Akizuki’s castle is long gone, but the town still thrives with a few quiet historic streets lined with cafés, museums, souvenir shops, remnants of the castle, and of course, cherry trees. Other than the imaginative connection in name to Princess Yuki of the Akizuki clan in Akira Kurosawa's 1958 film The Hidden Fortress, there are many small pieces of interest scattered around this part of Asakura. In a short afternoon you can visit the main sights, have lunch, and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the old castle district. The map pin is the location of the visitor parking lot.
秋月—Akizuki—Akizuki
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Elena Lisina
5 years ago
Wonderful shots!
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Tristan Scholze
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5 years ago
Thank you kindly!
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Elena Lisina
5 years ago
Japan inspires a lot!
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Sleiman Azizi
5 years ago
It doesn't seem like much but I really find the steps in the second photo appealing. Nice.
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Tristan Scholze
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5 years ago
Thank you!
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Sleiman Azizi
5 years ago
You're welcome. Japanese aesthetics just work for me.
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Kim Bergström
6 years ago
I'm really interested in the pottery down that way - I'm headed to Kyushu later this year and can't wait to pick some up!
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Anonymous
8 years ago
looks peaceful!
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Tristan Scholze
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8 years ago
Yes, it makes for a quieter afternoon strolling along small-town roads and traditional shops!
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Victoria Vlisides
8 years ago
A great spot to note in Fukuoka
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Tristan Scholze
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8 years ago
Yes, a memorable visit! I often use the pottery I got during my visit there--keeps the memory going.
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