Kurume - things to do and see

Kurume is on the JR Kagoshima Main Line. You can reach by it from Hakata station in Fukuoka. Main thing is to have Japan Rail Pass. Kurume is connected with Nishitetsu Railway on the Tenjin Omuta Line. You can visit it with your friends or family, whenever you want. Things to visit in Kurume are:

1. Ishibashi Museum

This is display center of conventional Japanese culture. There is the Kurume open library in it too. Museums are generally very interesting for wide masses, no matter if you are collectionist, or you don't know anything about art.

3. Bairinji Temple

There are additionally a couple of sanctuaries to visit, as in any Japanese city. Bairinji Temple is close to the Chikugo River, and it is surrounded with plum trees which bloom in the early spring. The sanctuary itself has a zen enclosure, and it is the biggest here. In this area, there is also famous track for walkers and joggers.

2. Jibo Kannon Statue

Jibo Kannon Statue exists in the grounds of Naritasan Temple. Ground of Kannon Statue is sixty meters tall, and guests can pay small amount of money to visit it directly. When you enter, you will be definitely be amazed with statue and its amazing surroundings. It is surreal. Generally advantageous (and free) perspective of Kurume and the Chikugo plain, head to the highest point of the 20 story city lobby. The tallest building for kilometers, Kurume city corridor is a five moment stroll from JR Kurume Station.

4. Kurume festival

Everybody love festivals. Japanese festivals are very specific, and most tourists enjoy its spirit. Kurume is host to many Japanese celebrations and parades. If you love Japanese culture, this is main thing to see and you must not skip it.

Kurume is small town in Japan, but it is definitely worth visiting. Its friendly people and nice attractions will leave you without breath.