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
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.
Travelling route
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
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
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
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Elegant international & domestic tourist harbour |
Breathtaking panoramic view of Nagasaki-city |
One of the World’s three beautiful night view |
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UNESCO World Heritage, the largest number of visitor here |
Let’s make World Peace and everyone’s happiness |
Various gift shops, restaurants, Café lined the street |
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The most significant Church, Mother Teresa and Pope visited |
Only the trading port in Japan during Natinal isolation |
One of the three big China town in Japan |
Itinerary
Leave Hotel in Nagasaki
transfer to Shimabara
Shimabara Castle → Samurai Street
Lunch at Shimabara, local cuisine Guzoni or Rokubei
transfer to Unzen
Stay atUnzen Onsen Resort Japanese style Hotel, included dinner and breakfast
Dinner at Hotel : Japanese style kaiseki dinner included lacal spesiality cuisines
Where to explore
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.
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Nature, Onsen, Castle town, Christianity history, Gourmets. |
Symbol of Shimabar, almost rectangular flatland castle |
Even now, atmosphere in 18th century is still remained |
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.
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Highland Onsen Resort, different colour create seasonal beauty |
Magnificent scenery of mountain foot area & Ariake bay |
Unzen jigoku |
Itinerary
Leave Hotel in Unzen
transfer from Kuchinotsu port in Minami-Shimabara to Oniike port in Amakusa by a ferry boat
Exploring Amakusaincluding AmakusaCruise or dolphin watching
Lunch at Amakusa : local cuisine Amakusa sea food
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
Where to explore
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.
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9 inhabited islands & numerous islands floating on a tranquil sea |
Main islands are connected with Amakusa Five bridge, Pearl line |
Hidden Cristian site of Oe Cathesral and Sakitsu Village |
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The Castle in Amakusa Island built in 1605 |
One of the most exciting exprience in Amakusa |
Amakusa Onsen
There are two Onsen, Matsushima and Shimoda |
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.
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Appeal of the old castle town and convey the food, history and cultural traditions |
One of Japan’s three great Castle, built in 1600 |
Under restoration work, can be visited from the outside |
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Suizenji-koen Park of Japan |
The largest shopping district in Kumamoto-prefecture |
Main destinations are connected from JR Kumamoto Station |
Day 4 Ibusuki & Satsuma Peninsula
Transfer to Kagoshima-prefecture
Lunch at Tosenkyo : Somen Noddle Nagashi
Meijigura Shochu Brewery → Nishi-oyanaJR Station, the southern most JR Station in Japan
RyuguShrine → NagasakibanaCape → enjoy the sand bath at Ibusuki
Stay at Ibusuki OnsenResort, Japanese style Hotel, included dinner and breakfast
Dinner at Hotel : Japanese style kaiseki dinner included lacal spesiality cuisines
To the west lies the East China Sea, while to the east it faces the Osumi Peninsula across
Kagoshima Bay. Near the southern tip of the peninsula is the 924-metre Mount Kaimon
and the Ibusuki Hot Spring representing Kyushu.
It is best known for its steaming sand baths along the beach, where bathers in a yukata,
or Japanese bathrobe
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Sand bath hall, changing room shower facilities |
Steam Sand bath facing to Kinko Bay |
Enjoy taking Steam Sand bath |
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The legendary monster “Isshi” purported to live in the lake |
Serving cold Somen noodle, swim in the revloving container |
Enjoy tasting Shochu at the time-honored Brewery |
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A power spot of matchmaking and good fortune in love. |
the southernmost point of Satsuma peninsula |
The southernmost railway station in Japan |
Itinerary
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
Where to explore
Samurai Residence were built about 250 years ago. Their gardens are beautiful
desighned, with Mt. Hahaga-dake as the background.
Chiran Peace Museum for the Kamikaze Pilots exhibits precious materials such as pictures,
letters, wills, articles and memontos of the 1,036 Kamikaze pilots based in Chiran
The beautul gardens at residence shows the history.
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Time back to 200 years ago, 800m long street and residences |
The beautul gardens at residence shows the history |
The museum is located at former Chiran zero-sen airbase |
Kagoshima-city is the southernmost major city in Kyushu which can see Sakura-jima Island
which raises the smoke across the Kagoshima Bay.
Kagoshima prospered in the Edo period as a castle town.
