8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour

 

This tour explores Northern and Central Kyushu and introduced a lot of featured tourist places are

introduced.  Start and end of the tour is Fukuoka-city. There are many fascinating tourist destinations

are concentrated in this area. The tour visits 5 prefectures of the 7 prefectures of Kyushu;

Fukuoka-prefecture,  Saga-prefecture,  Nagasaki–prefecture,  Kumamoto–prefecture , Oita-prefecture 

 

Where to Explore 

Fukuoka-city   →　Saga   →　Nagasaki   →  Unzen  →　Shimabara  →　Kumamoto

Amakusa   →　Aso   →　Okubungo region   →   Yufuin →　Beppu　

Kitakyushu-city    →　Fukuoka-city

 

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Tour conditions 

The tour is the private tour exclusively for your group.

・Minimum number : 4 person

・Maxum number : 30 person

・Tour date : please specify the date

・English, Chinese or Korean speaking guide is accompanied

・Chartered vehicle is utilized such as a taxi or bus as per number of person

    if you use a taxi, a foreign language (English, Chainese or Korean ) speaking driver

    can be arranged.  

・Accommodations is selected as per your required grade, room conditions and budget

    and the location is considered sightseeing, dinner and nightlife as well.

 

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 Travelling route 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Features of the tour

For enjoyable journey, the itinerary is to be planned in accordance with your own

pace and considering a physical conditions as well.

・Travelling route: Driving from destination to destination is a part of travel, so the best route is

　to be selected where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery.

・Local cuisines and special gurmet are to be included.

・Shopping are included on the travelling route.

The following will be included in accordance with your requests

・Unique experiences are to be included as per the request such as ;

　Gunkan-jima island Cruise, Amakusa cruise or Dolphin watching, Hell tour, Foot bath

　Japan’s three major night view of Nagasaki and Kitakyushu, Aso tourist tram, Sake brewery, Fruits picking.

・Dynamic and beautiful Nature  ; Amakusa, Unzen, Aso, Okubungo, Yufuin

・Onsen experience : Amakusa, Shimabara, Unzen, Obama, Aso, Kurokawa, Yufuin, Beppu

・UESCO World Heritage  /  Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution: Kitakyushu, Nagasaki, Kagoshima

・UNESCO World Heritage / Hidden Christian Sites: Nagasaki, Shimabara, Unzen, Amakusa

・Japanese Cultural Historical sites : Nagasaki, Shimabara, Kumamoto, Aso, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-city　

 

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 Itinerary 

 

 Day 1    Saga-prefecture

 

Itinerary

Depart Fukuoka-city

Transfer to Karatsu and visit Karatsu Castle

Transfer to Yobusko

Lunch at Yobuko : local speciality freash Squid

Transfer to Imari  and visit Okawachiyama porcelain district

Transfer to Takeo

Exploring Takeo

   Romon Gate  →  Great Camphor tree at Takeo Shrine → Mifuneyama-rakuen Garden　 

Stay at  Takeo, Japanese style Hotel, included dinner and breakfast

Dinner at Hotel : Japanese style kaiseki dinner included lacal spesiality cuisines

Alternative

Saga,  Kashima, Kashima and Yutoku Inari Shrine are also selected as alternative route

 

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Where to explore

Saga is a prefecture in the northwestern part of Kyushu and is located next to Fukuoka-prefecture.

The north side faces Genkai Quasi-National Park with scenic coast line.

In the south, the Saga plain that is adjacent to Ariake Sea is spreading.

Karatsu Castle Karatsu Castle is called Dancing Crane Castle

Yobuko Asaichi Famous for Squid and Morning Market called Asaichi

Hado-misaki Cape Cape of Lovers’ sanctuary, the heart-shaped monument

Imari The porcelain town, has 400 years history

Arita Arita porcelain, bright, elegant pictures drawn in porcelain.

Takeo The Onsen resort, has 1200 years history

Saga-city Great contribution to the Japanese Industrial Revolution

Kashima Exciting experience, Sake brewery visiting

Yutoku Inari Shrine One of the most famous Inari shrines in Japan

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 Day 2    Nagasaki

 

Itinerary

Leave Hotel in Takeo

Transfer to Nagasaki

Exploring Nagasaki

  Atomic Bomb Museum  →　Ground Zero → Peace Park including Peace Fountain & Peace Statue   

Lunch at China Town  or Nagaaki Wharf

Exploring Nagasaki

  Oura Cathedral  →　Glover Garden 　Dejima

Night view of  Mount Inasa

Stay at Nagasaki,  Western style Hotel, included breakfast

Dinner around JR Nagasaki station, local speciality Cuisines  

 

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Where to explore

The city have many oversea countries cultures and the significant Japanese histories like no other

areas. In addition to above features, the geographical conditions are creating fascinating tourism

and now many tourists are visiting here.

