Entering the real-life Japanese fairytale town｜Mistakenly entering the niche Kirishima City

Kirishima City, Japan, is a paradise that seems to have been forgotten by time, hiding countless surprises and beauty. 🎐 Get your bags ready, follow this guide, and start a dream trip to Kirishima! Climate and temperature Kirishima City has a pleasant climate and is suitable for travel in all four seasons🌤️ The annual average temperature is around 15℃. Spring (March-May) is warm and comfortable, with cherry blossoms in full bloom; summer (June-August) is relatively cool, with a breeze blowing through the mountains; autumn (September-November) is full of red leaves and the forests are dyed red; winter (December-February) occasionally snows, and the snow-covered world is like a fairy tale world, but the temperature is generally above 0℃, so it is not too cold. Must-see attractions • Kirishima Shrine: Built in the 6th century, it is one of the largest shrines in southern Kyushu. In 2022, the main hall, the coin hall, and the worship hall were designated as national treasures. The vermilion building that combines traditional Japanese and Chinese elements is magnificent against the backdrop of green trees and is known as the "Sunlight of the West". The "Sasare Stone" beside the shrine is the spiritual sustenance praised in the Japanese national anthem, and there is also an ancient cedar tree that is more than 800 years old and is called the "Sacred Tree". Every year, the "Tengo-no-Son's Descend to the Sacred Fire" festival features spectacular performances of nine-sided drums and phantom fire. • Kirishima Art Forest: A wonderful place where art and nature blend perfectly. 🎨 Walking through it, you can see many works of art that echo the surrounding forests and lakes. Yayoi Kusama's "Flowers of Shangri-La" is not to be missed, and the photos are superb. • Kirishima Hot Spring Village: How can you not soak in hot springs when you come to Kirishima! The hot spring water here is of excellent quality and rich in various minerals, which is beneficial to the body. You can choose to soak in the open-air bath while enjoying the surrounding green mountains and trees and enjoy a relaxing time. There are also family hot springs. For more than 100 RMB, you can enjoy natural hot springs, water baths, saunas, etc., which is very cost-effective. Food recommendations • Kurobuta no Kan: Kirishima’s famous black pork cuisine, a must-try! The pork chop is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the shabu-shabu is fresh and fragrant, which will satisfy the taste buds who love pork🐷 • Torigane: Roasted chicken and chicken sashimi are a must-try. The unique cooking method retains the tenderness and juiciness of the chicken, which melts in your mouth. • Hitoyama Muku Shokudo: It was originally a kindergarten cafeteria, famous for its fresh ingredients. Later, parents also wanted to eat there, so it became a restaurant. It provides local specialties and you can taste the most authentic Kirishima flavor. Transportation Guide • External transportation: You can first arrive at Kagoshima Airport. It takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes from Tokyo Haneda Airport to Kagoshima Airport; it takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes from Osaka Itami Airport✈️ • Internal transportation: There are few buses in Kirishima City, and driving is the most convenient way🚗 If you choose public transportation, take the airport bus from the airport to Kokubu Station, change to JR to Kirishima Jingu JR Station, and then take a taxi to the hotel; you can also take the JR directly from Kagoshima Central to Kirishima Jingu JR Station, and then take a taxi. Notes • Public transportation in Japan is generally very punctual, so pay attention to the last bus time to avoid delays. • Follow local etiquette in the hot spring baths and wash your body before entering the hot spring pool🧼 • Most restaurants require you to take off your shoes to enter, so remember to understand and respect local customs in advance. Come to Kirishima City and start a romantic and healing journey! Are you ready to encounter this paradise? 🧳✨