Aka, village in Tagawa district, Fukuoka prefecture, Japan
Aka is a small village in the Tagawa district of Fukuoka Prefecture, surrounded by green hills and farmland. It consists of simple wooden houses and narrow paths, with agriculture remaining central to the daily life of its residents.
The village was established on April 1, 1889, and historically was part of Buzen Province and later the Kokura Domain during the Edo period. During World War II, American bombing in 1945 damaged some houses, but the village recovered and retained its rural character.
The name Aka connects to the land and rural life that visitors can experience today throughout the village. Locals gather at small shops and community spaces, and during festivals you might see residents wearing traditional clothes and celebrating with music and dance.
The best way to explore Aka is on foot to see the small details of village life and the surrounding landscape. You can arrive by bus or car via rural roads, and walking or biking on quiet paths offers the most enjoyable way to experience the area.
The village is served by the Heisei Chikuho Railway line, with small stations used by locals to reach nearby towns and run errands. This local rail connection offers visitors a view of seasonal changes and the simple rural beauty of the area.
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