Asushima Park

Asushima Park has two monuments, "Knot" and "Fate". "Knot" is shaped like a large heart and represents love, bonds, and harmony. "Fate" is famous for being a monument where people attach heart-shaped padlocks called "love keys" and make wishes for love. These monuments have become spots where visitors can feel love, bonds, and connections. The park also offers free parking, toilets, and rest areas, allowing you to spend a relaxing time there.

At Awashima Park, beautiful cherry blossoms bloom in full force in the spring. There are about 200 Somei Yoshino cherry trees planted in the park, and it's bustling with people during the cherry blossom viewing season. Especially, the night cherry blossoms lit up are fantastic, and the petals sparkle and shine beautifully. In addition, there is a monument in the park that has become a spot for matchmaking. Furthermore, there is Awashima Shrine in the park, where you can visit historical buildings. Awashima Park is a hidden gem where you can feel the richness of nature and history!

At Awashima Shrine, the deity enshrined is "Kohinata no Mikoto," who ruled Izumo Province alongside Ōkuninushi no Mikoto. The shrine exudes a mystical atmosphere that makes you feel the weight of history. Today, it's popular as a "matchmaking god," and many people visit seeking the power of matchmaking. The shrine is located right next to the sea, and you can enjoy a view of the horizon that stretches endlessly before your eyes. In addition, the scenery is beautiful at sunset. By visiting both Awashima Park and Awashima Shrine, you can experience nature and history, and feel the ancient myths and history intertwined with nature.

Matama Beach is known as a scenic spot where beautiful nature spreads out. The beach offers the charm of beautiful sandy beaches and rich nature. From Matama Beach, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the beauty of the northern coast of Kyushu. You can gaze at the horizon from the beach, and especially during sunset, the sunset is beautiful. For travelers who enjoy nature, Asushima Park and Matama Beach are recommended tourist spots!

The teamLab Gallery at Manabu Beach is a unique art space that combines nature and technology, attracting many people from around the world. The beautiful scenery created by the natural surroundings of the beach is combined with digital art to create a new space. "Flowers and People, Cannot be Controlled but Live Together - A Whole Year per Hour" is based on the flowers that inhabit the Kunisaki Peninsula and is one of the attractions that offers a special and fresh experience, with the flowers being continuously drawn in real-time and the momentary picture never to be seen again. When visiting Bungotakada City, be sure to visit both Aoshima Park and the teamLab Gallery at Manabu Beach to enjoy a trip that touches on the richness of nature and art.