The fine fall weather continues in Fukuoka, so today, we’ll walk around Otemon and see some new and old shops and cafes. Then we’ll head into Ohori Park and from there the Ruins of Fukuoka Castle, and if the sky stays clear, we should see a lovely sunset.
Chapters
00:30 Shimonobashi Gomo Gate
07:07 Castle Moat with lotus flowers
18:50 Take-out yakitori
20:47 Filles et Garcons Cafe
22:54 Hakko Shokudo (fermented food diner)
27:50 24 HR Frozen Gyoza Shop
31:20 Maizuru Park
42:44 Fukuoka Castle Keep (near the top)
48:26 Walking up to the top of the keep
50:48 very top and sunset view
52:50 sunset
Sorry – we had some problems with Emiko’s microphone. It wasn’t on – and instead we suffered wind noise. Anyway – we’ll do better next time!
FAQ
Who are you?
Nick Szasz, a Canadian who has lived in Japan for about 35 years. Thirty-one years in Fukuoka, three in Tokyo and one in Osaka. I’m the founder and publisher of Fukuoka Now magazine, a monthly printed bilingual magazine about Fukuoka and Kyushu for international residents and visitors from overseas. Fukuoka Now magazine: https://issuu.com/fukuokanow and Fukuoka Now website https://www.fukuoka-now.com/ – I live in Itoshima – and post about that here: http://www.itoshima-now.com/
Why are you doing this?
I love Kyushu, walking, and cameras, so this seemed like a perfect combination and fun. I hope that even in this small way, I can show off and connect Kyushu to the world. Sit back, relax, and let me do the walking and talking.
Support appreciated!
Since January 1, 2021 I’ve posted 69 episodes. I’d like to continue but it takes time, so if you can afford to support this please visit my Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/kyushulive and help me to keep this going. Super chats and Super stickers appreciated too!
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Contact
Kyushu Live is a project by Nick Szasz and Fukuoka Now Ltd. Inquiries welcome at live@fukuoka-now.com
主宰者について
日本在住35年、カナダ出身のニック・サーズ。大阪、東京での生活を経て、福岡に居を構えて31年。国際人向け多言語メディア『Fukuoka Now』を1998年に創業し、現在に至る。
この企画の動機
20年以上にわたって印刷媒体を月刊誌として発行してきたが、ビデオも媒体の一つとして取り組みことにした。大好きな九州をカメラ片手に散策することは楽しそうだしね。福岡・九州はまだ、海外での認知度は低いけれど、規模は小さくても世界への発信ができればと考えてる。作り込んだビデオではないから、ゆっくりリラックスして楽しんで。
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5 Comments
So we did catch a fantastic sunset after-all! Unfortunately we had some problem with the sound Emiko's microphone was off and instead we had some wind noise! But the sights we nice and we went by some interesting shops. I pasted in "Chapters" so you can skim ahead easily – go to the YouTube description above. – THANKS!
Another great program. Thanks. Beautiful sunset and great views of the castle. I don't envy you your technical challenges.
I have been there in 2017 a and 2019. Whats the reason they didnt rebuild the castle?
Great sunset. Late September to mid November is the best time for visiting Fukuoka The weather except the odd typhoon is perfect, the fall rainy season is finishing so blue skies and warm weather are guaranteed, except the odd typhoon. Nick! You mentioned the flower and the holiday but failed to connect those 2 big dots. 😵
@jhaneode If you like castles and great views you should visit the Tachibana castle ruins on Tachibanayama. Fantastic views of Hakata Bay. When it was razed the stones were used to build Fukuoka Castle. It is out in Shingu, halfway between Costco and Shingu Station. And if you really love mountain hikes and castles the ruins of Takatori Castle on Fukuchi Mountain is a great day trip!