Arao Tourist Information Paper We are distributing No. 32 of this issue. This time Spring we are introducing Gourmet Spot in Arao City as a Gourmet Special Feature in Arao in 2025! For facilities and shops in Arao City and surrounding areas It has been installed. If you see it Give it a try! Also on the brochure page of the Arao City Tourism Association You can view the digital brochure in PDF data. You can also check it out here! https://arao-kankou.jp/pamphlet/... #Such #Such 32 #Arao #Arao #Arao #Kumamoto #Kumamoto #Kumamoto #Kumamoto #North #Tourism #Gourmet #Information #Manda Pit #Mandako #World Heritage #Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution #Ariake Sea #Tidal flats #Marugoto Arao #Diffusion #Insta #Events #Sightseeing spot #Greenland

As one of the projects commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Kumamoto Prefectural Theater, five videos were produced on the theme of "Moving Theater". One of them, the collaboration video of "Manda Pit" × "DANCE", was Open to the public on YouTube. The performance, set in the historic Manda Pit, was starred, choreographed, and written by professional dancer Yusuke Hayama. Original music for this project was produced and directed by art director Kei Yoshida, and Video production was done by OP Films by Onigashima Productions. As the phrase "Dance is Timeless" suggests, you can enjoy a video work that expresses the history of Manda Pit through dance through the ages. https://arao-kankou.jp/info/11207/... Other video with the theme of "theater in motion" are Open to the public. Please take a look. ・ Double bass × Sakizu village ・Yashiro Myomi Festival ×Tsugaru Shamisen, Japanese Drum ・Aso × String Quartet ・Marching × Triangle West Port

The popular game [Fortnite] finally has Kumamon Island! There is also Manda Pit as a tourist facility! In that Popular online game [Fortnite], the "Kumamon Island" stage set in Kumamoto has finally appeared! !! The "Kumamon Island" stage is not the usual shooting game, but a management simulation game! The story of the game revolves around Kumamoto Castle and other major Sightseeing spots in the prefecture, and the player cooperates with Kumamon's plan to create a "Giant Kumamon Robo"! Manda Pit has also appeared as one of the sightseeing spots! !! Please ♪ enjoy the game with the cute Kumamon Island code: 0507-8727-1071 https://www.pref.kumamoto.jp/kumamonisland/...

A coal mine train runs at Manda Pit! The coal mines Train coal mines Train exhibited at the "coal preparation plant" in the Manda Pit will run! Of the two cars on display, No. 12 will be running. Coal mining trains transported coal mined at the Manda Pit on the Miike Coal Mine Railway for export from Miike Port. Please take a look at the coal mine Trains running comfortably. Drive Time Schedule 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month １０：３０～ １１：３０～ １２：３０～ １３：３０～ １４：３０～ １５：３０～ Manda Pit 864-0001 Kumamoto Prefecture Arao City Hara Manda 200-2 ◆Regular holiday: Monday (the next day if it is a holiday), New Year's holidays ◆ Use Fee Adult 410 yen, high school students 310 yen, elementary and junior high school students 210 yen, infants free * Group Fee available (20 people or more) ◆Use time 9:30~17:00 (Last entry 16:30) ◆Phone 0968-57-9155

Manda Pit is also popular for cosplay shoots! Symbol of Arao City "Manda Pit" (Mandako) It was registered as a World Heritage Site as a Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution in 2015 (Heisei 27) 2015. "Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution: Iron and Net, Shipbuilding, and Coal Industries" is a group of heritage sites that show that the Industrial Revolution, which originated in Europe, spread from the West to the non-Western and succeeded for the first time. From the mid-19th century to the beginning of the 20th century, it achieved rapid industrialization in a short period of just over half a century. Now that it still exists as a valuable facilities site, it is actually Popular as a new place for "cosplay photography"! !! Use by many cosplayers & photographers. Authentic costumes and makeup make the staff fall in love with them. This is a valuable off-shot. When the shooting started, it was a strange feeling to see a different scenery from the Manda Pit that we, the staff, usually see. Manda Pit, where you can take a variety of patterns from cool photos to nostalgic photos, is perfect for cosplay photography. I am sure that you will be able to take wonderful photos that will satisfy you, I recommend it. We look forward to your Use. 【Information】 Advance reservations and a shooting application form are required for shooting. Please download the shooting application form from the Arao City Home page. Use "Manda Coal Mining Museum" (charged) for changing clothes and storing luggage. Advance reservations are also required. Please inquire about room availability at Manda Coal Mining Museum. Manda Coal Mining Museum: Phone 0968-64-1300 If you have any questions, please contact Manda Pit Station. ◆Manda Pit Station 〒８６４－０００１ Kumamoto Prefecture Arao City Hara Manda 200-2 ◆Phone number: 0968-57-9155 ◆FAX：０９６８－５７－９１５６ ◆Regular holiday: Monday (the next day if it is a holiday), year-end and New Year holidays ◆Business hours: 9:30~17:00 (Last entry 16:30) ◆Use Fee: Manda Pit Ruins / Adult: 410 yen, High school students: 310 yen, Elementary and junior high school students: 210 yen, Preschoolers: Free ◆Access Information: 8 minutes from Bus / JR Arao Station ◆Car parking: 5 large buses, 3 medium-sized buses, 72 regular passenger cars #Kumamoto #World Heritage #World Cultural Heritage #Miike Coal Mine #Manda Pit #Manda Coal Mine #Cosplay #Photo Spot #Arao City Home page