Historical features  The following had exprienced in Nagasaki

 Natioanl isolation in Japan, Hidden Christian, Japan’s Industry modernization and Atomic bomb

Nagaaki Wharf  Elegant international & domestic  tourist harbour

Mount Inasa  Breathtaking panoramic view  of Nagasaki-city

Mount Inasa  One of the World’s three  beautiful night view

Glover Garden  UNESCO World Heritage, the  largest number of visitor here

Peace Park  Let’s make World Peace and  everyone’s happiness

Path in Minamiyamate  Various gift shops,   restaurants, Café lined the street

Oura Cathedral  The most significant Church,    Mother Teresa and Pope visited

Dejima    Only the trading port in Japan  during Natinal isolation

China Town  One of the three big China  town in Japan

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 Day 3    Shimabara and Unzen

 

Itinerary

Leave Hotel in Nagasaki

Transfer to Shimabara

Exploring Shimabara  : Shimabara Castle →　Samurai Houses and Samurai street

Lunch at  Shimabara, local cuisine in Shimabara ;  Guzoni or Rokubei

Transfer to Unzen

Exploring Unzen  : Nita Pass →　Unzen jigoku

Stay at  Unzen Onsen Resort, Japanese style Hotel,  included dinner and breakfast

Dinner at Hotel : Japanese style kaiseki dinner included lacal spesiality cuisines

 

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Where to explore

Shimabara

Located in the Shimabara peninsuka, region spread in the foot of gentle mountain and facing to calm

sea. Shimabara is consist of two cities, Shimabara-city and Minami-Shmabara-city. Offers various

enjoyable things such as Nature, Onsen, Castle town of Shimabara-city, Hidden Christian history

as well as Local Gourmets. 

Shimabara  Nature, Onsen, Castle town,  Christianity history, Gourmets.

Shimabara Castle  Symbol of Shimabar, almost   rectangular flatland castle

Samurai Houses Even now, atmosphere in 18th   century is still remained

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Unzen 

Unzen is a beautiful highland Onsen Resort in Shimabara peninsula situated Unzen National Park 

The first area to be designated as a National Park in Japan and then the area has been developed

as Onsen Resort for both tourist Japanese and foreigner. Even now, many tourist from all over the

world are visiting here for enjoying Nature.

Unzen Highland Onsen Resort, different colour create seasonal beauty

Nita pass Magnificent scenery of mountain foot area & Ariake bay

Unzen jigoku   White smoke rising from the    ground over a wide area

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 Day 4    Kumamoto

 

Itinerary

Leave Hotel in Unzen

Transfer from Kuchinotsu port in Minami-Shimabara to Oniike port in Amakusa by a ferry boat

Exploring  Amakusa  including Amakusa Cruise or dolphin watching

Lunch : local cuisine in Amakusa

Transfer to Kumamoto

Exploring Kumamoto 

  Sakurano-baba Josaien → Kumamoto Castle  →  Suizenji-koen Park

Stay at Kumamoto, Western style Hotel, included breakfast

Dinner at Shimo-tori Shopping Street, local speciality Cuisines

 

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Where to explore

Amakusa

An archipelago located west side of Kumamoto, beautiful landscape, seafood and local delicacies

and marine activities can be enjoyed. Amakusa are connected to Shimabara by the Ferry and to

Kumamoto by the bridges.

Amakusa 9 inhabited islands & numerous  islands floating on a tranquil sea

Amakusa Gokyu / Pearl line Main islands are connected with Amakusa Five bridge, Pearl line

World Heritage SIte Hidden Cristian site of Oe Cathesral and Sakitsu Village

Tomioka Castle Ruins The Castle in Amakusa Island built in 1605

Amakusa Cruise One of the most exciting exprience in Amakusa

Amakusa Onsen There are two Onsen, Matsushima and Shimoda

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Kumamoto

Situated roughly in the center of Kumamoto Prefecture, is the government and economic center

of the prefecture. From the early 17th century to the end of the 19th century, Kumamoto was

prosperous as a castle town.

Sakurano-baba Josaien Introduce of the old castle town and convey the food, history and cultural traditions

Kumamoto Castle  One of Japan’s three great  Castle, built in 1600

After the Earthquake Under restoration work, can be  visited from the outside

Suizenji-koen Park  Imitated the beautiful scenery   of Japan

Shimo-tori Shopping street  The biggest shopping district in Kumamoto-prefecture

Kumamoto City Tram Main destinations are connected from JR Kumamoto Station

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 Day 5     Aso

 

Itinerary

Leave Hotel in Kumamoto

Transfer to Aso

Enjoy the magnificent scenery by Aso Tourist Tram

Lunch at Minami Aso ;  featured restaurant / Takamori Dengaku-no sato

Exploring Aso 

   Kusasenri-ga-hama  →   Mount Aso   →   Aso shrine   →  Daikanbo

Stay at Kurokawa Onsen or  Onsen resort Aso, Japanese style Hotel, included dinner and breakfast

Japanese style kaiseki dinner included lacal spesiality cuisines　

 

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Where to explore

The world’s largest caldera and the active volcano give a lot of excitements. And numerous

unforgettable experiences in the rural area can be made including Onsen, variety of sports 

and local cuisines.

