James Richardson

James Richardson

James Richardson is a writer and Japan enthusiast. After living and working in Tokyo for over a decade, he shares his insights on Japanese society, culture, and current events.

Fukuoka Prefecture

Fukuoka Skyline of Seaside Momochi

Fukuoka Prefecture is situated in the north of Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan's four main islands.

It borders Saga Prefecture to the west, Oita Prefecture to the east, and Kumamoto Prefecture to the south.

Fukui Prefecture

Sakai City

Fukui Prefecture is situated in the central Chubu region of Honshu, Japan's largest island. It borders Ishikawa Prefecture to the north, Gifu Prefecture to the east, and Kyoto and Shiga Prefectures to the south.

Kyoto

Sagano Scenic Railway edited

Kyoto Prefecture is located on the island of Honshu, Japan, in the Kansai region. The prefecture is bordered by Fukui and Shiga Prefectures to the east, Osaka Prefecture to the south and Hyogo Prefecture to the west.