Love Sumikko Gurashi?
If you’re a Sumikko Gurashi fan, you have to check out this customisable Sumikko Gurashi store in Dazaifu Tenmangu Shopping Street in Fukuoka, Kyushu.
What’s available in the store?
In addition to the usual Sumikko Gurashi keychains and plushies, there’s a mix-and-match section where you can pair each character with an object (like a car, house, tree trunk, and more)
The characters start from ¥638, while the objects start from ¥825.
If you’re into the whole traditional Japanese aesthetics, they also have Daizaifu exclusive merchandise where the characters are dressed in various traditional costumes.
More about Dazaifu Tenmagu
Just a 30-minute drive from Fukuoka Airport, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine offers a serene detour steeped in history and culture. It’s the perfect layover for those who are driving to Saga prefecture.
Instead of driving straight to Saga, you can also consider a 1-2 day trip to Tosu City!
Dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of learning, this renowned Shinto shrine is a magnet for students and scholars seeking blessings for academic success. In addition to a forest of plum trees, vibrant torii gates, and the iconic Taiko Bridge, you can also look forward to adorable cats roaming the area.
Beyond the shrine, the bustling Dazaifu Tenmagu Shopping Street offers a delightful array of traditional shops and eateries.
Food at Dazaifu Tenmagu
You can savour the local speciality, Umegae Mochi, a grilled rice cake filled with sweet red bean paste and stamped with a plum blossom design. We recommend getting it from the busiest store to ensure that yours is made fresh.
For lunch, Kagura Dazaifu (神楽(かぐら) – 太宰府天満宮参道) is popular for their Mentaiko Wagyu Dons.
The street is also home to a uniquely designed Starbucks, blending modern architecture with traditional aesthetics.
Location: 3 Chome-2-48 Saifu, Dazaifu, Fukuoka 818-0117, Japan
Opening hours: 9:30am-5:30pm
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