Mount Aso

The largest active volcano in Japan, and is among the largest in the world. Its peak is 1592 m above sea

level. Its caldera is 25 km across north to south and 18 km across east to west.

Mt. Aso, around the Crater

Look down the Crater

Nakadake Crater

Aso Shrine One of the oldest and most prominent shrines in Japan

Kurokawa Onsen The best places to enjoy the atmosphere of real Japan

Nabegataki Waterfalls Very unique waterfalls, can be climbed behind the falls

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 Day 6    Yufuin and Beppu  via  Okubungo region

 

 

Itinerary

Leave Hotel in Aso

Transfer to Yufuin through Okubungo

Exloring Yufuin

   Yunotsubo Avenue  →　Yufuin Floral Village　→　Kinrinko lake

Transfer to Beppu

Lunch at Beppu ; Jigokumushi-kobo, steamed Cuisines

Exploring Beppu

  Beppu Hell tour  → Foot bath

Stay at  Beppu,  Western style Hotel, included breakfast

Dinner at Beppu Onsen town, local speciality cuisines

 

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Where to explore

Okubungo region

The region is on the way to Yufuin and Beppu from Aso, the travelling route can be proposed

as per your preference. The area is a nature-blessed region at Ono River basin, and the northern

part is surrounded by Aso & Kuju Mountains.

Kuju kogen Plateau A magnificent and beautiful scenery of Kuju plateau

Handa kogen Plateau  Yamanami Highway, best driving route enjoy Nature

Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi Japan’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge, world’s 2nd

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Yufuin

Graceful Onsen Resort located in the Yufu basin surrounded by Mount Yufu and Tsurumi.

One of the most popular among ladies and International tourist visits to here are increasing. 

Mount Yufu  Gentle mount Yufu can be seen  graceful Onsen Resort

Yufuin Station Street  In front of JR Yufuin Station  a elegant street appear

Yunotsubo Avenue  70 shops, gift shops, galleries curiosity item shops, cafes

Shitan-yu The old public outdoor mixed bath with a thatched

Kinrinko lake The landmark in Yufuin, hot water gushes from the bottom

Yufuin Floral Village Reproduced the townscape of the Cotswold region in England

 

Beppu

The popular hot spring town nestle at the foot of volcanos, Mt. Yufu and Mt. Tsurumi. Boasting more

than 2,800 hot spring sources and flowing rate of nearly 137,000 kiloliters per day.

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 Day 7     Kitakyushu-city

Kokura Castle Kitakyushu’s land mark, walking distance of Kokura Stations

Uomachi Shopping arcade Down town shopping street, various shops, restaurants, bars

Hiraodai Karst Plateau One of the three largest karst plateau in Japan

Kanmon-kyo Bridge The suspended bridge crossing the Kanmon Straits

Mojiko Retro The exotic district, former trading port coal and other products

Kanmon Pedstrian Tunnel Only the place in the world, can be crossed the strait on foot

UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution

Higashida district The birth place of Steel making Industry in Japan

Mount Sarakura The Three Major night view in Japan

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 Day 8     Fukuoka-city

 

Itinerary

Leave Hotel in Kitakyushu-city 

Transfer to Fukuoka-city

Exploring  Fukuoka-city

Lunch : local cuisine in Fukuoka-city

Stay in  Fukuoka-city , Western style Hotel, included breakfast

Dinner at Fukuoka-city, local speciality cuisines

 

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Where to explore

Fukuoka-city has a long history as commercial town and castle town, and prospered as

important district to Asian Continent for many years.   Now, Fukuoka-city is the International

hub of Kyushu, the nation’s fourth largest economic zone. In other words, Fukuoka-city is the

heart of Kyushu against various things, such as food culture, shopping, entertainment,

economy and international business.

JR Hakata Station The largest and busiest JR train station in Kyushu

Sea Side Momochi The water-front resort area JR Hakata Station and Tenjin

Tenjin The biggest shopping district in Kyushu

Kushida Shrine Hakata Gion Yamagasa  Festival is held in the shrine

Kawabata Shopping Arcade 400 m down town street, 100 shops and restaurants

Nakasu One of the largest entertainment district in western Japan

Fukuoka City tour bus Fukuoka Open top bus tour, three courses for journey

Fukuoka Tower Japan’s highest coastal tower, magnificent view from the top

Tochoji Temple The oldest temple of the hingon sect in Japan

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Featured Kyushu Round tours  

・ 11 days Kyushu tour

・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour

・ 8 days Southern Kyushu tour

・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour

・ 7 days Central Kyushu tour

・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour

 

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11 days Kyushu Tour

 

This tour explores throughout Kyushu and introduced a lot of featured tourist places are

introduced.  Start and end of the tour is Fukuoka-city.