What's going on in the bathroom in the coal mine? Miike Coal Mine Manda Pit has a "safety light room and bathroom" There are, which will be newly opened to the public from FY2024. This bathroom is a facility that was used from around 1951 (Showa 26), 74 years ago, when coal mining at Manda Pit was discontinued, to 1997 (Heisei 9)). Since it is a bathroom for a small number of miners engaged in maintenance in the underground mine, it is different from the large bathroom in the peak season of the Manda Pit. Although the scale is different, the purpose is the same: to remove dirt from underground operations. The pitch-black charcoal attached to the work is difficult to wash off, so in addition to the washing area, The bathtub was divided into the "No. 1 hot water" and the "uphill hot spring (kakeke-yu)" that you can enter after cleaning the dirt. (Manda Pit peak season, about 3,500 miners Use about 3,500 miners, and the Manda Pit guide There are a detailed guide, so please Use the guide. ） The Miike Coal Mine has a lot of underground Water, and it and necessary to constantly drain Water. I think that if there is so much Water, it would be good for the Water to put it in the bathtub, but the Water to be Use in the bath was Water Water. The reason was that the water pumped from underground was mixed with fine pieces of coal and there was a risk of injury, so it was not used at the Manda Pit. Until 1953 (1957 (Showa 32)), Gunkanjima carried Water from outside the island by supply ships until the opening of the undersea Water road. At that time, sea water was boiled, and fresh water was used for the last "uphill water". In the drama "Diamonds Sleeping in the Sea" broadcast in 2024, we and a scene where a miner who has finished working in an underground mine Use the bathroom, so please pay attention to it.

"Stamp Rally around Coal Mine Train Preservation Facilities" Implementation period Sunday, November 3, 2024 - Sunday, March 30, 2025 【Stamp and mount pick-up location】 Coal Mine Train Station Zero (Shop Reception) Manda Pit (Marugoto Arao Products Museum reception) Mikawa Mine (Kiosk Cash Register) Omuta Kanko Plaza (cash register reception) * Stamp / mount installation placeBanners will be installed at the entrance. [How to get Stamps and Premiums] (1) Pick up the mount at one of the above four locations. (2) Stamp at each location. (3) Premiums GET at the place where the fourth Stamp is stamped!!︎ Stamp rally around coal mine train preservation facilities" Implementation will be held from Sunday, November 3, 2024 to March 30, 2025! During the period, please visit the "4 places where you can receive stamps and mounts" and get an Original can badge (2 types) specially made by the NPO Coal Mine Train Preservation Association. We look forward to your many participation! 【Inquiry】 NPO Coal Mine Train Preservation Society Organizer: NPO Coal Mine Train Preservation Society Supported by: Omuta City, Arao City Cooperation: Shiroishi Automobile Co., Ltd., Omuta City Tourism Association, Arao City Tourism Association, NPO Miike Port Future Town Planning Association

🌷 Manda Pit Spring Festa 2025🌷 Kitchen Car for delicious Gourmet and handmade! There is also a challenge letter ver3 from Manda Pit of the "Manda Elementary Children's Guide" collaboration project! For details, please visit the 💁 ♀️ Arao City Tourism Association website. ◆ Date and time Sunday, March 9, 2025 10:00〜15:00 * Light rain ◆ Location Manda Pit Lawn square Arao City Hara Manda 200-2 Admission is free! * The paid area of Manda Pit will be charged as usual. ◆ Contents ・Petting Zoo ・ Challenge letter from Manda Pit ver3 (quiz rally) ・Bubble Time (teambub) ・Gymnastics Workshop by Acrobatic Performance Team VIVO ・More than 30 Gourmet goods markets ◆ Organizer Manda Pit Station @akane.0604k93 #Kumamoto #Arao #Events #Spring Festa #Manda Pit #Gourmet #Kitchen Car #Miscellaneous goods #Handmade #Zoo #Petting Zoo #Quiz rally #Challenge letter from Manda Pit #Tamana #Omuta #Nagasu #World Cultural Heritage #World Heritage Site

