{"id":977,"date":"2017-11-17T01:06:21","date_gmt":"2017-11-16T16:06:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/kitakyu-air-travel.jp\/?page_id=977"},"modified":"2017-12-22T17:47:21","modified_gmt":"2017-12-22T08:47:21","slug":"nostalgic_course","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/en\/nostalgic_course","title":{"rendered":"Experience the Kitakyushu area! Go on a bargain hunting trip"},"content":{"rendered":"<br \/>\n<section class=\"category category-course\">\n<div class=\"wrap\">\n<p class=\"category_description\">\nEnjoy sightseeing and dining at bargain prices! Experience local sake culture, and ride on the pon-pon boat, a favorite among the locals. Enjoy Kokuraori, a traditional handicraft from the Edo period with a modern style, and taste delicious local Japanese confectioneries. While the Kitakyushu area may not have famous theme parks or amusement facilities, Kitakyushu is the perfect place to enjoy a special trip experiencing local life and famous products. Don&#8217;t miss the beautiful night views of the factory zone while feeling the cool ocean breeze!\n              <\/p>\n<div class=\"category_map category_map-course\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/courses_map04.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"180\" height=\"198\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1032\" \/>\n              <\/div>\n<div class=\"plan plan-course\">\n<div class=\"plan_days plan_days-course\">\n<div class=\"plan_day plan_day-course\">\n<ul class=\"plan_list plan_list-course\">\n                      <li class=\"plan_item plan_item-course\">\n  <div class=\"plan_panel plan_panel-course\">\n    <div class=\"plan_id plan_id-course\">1<\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_detail plan_detail-course\">\n      <div class=\"plan_name plan_name-course\">Kakuuchi Experience<\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_tag\">\n        <ul class=\"plan_tag_list\">\n                                    <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-type\">Gourmet<\/li>\n                          <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-type\">Pictures<\/li>\n                                                          <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-place\">Kitakyushu-shi Kokurakita-ku<\/li>\n                      \n        <\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_description plan_description-course\">\n        In Kyushu, drinking liquor at a liquor store is called \"Kakuuchi\". Kitakyushu city is home to over 150 Kakuuchi stores and has developed a strong Kakuuchi culture. The Akakabe Saketen bar located in the Tanga Market is a popular standing bar and a great location for both individuals and groups. Have a taste of the local specialty Nukadaki (cooked fish), local sake, and shochu.      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"plan_moreButton\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/en\/kado-taiken\" class=\"button button-negative button-course\">View the details<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"8\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 8 14\" class=\"button_cursor button_cursor-svg\"><path d=\"M.7,0L8,7L.7,14L0,13.3L6.6,7L0,.7Z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_image plan_image-course\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/kadouchi.jpg)\"><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n                      <li class=\"plan_item plan_item-course\">\n  <div class=\"plan_panel plan_panel-course\">\n    <div class=\"plan_id plan_id-course\">2<\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_detail plan_detail-course\">\n      <div class=\"plan_name plan_name-course\">Pon-Pon Boat<\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_tag\">\n        <ul class=\"plan_tag_list\">\n                                    <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-type\">Experience<\/li>\n                                                          <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-place\">Kitakyushu-shi Tobata-ku<\/li>\n                      \n        <\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_description plan_description-course\">\n        The Wakato Ferry connects the Wakmatsu ferry landing and the Tobata ferry landing in the Dokai Bay. The ferry is affectionately called the \"pon-pon boat\" because of the sound of its engine. Over 500,000 passengers ride this ferry every year. The ferry departs every 15 minutes and travels a distance of 600 m in 3 minutes. Take some nostalgic photos with views of the Wakato Bridge.      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"plan_moreButton\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/en\/ponpon\" class=\"button button-negative button-course\">View the details<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"8\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 8 14\" class=\"button_cursor button_cursor-svg\"><path d=\"M.7,0L8,7L.7,14L0,13.3L6.6,7L0,.7Z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_image plan_image-course\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/862c415e70530509235d144068806491.jpg)\"><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n                      <li class=\"plan_item plan_item-course\">\n  <div class=\"plan_panel plan_panel-course\">\n    <div class=\"plan_id plan_id-course\">3<\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_detail plan_detail-course\">\n      <div class=\"plan_name plan_name-course\">Wakamatsu Retro Walk<\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_tag\">\n        <ul class=\"plan_tag_list\">\n                                    <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-type\">Gourmet<\/li>\n                          <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-type\">Pictures<\/li>\n                          <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-type\">Experience<\/li>\n                                                          <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-place\">Kitakyushu-shi Wakamatsu-ku<\/li>\n                      \n        <\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_description plan_description-course\">\n        Wakamatsu prospered as a shipping port for coal. Modern architecture from the Meiji and Taisho periods can be seen along Wakamatsu Nankai avenue. The Former Furukawa Mining Wakamatsu Building was built in 1919 in a Renaissance style and is a popular spot for taking photos. After visiting the Former Furukawa Mining Wakamatsu Building, head over to Mikazukiya for some croissants baked with natural yeast!