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The time-honored Japanese garden made by Shimazu lord |
Renown Shimazu feudal lord’s house in Sengan-en |
Industrial Revolution |
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Still active volcano, the dynamic rising white smoke |
The highest observatory, 360 degree panoramic view |
The Oservatory fomed by lava with 1km path |
Day 6 Kirishima &Nishinan & Miyazaki
Itinerary
Leave Hotel in Kirishima Onsen Resort
Visit Krishima jingu Shrine
Transfer to Nichinan
Exploring Nichinan and Miyazakii : to be selected three places where you want to visit
Toi Cape → Udo Shrine → Obi Castle Ruins → Nichinan Coast ; Horikiri Pass
Stay at Miyazaki, Western style Hotel, included breakfast
Dinner at Miyazaki-city, local speciality Cuisines
Where to explore
Located in the northeastern part of Kagoshima and is the entrance to the Kirishima
district of Kirishima Yaku National Park.
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Constructed in 1715, at the Kirishima mountain foot |
One of the most beautiful Shrine in Kyushu |
High land Onsen Resort at the mountain foot of Kirishima |
Facing the Pacific Ocean with a beautiful coastline contains placed of natural beauty,
like Aoshima and Toi-misaki Cape.
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Wlild horses are living on the gentle hills at Cape |
Exciting Shine, located the cave of the cliff side,the Pacific Ocean |
The dynamic Castle, moss-covered stone walls |
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Japan’s own replica of Moai Statues |
60m altitude pass, look down at view of the Pacific Ocean |
The oldest and most important shrine in the Miyazaki-city |
Itinerary
Leave Hotel in Miyazaki
Transfer to Hyuga
Exploring Hyuga ; Cruz Sea, Umagase and Mimitsu
transfer to Takachiho
Lunch at Takachiho ; local cuisine of Takachiho
Exploring Takachiho ; TakachihoGorge, TakachihoShrine and Amano Iwato Shrine
Stay at Takachiho , Japanese style Hotel, included denner and breakfast
Japanese style kaiseki dinner included lacal spesiality cuisines
Where to explore
A bay city, facing the Hyuga nada Sea. The whole area along Cape Hyuga with
its many exposed rocks is designated as the Nippo-Kaigan Quasi-National Park. Umagase at
the top of Cape Hyuga-misaki is a precipitous cliff of pillar-like rock, towering as high as 70m.
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Your Wishes come true Cross shaped rock her |
Intricate waterways sandwiched between cliffs with 70 m high |
Port town, the atmosphere of the 19th century is still remained |
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.
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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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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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.
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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
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.
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Enjoy the magnificent scenery of Aso by Minami Aso Railway |
The perfect spot view of Aso region, Caldera & Mount Aso |
The beautiful prairie of 785,000 square meter in the crater |
The largest active volcano in Japan, and is among the largest in the world. Its peak is 1592 m
above sea evel. Its caldera is 25 km across north to south and 18 km across east to west.
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Mt. Aso, around the Crater |
Look down the Crater |
Nakadake Crater |
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One of the oldest and most prominent shrines in Japan |
The best placesto enjoy the atmosphere of real Japan |
Very unique waterfalls, can be climbed behind the falls |
Day 9 Yufuin & Beppu via Okubungo region
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
Stay at Beppu, Western style Hotel, included breakfast
Dinner at Beppu Onsen town, local speciality Cuisines
Where to explore
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.
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A magnificent and beautiful scenery of Kuju plateau |
Yamanami Highway, best driving route enjoy Nature |
Japan’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge, world’s 2nd |
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.
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Gentle mount Yufu can be seen graceful Onsen Resort |
In front of JR Yufuin Station |
70 shops, gift shops, galleries curiosity item shops, cafes |
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The old public outdoor mixed bath with a thatched |
The landmark in Yufuin, hot water gushes from the bottom |
Reproduced the townscape of the Cotswold region in England |
The popular hot spring town nestle at the foot of volcanos, Mt. Yufu and Mt. Tsurumi.
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Japan’s largest hot water yield Onsen facing to Bappu bay |
The highest place Onsen district, many old style public bathes |
One of the most popular Onsen district in Beppu |
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collection of hot spring,the water bubbles forth from underground |
Bathing can be enjoy without ex take all clothing off |
About 1700 wild Japanese monkey are living |
Day 10 Kitakyushu-city
Itinerary
Leave Hotel in Beppu
Transfer to Kitakyushu
Visit KukuraCastle
Lunch at Kokura : local cuisine of Kitakyushu-city
Exploring Kitakyushu-city
MjikoRetro → Konamon Pedstrian tunnel → UNESCO World HeritageinHigashida district
Mount Sarakura : enjoy beautiful sunset and the three Major Night View in Japan
Stay at Kitakyushu-city, Western style Hotel,included breakfast
Dinner at Kitakyushu-city, local speciality Cuisines
The city is the Industrial Innovation city greatly contributed to Japan’s Industrial modernization.