[Thorough introduction to the charm of the World Cultural Heritage Site Manda Pit! ] 】 Located in Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Manda Pit is one of the coal mining ruins that once supported the modernization of Japan. It is registered as a constituent asset of the World Cultural Heritage Site "Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution" and is a valuable presence in the industrial history of Japan. Highlights of Manda Pit One of the largest shaft facilities in Japan Manda Pit is a facility that produced high-quality coal from the Meiji era to the early Showa period as one of the wellheads of the Miike Coal Mine and supported the modernization of Japan. The huge steel turrets that symbolize the coal mining technology of the Meiji and Taisho periods, and the hoisting machine room are must sees. Well-preserved industrial heritage In Manda Pit, there are many coal mining facilities and equipment used from the Meiji era to the Showa era, and you can feel the atmosphere of that time as it is. In particular, the red brick building and the heavy steel structure are also popular as photogenic Spots. Guided tour of the history of coal mining Manda Pit offers Implementation tours with expert guides, where you can learn more about the history and workings of the coal mines. You can see the machinery and equipment that was actually used up close. Exhibition of Coal Mine Trains Manda Pit also exhibits coal mining trains that were once used. Trains used for transporting coal and transportation can be seen up close, and the running is also open to the public on the second and fourth Sundays of every month. Things to do nearby Spot Arao tidal flats (Rich in nature flats registered under the Ramsar Convention) Greenland (one of the largest amusement parks in Kyushu) Shizan Shrine (a historic shrine and popular with Arao citizens) Coal Industry Science Museum (Science Museum on Coal-based Energy) Access Information About 10 minutes by Car from JR Arao Station About 1 hour by Car from Fukuoka City About 1 hour by Car from Kumamoto city #Manda Pit #World Cultural Heritage #Coal Mine Ruins #Kumamoto Tourism #Arao City #Historical Exploration #Industrial Heritage #Photo Spot

Constantly! This is the Sakai Tourism and Convention Bureau Public Interest Incorporated Association! Cool JAPAN VIDEOS will Broadcasting Information on Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, so thank you! Sakai City is located in the south-central part of Osaka Prefecture, facing Osaka Bay, and is an attractive city where history, culture and modernity coexist. With a population of about 810,000, it is the second largest city in Osaka Prefecture after Osaka City. However, if you take a step away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you will find a rich charm that is a little different, such as historic Kofun Tumulus and History shrines. Sakai City has a long history, and people settled in the old Stoneware period more than 10,000 years ago, and many Stoneware and Earthenware have been excavated from the Ruins of Sakai City. In the latter half of the 4th century, Kofun Tumulus were built one after another, and there were more than 100 Kofun Tumulus. This group of Kofun Tumulus still remains in the city, and you can feel the history firsthand. In the Warring States period, Sakai flourished as an international trading port. Now, from here, we will guide you to the attractive Sightseeing spots of Sakai City. The first is the aforementioned "Mozu Tombs and Furuichi Tombs". The Mozu Tombs, consisting of two burial mounds, the "Mozu" in Sakai City and the "Furuichi" in Habikino City and Fujiidera City, were registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019. Located in the central part of the Mozu area, the Tomb of Emperor Nintoku is the largest giant Anterior Rear Circular Tumulus in Japan with a total length of 840 Meters. It is said to be one of the three largest tombs in the world, along with the Pyramid of Khufu in Egypt and the Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huangdi in China. Currently, there are 44 Kofun Tumulus in Sakai City. Feel the breath of antiquity. Next, "Mozu Hachimangu Shrine" is an ancient shrine with a solemn and mysterious atmosphere where the camphor tree, which is over 800 years old, which is also designated as a natural monument of Osaka Prefecture, welcomes you in the precincts. The Precincts are decorated with seasonal trees, and you can enjoy a different atmosphere in each season. Other popular temples and shrines in Sakai City include "Tajihayahime Shrine", "Otori Taisha", "Hokan Shrine", and "Kaiguchi Shrine", There are others. Recommended for families with children, the indoor playground "Big Bang, Sakai Municipal Children's Museum" is safe even on rainy days. Inside the facilities, which look like a giant UFO, there is a huge jungle gym with a height of 53 meters, where children can move their bodies to their heart's content. You can also learn science and physics while playing on the playground equipment. At the Sakai Traditional Crafts Museum, which brings together Sakai City's traditional industries, you can see the history and manufacturing process of Sakai City's proud blades. There is also an exhibition room where you can learn incense sticks, rugs, Japanese sweets, and Sakai May carp, as well as a demonstration and Hands-on workshops of sharpening knives, which There are also Held in popular as a Sightseeing spot. Various popular Events and Festivals are Held in in Sakai City, such as "Sakai Festival", "Sakai Futon Drum", and "Sakai Danjiri". The Sakai Festival is the largest festival in Sakai City, Held in on the third Saturday and Sunday of October every year, and the main alley (Symbol Road) of the main street is turned into a pedestrian paradise, and a large Events with a total of 7,000 people participating in folk dances, Nanban costumes, and arquebus bands is not to be missed. The Sakai Futon Drum is famous as an autumn festival in Sakai City, and a portable shrine decorated with five-tiered futons is paraded through Sakai City. Along with the futon drums, the autumn tradition of Sakai City is Sakai Danjiri. There are currently more than 80 danjiri in Sakai City, and you can feel the history and tradition ands. Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture is a city with a charm that combines tradition, culture, and history. Broadcasting Information that will allow you to know more about the charms of Sakai City in the future, so thank you!