 

Where to Explore 

Fukuoka-city  →  Nagasaki　 →　Shimabara   →　Unzen  →  Kumamoto  → Amakusa　

Ibusuki    →　Chiran　 →　 Kagoshima & Sakurajima Island   →　Kirishima  

Nichinan & Miyazaki  →  Hyuga   →　Takachiho   →　 Aso  →　Okubungo region

Yufuin   → 　Beppu   →　Kitakyushu-city  →　Fukuoka-city

 

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Tour conditions 

The tour is the private tour exclusively for your group.

・Minimum number : 4 person

・Maxum number : 30 person

・Tour date : please specify the date

・English, Chinese or Korean speaking guide is accompanied

・Chartered vehicle is utilized such as a taxi or bus as per number of person

    if you use a taxi, a foreign language (English, Chainese or Korean ) speaking driver

    can be arranged.  

・Accommodations is selected as per your required grade, room conditions and budget

    and the location is considered sightseeing, dinner and nightlife as well.

 

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 Travelling route 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Features of the tour

For enjoyable journey, the itinerary is to be planned in accordance with your own

pace and considering a physical conditions as well.

・Travelling route: Driving from destination to destination is a part of travel, so the best route is

　to be selected where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery.

・Local cuisines and special gurmet are to be included.

・Shopping are included on the travelling route.

The following will be included in accordance with your requests

・Unique experiences are to be included as per the request such as ;

　Gunkan-jima islamd Cruise, Amakusa cruise or Dolphin watching, Sand bath, Wild horse watching,

　Hell tour, Foot bath, Japan’s three major night view of Nagasaki and Kitakyushu, Aso tourist tram

　Sake brewery, Fruits picking.

・Dynamic and beautiful Nature  ; Amakusa, Unzen, Satsuma Peninsula,  Sakurajima Island, Aso,

　Takachiho, Nichinam and Hyuga,  Okubungo, Yufuin

・Onsen experience : Shimabara, Unzen, Obama, Ibusuki, Aso, Kurokawa, Yufuin, Beppu

・UESCO World Heritage  /  Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution: Kitakyushu, Nagasaki, Kagoshima

・UNESCO World Heritage / Hidden Christian Sites: Nagasaki, Shimabara, Unzen, Amaku-sa

・Japanese Cultural Historical sites : Nagasaki, Shimabara, Kumamoto, Chiran, Kagoshima,

　Kirishima, Obi, Mimitsu, Takachiho, Aso, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-city　

 

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 Itinerary  

 

 Day 1     Nagasaki

 

Itinerary

Arrive at the Fukuoka airport

Transfer to Nagasaki-city

Atomic Bomb Museum   →　Ground Zero  →   Peace Park including Peace Statue &  Peace Fountain

Lunch at China Town or Nagaaki Wharf

Oura Cathedral  →　Glover Garden 　→　Dejima

Night view of  Mount Inasa

Stay at  Nagasaki-city , Western style Hotel, included breakfast

Dinner around JR Nagasaki station, local speciality Cuisines  

 

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Where to explore

One of Must visit destination in Kyushu.  The city have many oversea countries cultures and

the significant Japanese histories like no other areas.  In addition to above features, the geographical

conditions are creating fascinating tourism and now many tourists are visiting here.

Historical features  The following had exprienced in Nagasaki

 Natioanl isolation in Japan, Hidden Christian, Japan’s Industry modernization and Atomic bomb

Nagaaki Wharf  Elegant international & domestic  tourist harbour

Mount Inasa  Breathtaking panoramic view  of Nagasaki-city

Mount Inasa  One of the World’s three  beautiful night view

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Glover Garden  UNESCO World Heritage, the  largest number of visitor here

Peace Park  Let’s make World Peace and  everyone’s happiness

Path in Minamiyamate  Various gift shops,   restaurants, Café lined the street

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Oura Cathedral  The most significant Church,    Mother Teresa and Pope visited

Dejima    Only the trading port in Japan  during Natinal isolation

China Town  One of the three big China  town in Japan

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 Day 2    Shinabara & Unzen

 

Itinerary

Leave Hotel in Nagasaki

transfer to Shimabara

Shimabara Castle →　Samurai Street

Lunch at  Shimabara,  local cuisine Guzoni or Rokubei

transfer to Unzen

Nita Pass →　Unzen jigoku

Stay atUnzen Onsen Resort  Japanese style Hotel,  included dinner and breakfast

Dinner at Hotel : Japanese style kaiseki dinner included lacal spesiality cuisines

 

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Where to explore

Shimabara

Located in the Shimabara peninsula, the region spread in the foot of gentle mountain

and facing to calm sea. Shimabara is consist of two cities, Shimabara-city and

Minami-Shmabara-city.

Offers various enjoyable things such as Nature, Onsen, Castle town of Shimabara-city,

Hidden Christian history as well as Local Gourmets. 

Shimabara   Nature, Onsen, Castle town,  Christianity history, Gourmets.

Shimabara Castle  Symbol of Shimabar, almost   rectangular flatland castle

Samurai Houses  Even now, atmosphere in 18th   century is still remained

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Unzen 

Unzen is a beautiful highland Onsen Resort in Shimabara peninsula situated Unzen National Park 

The first area to be designated as a National Park in Japan and then the area has been developed

as Onsen Resort for both tourist Japanese and foreigner.

