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A Daytrip (From Hiroshima!) To The Northern Tip of Japan’s Most Southern Main Island

Posted on September 1, 2026 by tokyofox

Having flown to Kyushu for a three-day trip in June 2024 I didn’t anticipate returning so soon but with a day to myself (whilst in Hiroshima with family) I decided to treat myself to a day trip to Fukuoka Prefecture. … Continue reading →

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What the Fukuoka! Adventures in Search of an Elusive Giant Goddess Statue

Posted on June 5, 2026 by tokyofox

Whenever I discover that there is a sizeable Buddha or Kannon statue in a town or city that I am about to visit, I find it difficult to resist making space for it in my schedule. With limited time on … Continue reading →

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