It is a strange rock in Kumano City, Mie Prefecture, and a lion rock that has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. It has a height of about 25 meters.

Daigoji Sanhoin Garden It is a special scenic spot and a special historical site. I want to repeat

Memories of Shirakawa-go Shirakawa-go in early summer taken when I was still able to drive to the Observation decks Currently, you have to take a shuttle bus or walk to this observation decks. At night, the parking lot of the village is closed, so it is a scenery that can no longer be photographed. The four photos are combined with the comparative names.

"Beyond Time" Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture Photograph of the 9th generation of Otorii Gate near the end of repairs A historical building called Otorii Gate that has been passed down through the ages

Kannon-do at Ninna-ji Temple The construction of Ninna-ji Temple began at the request of Emperor Mitsutaka, and was founded by Emperor Uta in the 4th year of Ninwa (888). It has been revered by successive emperors as a private temple of the Imperial Family. The photograph is a high-resolution image of 33 enshrinement Buddha statues and murals Reproduction the normally non-Open to the public Kannondo at the Tokyo National Museum. There were so many visitors that it was difficult to take pictures so as not to let people in, but this was the only one that looked like Kannondo. It's really beautiful.

Cherry blossoms and Himeji Castle Himeji Castle is also known as White Heron Castle, a castle located in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture. Major buildings such as castle towers and turrets built in the Edo period still exist, and are registered as national treasures, important cultural properties, and UNESCO World Heritage Lists. I visited Himeji Castle when the cherry blossoms were in full bloom, The photo was taken from the restaurant in the building. I tried to make it a panoramic style, and when you look at it like this, it is quite wide. Cherry blossoms and egret castle are the best match.

Shuri Castle Park and Shuri Castle under restoration / Shuri Castle is said to have been built around the end of the 14th century by the first king of the Ryukyu Kingdom, Shohashi. It is a unique mixture of Chinese, Japanese and Okinawan cultures. In fact, Shuri Castle was burned down three times during the Ryukyu Kingdom, the Battle of Okinawa and this time, for a total of five times. However, it has been preserved with the passion of the people. I think Shuri Castle is a symbol of Okinawa. I Can't wait to see it again ^^ It is scheduled to be completed in 2026.

Shuri Castle main hall under restoration / Visiting the site inside the bare roof I saw the restoration work of the main hall of Shuri Castle, which was destroyed by fire in October 2019, because it is a special Opening to the public and you can Visiting the site during the period. The craftsmen of the palace carpenter are working hard to rebuild. But it was a pity that I couldn't see the craftsmanship because it was a Sunday. Okinawa has many typhoons, and construction is carried out in a temporary building called a "bare roof" to prevent rain and wind. The main hall is completely covered, so it's very big ^^ This is the face of the main hall of Shuri Castle, which is being restored in the center of the temple. I'm looking forward to seeing a dragon on top of this. It is scheduled to be completed in 2026.

Shuri Castle main hall under restoration / Visiting the site inside the bare roof I saw the restoration work of the main hall of Shuri Castle, which was destroyed by fire in October 2019, because it is a special Opening to the public and you can Visiting the site during the period. The craftsmen of the palace carpenter are working hard to rebuild. But it was a pity that I couldn't see the craftsmanship because it was Sunday. In Okinawa, there are many typhoons, and construction is carried out in temporary buildings called "bare roofs" to prevent rain and wind. The main hall is completely covered, so it's very big ^^ This is the roof part at the top, and at both ends of this 3-meter dragon sits as the guardian deity of the main hall. By the way, the pillars of the main hall are made of Cypress trees from Nara Prefecture, and the scent of Cypress trees is good. It is expected to be completed in 2026.