Even now, many tourist from all over the world are visiting here for enjoying Nature.

Unzen Highland Onsen Resort, different colour create seasonal beauty

Nita pass Magnificent scenery of mountain foot area & Ariake bay

Unzen jigoku White smoke rising from the   ground over a wide area

 

Itinerary

 

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Where to explore

Amakusa

An archipelago located west side of Kumamoto, beautiful landscape, seafood and local delicacies and 

marine activities can be enjoyed. Amakusa are connected to Shimabara by the Ferry and to Kumamoto

by the bridges.

Amakusa 9 inhabited islands & numerous  islands floating on a tranquil sea

Amakusa Gokyu / Pearl line Main islands are connected with Amakusa Five bridge, Pearl line

World Heritage SIte Hidden Cristian site of Oe Cathesral and Sakitsu Village

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Tomioka Castle Ruins The Castle in Amakusa Island built in 1605

Amakusa Cruise One of the most exciting exprience in Amakusa

Amakusa Onsen There are two Onsen, Matsushima and Shimoda

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Ibusuki Onsen

It is best known for its steaming sand baths along the beach, where bathers in a yukata, 

or Japanese bathrobe

Sand bath hall, changing room   shower facilities

Steam Sand bath facing to   Kinko Bay

Enjoy taking Steam Sand    bath

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Ikeda-ko Lake  The legendary monster “Isshi”  purported to live in the lake

Somen Noodel Nagashi  Serving cold Somen noodle,  swim in the revloving container

Meiji-gura Shochu Brewery   Enjoy tasting Shochu at the   time-honored Brewery

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Ryugu Shrine  A power spot of matchmaking  and good fortune in love.

Nagasaki-bana Cape  the southernmost point of  Satsuma peninsula

Nishi-Oyama JR Station  The southernmost railway  station in Japan

 

 Day 5   Chiran & Kagoshima

Leave Hotel in Ibusuki

Transfer to Chiran

Exploring  Chiran including Samurai Residence and Chiran Peace Museum   

Lunch at Chiran :  local cuisine of Kagoshima

Transfer to Kagoshima

Exploring : Kagoshima, Sengan-en Garden and Shoko Shuseikan

Exloring Sakurajima Island

Stay at Kirishima , Western style Hotel, included breakfast

Dinner at Kagoshima-city, local speciality Cuisines

 

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Where to explore

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Where to explore

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Takachiho

Located in the center of the Kyushu mountain area where about 40km away from

Aso and is steeped in Japanese mythology.

It is the supposed site of legend where Amaterasu, the Shrine Sun Goddess, disturbed by her

brother’s cruel pranks, hid herself in a cave, prompting the other gods and goddesses to try and

lure her out.

 

Takachiho Gorge

The narrow chasm cut through the rock by the Gokase River. The nearly sheer cliffs lining the gorge

are made of slow forming volcanic basalt columns which resemble the scales of a dragon where the

stone twisted and flowed as it formed.

 

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Takachiho Shrine

 located just west of the town center, is nestled in a grove of tall cedars. During the day the shrine’s 

nondescript, unpainted buildings blend in naturally with the surrounding trees. The light that filters through,

brings with it an air of calm, peaceful reverence.

 

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Amano Iwato Shrine

Legends of Japanese mythology. In the story, Amaterasu, the Shito sun goddess, became so outraged

by her brother’s cruel pranks that she hid herself in a cave, refusing to come out and depriving the

world of her life-giving light. 

 

Leave Hotel in Takachiho

Transfer to Aso

Enjoy the magnificent scenery by Aso Tourist Tram

Lunch at Minami Aso ;  featured restaurant / Takamori Dengaku-no sato

Exploring Aso

  Kusaenri-ga-hama  →　Mount Aso　→　Daikanbo

Stay at Aso, Kurokawa Onsen  or  Onsen resort Aso, Japanese style Hotel, included dinner and breakfast

Japanese style kaiseki dinner included lacal spesiality cuisines　

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Itinerary

Leave Hotel in Kurokawa Onsen or Aso

Transfer to Yufuin through Okubungo

Exloring Yufuin

  Yunotsubo Avenue  →　Yufuin Floral Village　→　Kinrinko lake

Transfer to Beppu

Lunch at Beppu ; Jigokumushi-kobo, steamed Cuisines

Exploring Beppu

   Beppu Hell tour →  Foot bath

Stay at  Beppu,  Western style Hotel, included breakfast

Dinner at Beppu Onsen town, local speciality Cuisines

 

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Where to explore

Graceful Onsen Resort located in the Yufu basin surrounded by Mount Yufu and Tsurumi

One of the most popular among ladies and International tourist visits to here are increasing. 

