Kitakyushu's spectacular wisteria tunnel is blooming!

If you find yourself anywhere near northern Kyushu or have time for a weekend getaway, head to Fukuoka Prefecture's Kitakyushu City.An hour drive north-east of Fukuoka City, down some winding roads and over some lush green hills, you'll find the hidden gem of Kawauchi Wisteria Gardens.

The main attraction of the park is the 220 meter long wisteria tunnel consisting of two variations of wisteria (which are called fuji in Japanese). However, the park is also full of other wisteria trees that intertwine to make a majestic roof and there are plenty of other flowers as well.