\n      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"plan_moreButton\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/en\/wakamatsu-retoro\" class=\"button button-negative button-course\">View the details<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"8\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 8 14\" class=\"button_cursor button_cursor-svg\"><path d=\"M.7,0L8,7L.7,14L0,13.3L6.6,7L0,.7Z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_image plan_image-course\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2078d1a14977df1f2b437bb2376c8fce.jpg)\"><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n                      <li class=\"plan_item plan_item-course\">\n  <div class=\"plan_panel plan_panel-course\">\n    <div class=\"plan_id plan_id-course\">4<\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_detail plan_detail-course\">\n      <div class=\"plan_name plan_name-course\">Ueno Building<\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_tag\">\n        <ul class=\"plan_tag_list\">\n                                    <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-type\">Gourmet<\/li>\n                                                          <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-place\">Kitakyushu-shi Wakamatsu-ku<\/li>\n                      \n        <\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_description plan_description-course\">\n        The Former Mitsubishi Joint-Stock Company Wakamatsu branch was constructed in 1913 and has been designated as a National\nTangible Cultural Property. The building is often used as a filming location for movies and commercials. Tenants such as companies and cafes occupy the building. Guests can enjoy lunch plates and cake at Asa Cafe on the 3rd floor while enjoying the view of the Wakato Bridge over the Dokai Bay.      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"plan_moreButton\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/en\/kaiunbiru\" class=\"button button-negative button-course\">View the details<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"8\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 8 14\" class=\"button_cursor button_cursor-svg\"><path d=\"M.7,0L8,7L.7,14L0,13.3L6.6,7L0,.7Z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_image plan_image-course\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/9f5895c501d39942c139f25be170ca19.jpg)\"><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n                      <li class=\"plan_item plan_item-course\">\n  <div class=\"plan_panel plan_panel-course\">\n    <div class=\"plan_id plan_id-course\">5<\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_detail plan_detail-course\">\n      <div class=\"plan_name plan_name-course\">Factory night view<\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_tag\">\n        <ul class=\"plan_tag_list\">\n                                    <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-type\">Pictures<\/li>\n                                                          <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-place\">Kitakyushu-shi Kokurakita-ku<\/li>\n                      \n        <\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_description plan_description-course\">\n        Kyushu's night views were selected as one of the top 3 most beautiful night views in Japan. Visitors will enjoy the view of the otherworldly scenery created by the lights from the factory zone at night. A night view sightseeing cruise departs every Saturday, giving visitors the chance to see the beautiful view from the water. You'll fall in love with the views of this unique scene.      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"plan_moreButton\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/en\/kouzyou-yakei\" class=\"button button-negative button-course\">View the details<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"8\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 8 14\" class=\"button_cursor button_cursor-svg\"><path d=\"M.7,0L8,7L.7,14L0,13.3L6.6,7L0,.7Z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_image plan_image-course\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/4f1ce4e4bffbc2e3c8c865066819683a.jpg)\"><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n                      <li class=\"plan_item plan_item-course\">\n  <div class=\"plan_panel plan_panel-course\">\n    <div class=\"plan_id plan_id-course\">6<\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_detail plan_detail-course\">\n      <div class=\"plan_name plan_name-course\">Kokuraori Shima-Shima<\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_tag\">\n        <ul class=\"plan_tag_list\">\n                                    <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-type\">Shopping<\/li>\n                                                          <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-place\">Kitakyushu-shi Kokurakita-ku<\/li>\n                      \n        <\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_description plan_description-course\">\n        Kokuraori is the name of a type of fabric that has been woven in the Buzen Kokura domain (Kitakyushu) since the beginning of the Edo era and was a favorite of Ieyasu Tokugawa. Shima-Shima sells pouches, handkerchiefs, and apparel made from Kokuraori cloth featuring its unique three-dimensional stripe pattern. Shima-Shima modern and stylish bags and incense make perfect gifts.      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"plan_moreButton\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/en\/kokuraori\" class=\"button button-negative button-course\">View the details<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"8\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 8 14\" class=\"button_cursor button_cursor-svg\"><path d=\"M.7,0L8,7L.7,14L0,13.3L6.6,7L0,.7Z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_image plan_image-course\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/b4865808e1bd54d487561392dc2a55ab.jpg)\"><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n                      <li class=\"plan_item plan_item-course\">\n  <div class=\"plan_panel plan_panel-course\">\n    <div class=\"plan_id plan_id-course\">7<\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_detail plan_detail-course\">\n      <div class=\"plan_name plan_name-course\">Kogetsudo Kokura Main Store<\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_tag\">\n        <ul class=\"plan_tag_list\">\n                                    <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-type\">Gourmet<\/li>\n                                                          <li class=\"plan_tag_item plan_tag_item-place\">Kitakyushu-shi Kokurakita-ku<\/li>\n                      \n        <\/ul>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"plan_description plan_description-course\">\n        Kogetsudo is a Japanese confectionery store with around 40 locations in Fukuoka and Yamaguchi. The main store sells chestnut manju, \"Gion Drum\" manju made by wrapping sweet fillings in pie crust, and other famous confectioneries. The main store contains the Kissako cafe, where guests can enjoy dining on desserts and other meals. The shiratama zenzai (red bean soup with rice dumplings), parfaits, Japanese sweets, and lunch items are popular!       <\/div>\n            <div class=\"plan_moreButton\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/en\/kogetsudou\" class=\"button button-negative button-course\">View the details<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"8\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 8 14\" class=\"button_cursor button_cursor-svg\"><path d=\"M.7,0L8,7L.7,14L0,13.3L6.6,7L0,.7Z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a>\n      <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n    <div class=\"plan_image plan_image-course\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.kitakyu-air.jp\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/22_kogetsu_01-0.jpg)\"><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n                    <\/ul>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Enjoy sightseeing and dining at bargain prices! 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