Dazaifu is a popular day trip destination from Fukuoka. After exploring Dazaifu Tenman-gū‘s huge precinct, a break in a nice cafe is always a good idea. If you are unsure which one to visit, here is a list of unique and fascinating cafes near Dazaifu Station and the shrine for you to consider.
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Among the popular tourist destinations near Fukuoka City, Dazaifu tops the list. The city that is filled with cultural and historical spots is perfect for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle in the big city. Speaking of Dazaifu, Dazaifu Tenman-gū is a spot in the city that shouldn’t be missed. Besides being
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South of Kanzeon-ji‘s grounds, you will find a temple called Kaidanin (戒壇院). It was originally a sub-temple of Kanzeon-ji when it was erected in 761 as a designated place for monks to receive Buddhist precepts. Apparently, the ceremony of passing down Buddhist precepts at Kaidanin had continued until 1554. In ancient Japan, there were only
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If you are after a spot in Dazaifu that isn’t flooded with tourists, Kanzeon-ji (観世音寺), west of Dazaifu Station, is an ideal place to visit. In addition to the spectacular scenery at the Remains of Dazaifu Government Office (太宰府政庁跡), you will definitely be impressed by the Buddha statues over 5 meters tall! Moreover, there are
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If you are an anime fan, Demon Slayer is probably one of your favorite anime. The spot for you to visit in Dazaifu is Kamado Shrine (宝満宮 竈門神社). Starting from the shrine’s name, it has many connections to the popular anime. The shrine is also a popular spot to pray for good relationships. Moreover, Kamado
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If you are a history buff or love spending time in museums, don’t miss out on Kyushu National Museum (九州国立博物館) when you are in Dazaifu. Connected with Dazaifu Tenman-gū via a rainbow tunnel with an in-built escalator, traveling between the two attractions is easy. Kyushu National Museum is the fourth national museum established in Japan,
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If you are heading to one of Fukuoka‘s landmarks, Dazaifu Tenman-gū, you definitely won’t want to miss out on Dazaifu Monzen Machi, the approach to the shrine that is lined with Umegae Mochi rice cake makers, trendy boutique shops, and cafes! Because there are so many shops and sweets makers on the street, we thought
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If you are planning to visit Fukuoka Prefecture, Dazaifu Tenman-gū (太宰府天満宮) is the biggest shrine in the Kyūshū region and shouldn’t be overlooked. Together with the Kitano Temman-gū (北野天満宮) in Kyoto, they are the headquarters of the 12,000 Tenman-gū shrines in Japan! The god enshrined in Dazaifu Tenman-gū is the namesake of a lively riverside
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