Mount Yufu  Gentle mount Yufu can be seen  graceful Onsen Resort

Yufuin Station Street  In front of JR Yufuin Station  a elegant street appear

Yunotsubo Avenue  70 shops, gift shops, galleries curiosity item shops, cafes

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Shitan-yu The old public outdoor mixed bath with a thatched

Kinrinko lake The landmark in Yufuin, hot water gushes from the bottom

Yufuin Floral Village Reproduced the townscape of the Cotswold region in England

 

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Beppu

The popular hot spring town nestle at the foot of volcanos, Mt. Yufu and Mt. Tsurumi.

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Featured tours

Kyushu Round tours  

・ 11 days Kyushu tour

・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour

・ 8 days Southern Kyushu tour

・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour

・ 7 days Central Kyushu tour

・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour

 

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Fukuoka customized tours

 

Fukuoka-prefecture only in Japan is selected by

CNN Travel as one of the top 19 places to visit in 2019 

We offer Customized private tours in Fukuoka-prefecture, and also the following destinations 

around Fukuoka-prefecture.

Nagasaki, Shimabara, Unzen, Kumamoto, Aso,  Takachiho, Beppu,  Yufuin, Usa,

Kunisaki peninsula,  Saga–prefecture

 

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Customized tour conditions

The tour is the Customized private tour exclusively for your group  such as friends, family, company

or any groups.

・Minimum number : 4 person

・Maxum number : 30 person

・Start and end of the tour is Fukuoka–city, please specify the place where you want

・Tour date : please specify the date

・English, Chinese or Korean speaking guide is accompanied

・Chartered vehicle is utilized such as a taxi or bus as per number of person

    if you use a taxi, a foreign language (English, Chainese or Korean ) speaking driver

    can be arranged.  

・Accommodations is selected as per your required grade, room conditions and budget

    and the location is considered sightseeing, dinner and nightlife as well.

 

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Fukuoka-prefecture  

Fukuoka is the largest prefecture in Kyushu and has gate way from other area in Japan

and Overseas countries and the starting point of journey to any destinations in Kyushu.

The prefecture only in Japan isselected by CNN Travel as one of the top 19 places to visit in 2019 

Fukuoka one-day tour	Yanagawa & Dazaifu one-day tour	Itoshima one-day tour
Fukuoka-city is the Heart of Kyushu. this tour introduce historical places and local traditionalareas.	Yanagawa is a Castle town with beautiful canal facing to Ariake bay.  Dazaifu is must visit place in Fukuoka–prefecture has 1300 years history	Itoshima is a resort town near Fukuoka-city . Beautiful dynamic Genkai Sea, seafood gourmet, local products shopping, Sake brewery

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Munakata & Fukutsu one-day tour	Munakata, Oshiama & Okinoshima one-day tour	Toho village, Asakura Ukiha one-day tour
UNESCO World Heritage sites in Munakata and Fukutsu. Discover Japanese history from ancient time	UNESCO World Heritage sites in Munakata and Oshima Island. Worship the Sacred Island from Okinoshima Island	Agricultural industries spreading in the Chikugo plain; beautiful rural landscape, fruit picking, Sake brewery, Onsen

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Chikugo Yoshii & Yanagawa Hinadoll festival tour	Yame region one-day tour	Ukiha & Yanagawa one-day tour
The Hinadoll festival is a traditional Japanese event that announces the arrival of spring.	Kurume, Yame, Hoshino village Located in the southern part of Fukuoka-prefecture	Exploring the two most featured destinations in southern part of Fukuoka-prefecture. Ukiha and Yanagawa

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Kitakyushu one-day tour	Kawachi Wisteria garden & Kitakyushu one-day tour	Kitakyushu-city hiking tour
World leading Environmental Future city, and blessed with  spectacular & stunning nature	The tour is operated during Kawachi Wisteria blossom period from mid-April to mid-May	Abundant hiking opportunities in the beautiful nature of Kitakyushu-city

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Saga-prefecture  

Saga-prefecture is located in the northern part of Kyushu and are adjacent to Fukuoka-prefecture

in the east and to Nagasaki-prefecture in the west.

The north side faces Genkai Quasi-National Park with scenic coast line. In the south, the Saga

plain that is adjacent to Ariake Sea is spreading.

Saga-city one-day tour	Takeo & Yutoku Inari Shrine one-day tour	Karatsu & Yobuko one-day tour
The capital of  Saga–prefecture One of the birth place of Japanese Industrial modernization	Onsen Resort Takeo. Yutoku is one of the most famous Inari shrines in Japan	Karatsu is a castle town. Yobuko is a fishing port town; morning market and fresh squid cuisine are famous

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Arita & Imari one-day tour
Arita and Imari are porelain towns with 400 years history. Both places have different feature of porcelain respectively.

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Nagasaki-prefecture  

Nagasaki-prefecture is located north-west side of Kyushu and borders Saga-prefecture

on the east, and is otherwise surrounded by Seas.

It also includes a large number of islands such as Tsushima and Iki. Most of the prefecture is

near the coast and there are a number of ports such as Nagasaki-city and a United States Navy

base at Sasebo-city.

