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Wisteria Tunnel

Posted on December 17, 2011 by lauren

The Wisteria Tunnel from Japan’s Kawachi Fuji Garden

Wisteria, (known as Fuji in Japan), is an ancient Japanese flowering vine. In mid April these plants begin to bloom. The effect is stunning. The soft hanging blooms range in color from light pinks, purples, yellows, and reds. These whimsical gardens are breathtaking and inspiring. I can’t wait to visit!

13 Responses to Wisteria Tunnel

1. Evodya Saroha says:

   It’s so beautiful . Can you advice how to reach this place?? I plan to go to Japan on this April 2012
   Thx alot

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   • lauren says:

     Hi Evodya!
     Wow, so excited you are visiting Japan- I can’t wait to go. To reach Wisteria Tunnel you must visit the Kawachi Fuji Gardens. These gardens are located in southern Japan in the large city of Kitakyushu on the island of Kyushu.
     To reach Kitakyushu by plane
     The New Kitakyushu Airport (新北九州空港 Shin Kitakyūshū Kūkō) [2], built on reclaimed land offshore in Suo nada, the most westerly part of the Seto Inland Sea, opened its doors in March of 2006. With a size much larger than the airport it replaced, the New Kitakyushu Airport hoped to increase tourism and trade dramatically.
     The airport is served by several domestic airlines, including JAL and new discount carrier StarFlyer [3]. Connections to Tokyo did indeed improve, but most other flights have petered out, with only service to Naha (Okinawa) and Seoul (South Korea)) clinging on.
     Hourly buses run between the airport and Kokura station (45 minutes, ¥600). Buses also run to/from Shimonoseki station eight times per day (70 minutes, ¥1000). If coming from the southeastern side of Kyushu, instead of going all the way to Kokura you can disembark at Kusami station (朽網駅), which has shuttle buses every 30 minutes or so to the airport, 20 minutes away.
     By Train
     Kokura Station (小倉駅) is the main railway station and is on the San’yo Shinkansen Line. All San’yo Shinkansen trains stop at Kokura. Nozomi, Mizuho, Sakura and Hikari Rail Star trains make frequent runs to/from Hiroshima, Okayama and Osaka, with some Nozomi trains also running from Kyoto, Nagoya and Tokyo. Sakura trains also run to/from Kumamoto and Kagoshima.
     Both the San’yo Shinkansen Line and the Kagoshima Main Line (鹿児島本線 Kagoshima honsen) connect Kitakyushu to Hakata station in Fukuoka. On the Shinkansen, Kokura can be reached from Hakata in 15-20 minutes at a cost of ¥2050 for an unreserved seat. Frequent Kodama runs are made between the two stations during rush hours.
     By Ferry
     Kokura ferry terminal connects with Matsuyama in Ehime Prefecture, Shikoku.
     Shin Moji ferry terminal connects with Osaka, Kobe and Tokyo. The Tokyo service is operated by Ocean Tokyu Ferry, 03-5148-0109; passenger fares are ¥14,000 for second class and ¥26,600 for first class.
     All this information is according to Wikipedia. I did some research and it seems to be correct to me. If you do visit please share tips and stories with us! We would be so appreciative here at M&M!
     Have a wonderful and safe trip!
     - Lauren

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2. Jeffrey Smith says:

   Thanks for the tips, and the web site definitely looks really good. What wordpress design are you using?

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   • lauren says:

     Thanks Jeffrey! Its a custom template my amazing web designer built me.
     http://www.AustenEzzell.com

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   • lauren says:

     Hi Jeffery!
     So happy this information was useful. Thanks, my amazing web designer built it custom for me http://www.AustenEzzell.com
     I hope you see many new things, have happy days and beautiful nights in your life!
     xx
     Lauren

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3. seo says:

   Great post. I am constantly checking this blog and get inspired! Very helpful info, I was seeking particular info on these gardens for a very long time. Thanks and good luck!

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4. Evodya Saroha says:

   Thanks for the info > It’s very helpfull

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   • lauren says:

     Hi Evodya!
     I’m glad you found it helpful. Have you gone on your trip yet? Spring is right around the corner and you know what that means- cherry blossom season!!!
     Hope you have a wonderful time!
     xx
     Lauren

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• lauren says:

  Hi Holly, I am going to Japan next year! I will do a complete overview and hopefully get some good travel tips for you! Thanks for checking in!

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