Furue Alley (古江小路)
Flow of the course
About 15 min from the previous stop
About 40 min here
About 20 min to the next stop
Next stop: A Magnificent 1,800+-Year-Old Summer Festival Where Young People Parade Carrying Towering Bamboo BranchesAbout this spot
Just a short walk from Chofu Garden, Furue Alley with its earthen walls and long-roofed gateways vividly preserves the atmosphere of a samurai-inhabited castle town. Various dining establishments popular with locals are scattered throughout the area. This location is ideal for enjoying dinner in this historic neighborhood before heading to the Suhou-tei Matsuri at Imomiya Shrine. As evening falls, the sight of festival-goers increases, and the entire castle town becomes infused with the ambiance of a summer celebration.
Tips
After evening approaches, the area around Imomiya Shrine becomes crowded, so finishing dinner by 4 PM allows for a more relaxed experience. The alley has abundant shade and is easy to walk through in the evening.
Best time to visit
Approximately 40 minutes. The soft light of dusk beautifully illuminates the earthen-wall alleyway.
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Access & map
〒752-0972 Yamaguchi Prefecture, Shimonoseki City, Chofu Soshacho 3-28
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