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Fukuoka
Hakata is a district located in Hakata-ku in Fukuoka City, one of the central areas of Fukuoka, the largest city on Kyushu. Fukuoka City is a town that has developed on both sides of the Naka-gawa River, since Kuroda Nagamasa, a general of the samurai army in the 17th century, constructed Fukuoka Castle there. The eastern side of the river has developed as Hakata, a merchant town, while the western side developed as Fukuoka, a castle town.
Nagasaki
Nagasaki Prefecture is located in the southwest of Japan. Embraced by mountains on one side, and bordered by the sea on the other, the prefecture is surrounded on all sides by natural beauty. The prefecture is also full of historical, traditional, and cultural riches. Historically, Nagasaki played an important role in Japan’s international relations.
Miyazaki
Miyazaki is located on the south eastern coast of Kyushu. With one of the warmest climates on the main islands of Japan, resorts, beaches are famous. Miyazaki City is also near attractions such as Takachiho, which are both important sites of Japanese mythology and beautiful places to enjoy nature.
