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Dazaifu’s Famous Sweets: Ranking the Best Umegae Mochi You Must Try

Discover the best places to try Umegae Mochi, Dazaifu’s famous sweet treat.From crispy and aromatic mochi at Tenmanya to the cozy tea-house experience at Oishi Chaya,this local guide introduces the Top 3 must-try shops for first-time visitors to Fukuoka’s historic town.
Tenmangu Area Gourmet

Discover Oishi Chaya – A 150-Year-Old Taisho-Era Tea House Hidden behind Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine

Discover Oishi Chaya, a 150-year-old Taisho-era tea house hidden behind Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine in Fukuoka.Enjoy matcha and Umegae Mochi in a peaceful, nostalgic setting loved by poets and travelers alike.
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Dazaifu’s Famous Sweet: The Yomogi (Mugwort) Umegae Mochi Sold Only on the 25th

Available only on the 25th! Discover Dazaifu’s famous sweet — the Yomogi (mugwort) Umegae Mochi, made for Tenjin-sama Day. A must-try local food in Dazaifu.
Tenmangu Area Gourmet

Dazaifu’s Famous Sweet: The Special Purple Umegae Mochi You Can Try Only on the 17th

Available only on the 17th of each month — discover Dazaifu’s special purple Umegae Mochi made with ancient rice, a beautiful sweet you can try only here.
Tenmangu Area Gourmet

A Lucky Lunch Near Dazaifu Tenmangu — Get a 5 Yen Coin for Good Fortune at Enmusubi Soba Namiman

Discover a unique dining experience near Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine!At Enmusubi Soba Namiman, you’ll receive a 5 yen coin for good fortune — a beautiful touch of Japanese tradition. Enjoy delicious soba, oyakodon, and Hakata’s famous chicken rice.
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine

How to Pray at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine: Step-by-Step Etiquette Guide for First-Time Visitors

Learn the proper way to pray at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine and other Shinto shrines in Japan. This easy step-by-step guide explains all the manners—from cleansing your hands to bowing correctly.
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine

The Flying Dragon Lantern at Dazaifu Tenmangu: A Magical October Night in Japan

Experience a magical October at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine in Fukuoka, Japan.See the glowing Flying Dragon Nebuta Lantern, part of the Special Exam Success Festival,and enjoy its powerful daytime beauty and mystical night illumination.
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Gin Sushi in Onojo – Experience Authentic Edomae Sushi near Dazaifu

Discover Gin Sushi, a hidden gem in Onojo just a short drive from Dazaifu. Enjoy authentic Edomae-style sushi, handmade ginger, and the chef’s warm hospitality in a cozy, traditional setting.
Tenmangu Area Gourmet

12 Best Umegae Mochi Shops in Dazaifu: A Local’s 2-Day Taste Test

Discover Dazaifu’s famous Umegae Mochi! A local spent two days tasting and comparing 12 different shops along the approach to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine — find your favorite sweet spot!
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Kamado Shrine in Dazaifu: The Real-Life Inspiration for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

Just 10 minutes from Dazaifu Tenmangu, Kamado Shrine is said to inspire Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. A hidden gem in Fukuoka for love, luck, and anime fans.