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Kyushu OLLE 【03 Intermediate～Advanced】Kurume Korasan Course -Feel the history of the Chikugo Ichinomiya Kora Shrine while looking out over the Chikugo plains.--1

Kyushu OLLE 【03 Intermediate～Advanced】Kurume Korasan Course -Feel the history of the Chikugo Ichinomiya Kora Shrine while looking out over the Chikugo plains.-

The Kurume Korasan Course extends around Mt. Kora, which is cherished by the industrial city of Kurume. Kora Taisha Shrine and other nationally designated important cultural properties and natural monuments, as well as the magnificent Chikugo River and the Chikugo Plain below.

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Course Outline

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Soon from the start point is the Kora Taisha Shrine. Walking under the large stone "Torii" gate, it is said that the god of this shrine purified his hands. From here you can visit the rare bamboo woods which are designated as a national natural monument.

If you go further into the Kora Taisha Shrine you will find the Okunoin or inner sanctuary that has 61,000 azeleas accros 100 differet species. In April the flowers will be in full bloom.

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Distance：8.6km
Time required：3～4Hours
Level：Intermediate～Advanced
Contact：0942-30-9137（Kurume City Sightseeing/International Division）

【Course Details】
JR Kurume University Station → Couple of Sakaki trees/Camelia of Love (1.5km) → Moso Kinmei Chikurin (2.1km) → Okumiya (Okunoin - inner sanctuary) (3.3km) → Kurume Forest Azelea Park (5.2km) → Kora Taisha Shrine (6.4km) → Myoken Shrine (7.0km) → JR Mii Station (8.6km)

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    Sightseeing spot

    • 1. Couple of Sakaki trees/ Camelia of Love

      1. Couple of Sakaki trees/ Camelia of Love

      The "Couple of Sakaki trees" looks like a married couple holding hands, with two trees connected by branches. The "Sazanka(Camelia) of Love" is a tree with a trunk that splits in two and connects into one in the middle. This is a popular "power spot for love".

    • 2. Moso Kinmei Chikurin (Bamboo Forest)

      2. Moso Kinmei Chikurin (Bamboo Forest)

      A rare bamboo forest where the bamboo shoots appear as green and pale yellow. Despite this kind of forest being found all over Japan, this one is particularly rare.

    • 3. Okumiya (Okunoin - inner sanctuary)

      3. Okumiya (Okunoin - inner sanctuary)

      The Okumiya, part of the Kora Shrine, is said to contain miraculous water.

    • 4. Kurume Forest Azelea Park

      4. Kurume Forest Azelea Park

      A park of rest where 6,100 azeleas of 100 different species are planted. The view of the Chikugo Plains are also spectacular.

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    • 5. Kora Taisha Shrine

      5. Kora Taisha Shrine

      Kora Taisha Shrine is a prestigious, and the largest shrine in the region as the first shrine in Chikugo. It is an Engishiki-nai Myojin Taisha (a shrine dedicated to specific gods under the Engishiki Code), and one of the former second-ranked, larger shrines. Worshipers are famously thought to be blessed with warding off bad luck and prolonging life.

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    • 6. Myoken Shrtine

      6. Myoken Shrtine

      A shrine where people go to pray for academic success and job hunting.

    • 7. Oji Ike (Prince Pond)

      7. Oji Ike (Prince Pond)

      A fireworks festival is helf here on the 15th of September every year as well as there being many cherry blossoms to enjoy spread out around the area.

    Food and Drink

    • Kurume Ramen

      Kurume Ramen

      Pork broth ramen made with fresh produce.

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    • Kurume Yakitori

      Kurume Yakitori

      Chicken, Pork, Beef, Horse. There are many different varieties to choose from.

    • Steamed Eel

      Steamed Eel

      Softly steamed eel that breaks away in your mouth.

    • Kurume Sake

      Kurume Sake

      Some tasty Sake(rice wine) produced in Kurume.

    • Kurume Forest Azelea Park Shop

      Kurume Forest Azelea Park Shop

      Address: 299-354 Mii-machi, Kurume City, Fukuoka
      TEL: 0942-43-8671

      A store in the park. You can take a break and have a light meal such as coffee, onigiri (rice balls), zenzai (rice cake with sweet red bean), or boar soup (October through May).