Shuri Castle main hall under restoration / In October 2019, Shuri Castle burned down overnight. Currently, construction work is being carried out in this temporary building called "bare roof" for reconstruction. There are many typhoons in Okinawa, so we work to prevent rain and wind. I remember when I saw Shuri Castle burning on TV in the middle of the night, I couldn't believe it was real and didn't say anything、、、 it's been about four and a half years since then, and I'm steadily rebuilding it. The place where I am photographing is called "Azuma no Azana" A Gari no Azana, and it is a viewing platform located on the easternmost side of Shuri Castle Park and at the highest Elevation. From here, you can panoramic the cityscape of Shuri, the East China Sea, and the city of Naha. Shuri Castle seen from here will be on the back side, but I'm looking forward to its majestic appearance again ^ ^

The road to the main hall of Shuri Castle / Shuri Castle Park Walk along this street to the main hall of Shuri Castle. So far, you can come in for free. Okinawa is Ume Plum Rain and it is a pity that it rained on this day, and the main gate that you can see at the far end is the main gate "Kankaimon" that enters Shuri Castle, and you will dive through 6 gates including the gate of Shuri Castle.

The World Heritage Site "Sonohiya Takemitake Stone Gate" is a prayer gate / I went to Shuri Castle in Shuri, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. As soon as you pass through the gate of Morirei, you will find the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sonohiya Takemitake Stone Gate. It is a gate built in 1519 and is used as a place of worship for the royal family, and it is said that when the king went out from Shuri Castle, he prayed for safety on the way at this stone gate. This gate is not a gate for people to pass through, but a sanctuary spreads out behind the stone gate and is a place to pray. The stone gate was destroyed during the Battle of Okinawa, but was restored in 1957. Most of Okinawa's valuable buildings have been destroyed in the war. A precious heritage to protect!

Himeji Castle, also known as the White Heron Castle, stands as the best-preserved castle in Japan. This stunning fortress is not just a Japanese National Treasure but also a World Heritage site. With its 400-year-old, seven-story castle keep and over 1,000 cherry trees that bloom in spring, the castle's grounds are a sight to behold.

Narai-juku, located on the old Nakasendo road, is the longest post town in Japan, stretching about 1 km along the Narai River. This historic site features the Chinjin Shrine at the top of Torii Pass on its Kyoto end. Once a bustling hub for travelers, Narai-juku was known as "Narai Senken" Narai's Thousand Houses and was the busiest stop on the Kisoji road. The town still preserves architectural marvels from the Edo period, such as the eaves lights of the inns and the thousand latticed windows, reflecting the timeless grandeur of the area.

I don't know who wrote the fusuma paintings in Ryoanji. However, I am fascination by the sight of dragons dancing in the clouds. I feel that such a holiday is the best holiday

I looked up at Himeji Castle. You can see the multi-layered roof and the structure of the eaves, and it is not only beautiful. You can get a glimpse of the original appearance of the sturdy castle, and the people who made it in the past are the very essence of Cool Japan.

It's good to have a view of the rock garden, but it's another thing to pay attention to the fusuma paintings. I feel a strange fascination. I came here to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, but for some reason my heart felt calm and warm.

At 4:30 p.m., Nijo Castle is disappearing. It has now become a popular tourist destination. There are many foreigners who stand out, and this is what overtourism is ... And to the feeling of disappointment. I wanted to go when there were no people, but I couldn't help it. It made me sad to think that I was lucky just because there were no people under this gate.

Katsuren Ruins of the Castle / World Heritage Site Katsuren Ruins of the Castle located in Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture, is a World Heritage Site. Built around 1200, it is the oldest of the World Heritage Sites of Okinawa's castles. It is said that the castle owner, Amawari, tried to take a different path from the Ryukyu royal government, but was destroyed by the Ryukyu royal government. The gracefully curved city walls are impressive, and you can see the Pacific Ocean from the top!

Katsuren Ruins of the Castle / World Heritage Site Katsuren Ruins of the Castle located in Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture, is a World Heritage Site. Built around 1200, it is the oldest of the World Heritage Sites of Okinawa's castles. It is said that the castle owner, Amawari, tried to take a different path from the Ryukyu royal government, but was destroyed by the Ryukyu royal government. The gracefully curved city walls are impressive, and you can see the Pacific Ocean from the top!