Discovering the Gems of Kumamoto: A Visit to the Ryoriya Residence Tudzura

Nestled in the heart of Nishi-Amidadera, Kumamoto City, lies the Ryoriya Residence Tudzura, an over-130-year-old building with a rich history and cultural heritage. Designated as a tangible registered cultural property, they have carefully restored and revitalized the house to become the Showko Club complex, a unique blend of history and modernity that promises to captivate the hearts of all who visit. Trace the history From its days as a ryotei (Japanese-style restaurant), inn, and dormitory, to its current life as a rebranded inn, the Ryoriya Residence has undergone a complete transformation to accommodate the needs of tourists and travelers. Despite being badly damaged by the Kumamoto earthquake in 2016, the

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Experience the Charm of a Traditional Japanese Machiya-Style Building at CALALI in Saga

Escape to the charming castle town of Karatsu in eastern Saga Prefecture, a destination renowned for its pottery, festivals, historical buildings, and delicious seafood. A short walk from Karatsu Station toward a residential area, you’ll discover CALALI, an old and chic building with a tiny door. Step inside to find a tranquil yet lively atmosphere, complete with a friendly owner and a mix of local and traveling customers. Tokunaga-san, the knowledgeable, easygoing owner of CALALI What is CALALI like? It is a unique, multi-functional space combining traditional Japanese charm with modern design. By day, this beautifully renovated machiya-style building serves as a cozy cafe, inviting guests to relax and enjoy

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Minnano – Coworking Space in Fukuoka for People to Create “Omoshiroi”

In Japan, where most adults are supposed to work as company employees, many spend monotonous days to secure a stable living. But, on the other hand, those who want to do something “omoshiroi” (meaning fantastic) gather in Itoshima, Fukuoka. Minnano is an open community space where those interesting people connect, socialize, and create new things. The space for anybody It was made a few years ago with the support of crowdfunding, as they wanted to create a unique place to make the community more fascinating. Regardless of age, gender, occupation, nationalities, and purposes for staying in Itoshima, all sorts of people go there to work, learn, interact, and share things.

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Unique Bathhouse to Spoil Yourself, Hinatanomori, Fukuoka

The place where you do nothing — where you get warm in the bath, read, relax, and fall asleep. Hinatanomori Odonoyudokoro is a distinctive public bath with a sauna, a bedrock bath, a buffet restaurant, a relaxation space, books, wifi, and a kids’ space. It is located in Odo, a western part of Fukuoka City, and it is easily accessible by bus from Meinohama Station to Odo Park or by car. Charichari, a bicycle rental service in Fukuoka City, also has a port on the site. Baths for health and beauty You can enjoy 6 different types of indoor and outdoor baths, including a carbonated spring, a reclining bath, rock

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