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    • Kora Tea House Bokyotei

      Kora Tea House Bokyotei

      Address: 1 Mii-machi, Kurume City, Fukuoka
      TEL: 0942-44-0113

      This teahouse is located just below Kora Taisha Shrine. Here you can see nice view of Kurume city , and their specialty is the thirst-quenching Tokoroten(gelidium jelly).

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    • cafe TOMI

      cafe TOMI

      Address: 1564-1 Mii-machi, Kurume City, Fukuoka
      TEL: 0942-45-5156

      A relaxing space where you will be greeted by smiling, friendly sisters. This is a hideaway café where you can enjoy hearty home-cooked meals.

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    • Handmade Soba RUAN

      Handmade Soba RUAN

      Address: 190-6 Mii-machi, Kurume City, Fukuoka
      TEL: 0942-43-8701

      A quiet house located just before the entrance to the Mt. Kora can enjoy "Soba", buckwheat noodles dishes in a relaxing space.

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    • Home cooking SATSUKI

      Home cooking SATSUKI

      Address: 1735 Mii-machi, Kurume City, Fukuoka
      TEL: 0942-43-4727

      A home-style restaurant where you can relax and feel as if you have returned to your parents' home. You can enjoy dishes using local ingredients and special rice cooked in a kettle. Bento box lunches for olle are also available with advanced reservations.

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    Neighborhood Sightseeing spots

    • Ishibashi Cultural Center / Kurume City Art Museum

      Ishibashi Cultural Center / Kurume City Art Museum

      Address: 1015 Nonakamachi, Kurume City, Fukuoka
      TEL: 0942-33-2271

      A cultural and artistic facility donated to the city by Bridgestone founder Shojiro Ishibashi. The garden, decorated with roses, camellias, and autumn leaves, is a favorite place for strolling and relaxing. The Kurume City Museum of Art has a collection of modern Western-style paintings related to Kurume and Kyushu, and offers a wide variety of exhibitions.

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    • Michi no Eki Kurume Roadside Station

      Michi no Eki Kurume Roadside Station

      Address: 221-33 Kizuka, Zendojimachi, Kurume City, Fukuoka
      TEL: 0942-47-4111

      Fresh vegetables and fruits, processed agricultural products, local sake, Kurume ramen noodles, and other souvenirs are available. The restaurant offers local and creative cuisine, and the take-out café offers the popular “Jersey Milk Soft,” which won first place in the “Roadside Station Sweets General Election 2020.

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    • Kurume Regional Industry Promotion Center

      Kurume Regional Industry Promotion Center

      【Main store】
      Address: 5-8-5 Higashi Aikawa, Kurume City, Fukuoka
      TEL: 0942-44-3700
      【JR Kurume station store】
      Address: 87-12 Kyomachi, Kurume City, Fukuoka
      TEL: 0942-27-5510

      The store features a souvenir corner with traditional crafts and specialties of the Chikugo region such as Kurume and kasuri lacquerware, as well as a kasuri museum. Visitors can buy local sake, Kurume ramen, Chikugo udon noodles, and other souvenirs and enjoy the taste of Kurume at home.

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    • Fruits Picking

      Fruits Picking

      Kurume is one of the best agricultural areas in Japan. A variety of fruits such as strawberries, grapes, pears, and persimmons can be enjoyed throughout the year.

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    Transportation to Starting Locations

    Fukuoka Airport → <5 minutes from subway> → <18 minutes on Kyushu Shinkansen train> → JR Kurume Station → <10 minutes on regular service train Kyudai Main Line> → JR Kurume University Station (Start) → <2 minutes on regular service train Kyudai Main Line> → JR Mii Station (Finish)

    ■JR Kyushu (Kyudai Main Line)
    Kurume Station ⇔ Kurume University Station ⇔ Mii Station: 1~2 services every hour
    Inquiry on timetable: JR Kyushu Information Centre (TEL: 050-3786-1717)

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