Nagasaki one-day tour	Nagasaki / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites one-day tour	Nagasaki / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 3 days tour
Centred on Nagasaki harbour, greatly contributed to Japan’s modernization since establishment of Dejima	To show how Christians have been continued their faith since Christianity was propagated to Japan	Introduce the Christian faith continued even during the ban on Christianity

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Nagasaki / UNESCO Industrial Revolution one-day tour	Shimabara & Unzen 2 days tour	Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch one-day tour
The origin of Japan’s modernization. Nagasaki contributed for Shipbuilding and Coal Mining	Main tourist destinations in Shmabara peninsula. Shimabara is facing Sea and has UNESCO World Heritage sites. Unzen is a beautiful highland Onsen Resort	The town surrounded azure sea with breathtaking 99 islands scenery, and beautiful theme  park Huis Ten Bosch

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Oita-prefecture  

Oita-prefecture is on the north-eastern section of Kyushu and is bordered by Miyazaki-prefecture

to the south, and Fukuoka-prefecture and Kumamoto-prefecture to the west.

The prefecture is a representative Onsen Resort area in Japan, and most recommended Onsen

Resorts are Beppu and Yufuin.

Yufuin & Beppu Onsen 2 days tour	Usa & Kunisaki one-day tour
Two major Onsen Resorts in Oita-prefecture, Yufuin is a . beautiful & tranqil Onsen and Beppu is one of the most famous Onsen in Japan	Tranquil country side spreading around Usa Shrine that one of the most beautiful shrine in Japan

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Kumamoto & Miyazaki-prefecture  

Located in the center of Kyushu, Mount Aso, an extensive active volcano, is in the east of

Kumamoto-prefecture. This volcano is located at the center of the Aso caldera.

Kumamoto, Aso Takachiho 3 days tour	Takachiho one-day tour	Amakusa / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 2 days tour
Major toursit destination in Central Kyushu; Kumamoto–city Aso and Takachiho	Takachiho offers the dynamic  nature of Takachiho Gorge, and the roots of Japanese culture in the birth place of Japanese mythology	Introduce Japanese Christianity history of continuing faith while coexisting with Japanese traditional religion

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Aso & Takachiho  Dynamic Nature 2 day tour
The large scale of the Dynamic Nature which cannot be seen in no other area in Japan.

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Study tours to Kitakyushu

The city of Kitakyushu is the birthplace of the modern Japanese steel industry which began

operation in 1901, and is now the world’s leading environmental future city.

Now it is called industrial and environmental city which is representative of Japan.

Therefore the various things can be learn here.

 

Saga-prefecture travel guide

 

Saga-prefecture is located in the northern part of Kyushu and are adjacent to

Fukuoka-prefecture in the east and to Nagasaki-prefecture in the west.

The north side faces Genkai Quasi-National Park with scenic coast line.

In the south, the Saga plain that is adjacent to Ariake Sea is spreading.

The capital of the prefecture is Saga-city.

 

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Location of Saga-prefecture

　 

 

 

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Where to Explore  

Saga-city

It faces the Ariake Sea on the south and is home to Saga Airport. In the center of the city is

the Saga Castle History Museum, which also serves as the city’s symbol. The castle itself is no

longer standing, but the main keep has been reconstructed, resulting in one of the largest

wooden structures in Japan.

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Karatsu and Yobuko

Located on the Higashi Matsuura Peninsula in the north-western part of Saga-prefecture,

have been prosperous from ancient times as an important point for trade with Mainland China.

Karatsu is a part of Genkai Quasi-National Park, and has many scenic spots.

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Takeo

Located in the western part of Saga-prefecture. The hot spring temperature is 18 to 52 degrees.

Spring quality is smooth with alkaline simple hot spring.  It is said that the color is colorless and

transparent and has an outstanding effect on recovery from fatigue.

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Arita

Famous for Arita yaki which is 400-years old porcelain. The piece is bright, elegant pictures

drawn in transparent white porcelain. 

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Imari

The porcelain town, has 400years history. Imari is most notable because of Imari porcelain,

which is the European collectors’ name for Japanese porcelain wares made in the town of

Arita, Saga-prefecture.

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Kashima

Located about 60 kilometers southwest of Saga-city. It borders the Ariake Sea to the

east and Nagasaki-prefecture to the southwest.

Feature sightseeing spot is Yutoku Inari Shrine and also Sake brewery visiting are recommended.

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Featured tours  

Saga-prefecture

・ Saga-city one-day tour 

・ Takeo & Yutoku Inari Shrine one-day tour

・ Karatsu & Yobuko one-day tour

・ Arita & Imari one-day tour

Kyushu Round tours

・ 11 days Kyushu tour

・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour

・ 8 days Southern Kyushu tour

・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour

・ 7 days Central Kyushu tour

・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour

 

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Kashima travel guide

 

Kashima is located about 60 kilometers southwest of Saga City.

It borders the Ariake Sea to the east and Nagasaki Prefecture to the southwest.

Feature sightseeing spot is Yutoku Inari Shrine and also Sake brewery visiting

is recommended.

