Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Guardian of Scholarship) As soon as you arrive at Dazaifu, you’ll be greeted by a rich, traditional Japanese atmosphere. Pass through the torii gate and walk along the stone-paved road, lined with old shops with red lanterns hanging high. It feels like you’ve traveled through time. Everyone comes to worship Sugawara Michizane, the “God of Learning.” If you want to advance your studies, get certified, or improve your luck, don’t miss it. Must-try: Freshly baked Umegae Mochi, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, paired with a cup of matcha, will instantly heal your soul.

You can visit this temple as part of a day tour to the Ghibli inspired Yufiun Floral Village and Beppu Hot Springs and Cable Car. Check it out