Kyushu Olle Walking Festival 2025 in Miyama Kiyomizuyama Course

Kyushu Olle is a sister version of Jeju Olle, a walking course that allows visitors to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons and the local history and food while experiencing the charm of the area through all five senses. The Kyushu Olle Walking Festival is held once a year on one of the 18 courses. In the spring of 2025, the Miyama Kiyomizuyama Course will be the venue for the festival, bringing together all 18 Kyushu Olle courses under the theme “Kyushu is One”.

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What is Kyushu Olle?

"Ollle" originated in Jeju Island, South Korea. Jeju Olle was created as a trekking course to enjoy the nature of Jeju Island. Originally, the word "Olle" means "a narrow alley leading from the street to the house" in Jeju. Kyushu has its sister version of "Kyushu Olle" and now has 18 courses in seven prefectures. Among them, there are six attractive courses in Fukuoka Prefecture. Enjoy the beautiful nature of the four seasons in the mountains suitable for trekking, and walk at your own pace with horse-shaped signs called "Ganse" and blue and red ribbons.

Kyushu Olle Walking Festival 2025 in Miyama Kiyomizuyama Course

Date: Sunday, March 9, 2025
Place: Kyushu Olle Miyama Kiyomizuyama Course

Miyama Kiyomizuyama Course

The Kyushu Olle “Miyama-Kiyomizuyama Course” starts from a view of the castle of Hachirakukai, passing through a mysterious bamboo forest, you will arrive at the Zoyama Historic Forest Park Observatory, overlooking the Chikugo Plain. The course then descends by Kogoishi Stone to Kiyomizu Temple, an ancient temple with a rich historical and cultural heritage, including Honboteien Garden said to have been created by Sesshu, a prestigious Japanese painter, Gohyaku-rakan, statues of about 500 arhats, and a three-storied pagoda. The second half of the course takes you through tranquil rural scenery to the finish point at “Michi no Eki Miyama” (Roadside Station), where you can fully experience Miyama City.

Method of Application

We will let you know as soon as we decide. (More information will be provided in November 2024.)

What kind of outfits are recommendable ?

Comfortable clothing and sportswear, not necessarily for mountain climbing, are acceptable! Since the event is held in March and the temperature usually reaches a high of 15°C and a low of 5°C, it is advisable to bring warm clothes that you can take off and put on.
Pack your luggage in a backpack and make sure you have room for drinks and souvenirs. Weather conditions can change, so be prepared with simple rainwear, an umbrellas or a kappa. Don't forget a map of the course. It is also a good idea to carry snacks and refreshments in your backpack so that you can take a break if the stores in the area are closed or if you get tired during the course.

Can walk the day before the festival! Nearby Course

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Shimabara Course

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