soul.

#Fukuoka Attractions The view from the Yoneyama Observatory is broad. Standing on the high place, you can have a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of the entire valley. The mountains in the distance are stacked up layer by layer, as if they are displayed before your eyes like a scroll. The morning sun shines on the earth, covering the mountains with a layer of golden light, which makes people feel extremely shocked✨ The environment around the observatory is also very beautiful, surrounded by lush trees and blooming wild flowers, and the air is filled with fresh fragrance. The breeze blew, bringing a hint of coolness. Take a leisurely walk here and enjoy the beauty of nature🍃

Although the weather is not very good, the charming scenery is attractive enough to attract people to linger #Fukuoka #FukuokaGundam #Sakura