 

Sake Brewery

Sake Brewery

Ariake Sea

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Yutoku Inari Shrine

One of the most famous Inari shrines in Japan and located in Kashima-city, Saga-prefecture.

Dedicated to Inari, the deity whose messengers are foxes, it is the third largest of its kind

in Japan. It was constructed in 1688 as the family shrine of the Nabeshima clan who ruled

what would become the Saga area during the Edo period. ​​

The Shrine was used as a Shooting location of Thailand drama.

 

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 Location of Kashima

　 

 

 

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 General information  

 

Address	City hall : 2643-1 Nodomibun, Kashima-city, Saga-prefecture
Access	30 minutes by a vehicle from Takeo 40 minutes by a vehicle from Arita 50 minutes by a vehicle from Saga 80 minutes by a vehicle from Karatsu 90 minutes by a vehicle from Yobuko 100 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city 70 minutes by a vehicle from Nagasaki-city
Population	29,000   Population density 260

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6 days North-West Kyushu tour

 

This tour explores North-West Kyushu and visit a lot of featured tourist places in

Saga-prefecture, Nagasaki–prefecture  and Fukuoka-prefecture. 

 

Where to Explore  

 

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Tour conditions 

The tour is the private tour exclusively for your group.

・Minimum number : 4 person

・Maxum number : 30 person

・Tour date : please specify the date

・English, Chinese or Korean speaking guide is accompanied

・Chartered vehicle is utilized such as a taxi or bus as per number of person

    if you use a taxi, a foreign language (English, Chainese or Korean ) speaking driver

    can be arranged.  

・Accommodations is selected as per your required grade, room conditions and budget

    and the location is considered sightseeing, dinner and nightlife as well.

 

 

 

 

 

Where to explore

Saga is a prefecture in the northwestern part of Kyushu and is located next to Fukuoka-prefecture.

The north side faces Genkai Quasi-National Park with scenic coast line.

In the south, the Saga plain that is adjacent to Ariake Sea is spreading.

Karatsu Castle Karatsu Castle is called Dancing Crane Castle

Yobuko Asaichi Famous for Squid and Morning Market called Asaichi

Hado-misaki Cape Cape of Lovers’ sanctuary, the heart-shaped monument

Imari The porcelain town, has 400 years history

Arita Arita porcelain, bright, elegant pictures drawn in porcelain.

Takeo The Onsen resort, has 1200 years history

Saga-city Great contribution to the Japanese Industrial Revolution

Kashima Exciting experience, Sake brewery visiting

Yutoku Inari Shrine One of the most famous Inari shrines in Japan

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The city have many oversea countries cultures and also the significant Japanese histories

like no other areas. 

In addition to above features, the geographical conditions are creating fascinating tourism and

now many tourists are visiting here.

Historical features   The following had exprienced in Nagasaki

Natioanl isolation in Japan, Hidden Christian, Japan’s Industry modernization and Atomic bomb

 

Nagaaki Wharf  Elegant international & domestic  tourist harbour

Mount Inasa  Breathtaking panoramic view  of Nagasaki-city

Mount Inasa  One of the World’s three  beautiful night view

Oura Cathedral  The most significant Church,    Mother Teresa and Pope visited

Dejima    Only the trading port in Japan  during Natinal isolation

China Town  One of the three big China  town in Japan

Shimabara  Nature, Onsen, Castle town,  Christianity history, Gourmets

Shimabara Castle  Symbol of Shimabar, almost   rectangular flatland castle

Samurai Houses Even now, atmosphere in 18th   century is still remained

Unzen Highland Onsen Resort, seasonal colour makes beauty

Nita pass Magnificent scenery of mountain foot area & Ariake bay

Unzen jigoku White smoke rising from the ground over a wide area

Dinner at Tanga Market  : the traditional local food stall 

 

Kokura Castle Kitakyushu’s land mark, walking distance of Kokura Stations

Uomachi Shopping arcade Down town shopping street, various shops, restaurants, bars

Hiraodai Karst Plateau One of the three largest karst plateau in Japan

Kanmon-kyo Bridge The suspended bridge crossing the Kanmon Straits

Mojiko Retro The exotic district, former trading port coal and other products

Kanmon Pedstrian Tunnel Only the place in the world, can be crossed the strait on foot

World Heritage Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution

Higashida district The birth place of Steel making Industry in Japan

Mount Sarakura The most dynamic night view in the world

JR Hakata Station The largest and busiest JR train station in Kyushu

Sea Side Momochi The water-front resort area JR Hakata Station and Tenjin

Tenjin The biggest shopping district in Kyushu

Fukuoka City tour bus Fukuoka Open top bus tour, three courses for journey

Fukuoka Tower Japan’s highest coastal tower, magnificent view from the top

Tochoji Temple The oldest temple of the Shingon sect in Japan

Kushida Shrine Hakata Gion Yamagasa Festival is held in the shrine

Kawabata Shopping Arcade 400 m down town street, 100 shops and restaurants

Nakasu One of the largest entertainment district in western Japan