Now Kitakyushu offers a lot of sightseeing spots such as scenic beauty places,
UNESCO World Heritage site, industrial heritages, placed introduce cultures of people living there,
and various historic sites.
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Kitakyushu’s land mark, walking distance of Kokura Stations |
Down town shopping street, various shops, restaurants, bars |
one of the three largest karst plateau in Japan |
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The exotic district, former trading port coal and other products |
Only the place in the world, |
Selected as a beautiful place of the real world 10 |
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Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution |
The birth place of Steel making Industry in Japan |
The Three Major night view in Japan |
Transfer to Fukuoka-city
Exploring Fukuoka-city
Stay in Fukuoka-city, Western style Hotel, includedbreakfast
Dinner at Fukuoka-city, localspeciality Cuisines
Where to explore
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 bub 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.
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The largest and busiest JR train station in Kyushu |
The water-front resort area JR Hakata Station and Tenjin |
The biggest shopping district in Kyushu |
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Fukuoka Open top bus tour, three courses for journey |
Japan’s highest coastal tower, magnificent view from the top |
The oldest temple of the Shingon sect in Japan |
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Hakata Gion Yamagasa Festival is held in the shrine |
400 m down town street, 100 shops and restaurants |
One of the largest entertainment district in western Japan |
Featured tours
Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour
Should you need further information please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail at info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897 , Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
Kyushu Travel Guide
Kyushu is the third largest island of Japan and most southwesterly of its four main islands
and Kyushu consists of 8 prefectures included Ikinawa-prefecture.
The Kyushu Travel Guide provides information of 7 prefectures on the main island Kyushu.
Fukuoka-prefecture Saga-prefecture Naasaki-prefecture Oita-prefecture
Kumamoto-prefecture Miyazaki-prefecture Kagoshima-prefecture
Kyushu is the destination like a Treasure Chest of Japan
We have prepared tourist information shown on this site based on our own investigations
by visiting each destinations, tourist attractions, restaurants, shops, facilities and other places.
Further more, featured tourist destinations as well as numerous hidden gems shown
by photos which are taken by us.
What and where to enjoy
・Unique experiences : 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, Omuta, Kumamoto
Saga, Nagasaki, Kagoshima
・UNESCO World Heritage / Hidden Christian Sites: Nagasaki, Shimabara, Unzen, Amakusa
・UNESCO World Heritage / the Sacred Island Okinoshiam and Associated sites
Munakata, Oshima island, Fukutsu
・Japanese Cultural Historical sites : Nagasaki, Shimabara, Kumamoto, Chiran, Kagoshima,
Kirishima, Obi, Mimitsu, Takachiho, Aso, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-city
Prefecture map
Japan’s southernmost Kyushu Island consists of seven
prefectures shown on the map.
Red letter indicate prefecture
Black letter indicate destination
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Fukuoka-city is the Heart of Kyushu, the energetic city bustling as the center of Kyushu’s politics, economy culture and fashion |
Kitakyushu is the second largest city in Kyushu. World leading Environmental Future city, and blessed with spectacular & stunning nature. |
Dazaifu is must visit place in Fukuoka-prefecture has 1300 years history, featured spot is Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine |
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Itoshima is the nearest Resort town from Fukuoka-city. The ara is surrounded Genkai Sea and Seburi Mountain. |
Yanagawa is a Castle town with a beautiful Canals in the town. Canal boat cruise is the most exiting experience. |
UNESCO World Heritage towns, |
| Asakura | Ukiha | Yame |
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Asakura is a thriving area of agriculture with rich nature. Harazuru is a Onsen Resort |
Ukiha blessed with nature where many orchards spread out in the Chikugo plain. Must visit place Yoshii-machi, the time-honored scenery, back to 100 years ago. |
Yame including Hoshino Village is the representative town of Japanese Tea cultication. Also Yame is the Centre of |
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Saga–city is known as the plece where it has made a great contribution to the Japanese Industrial Revolution |
Karatsu was prospered from ancient times as an important trading port, Yobuko famous for fresh squid cuisines |
Takeo is a Onsen Resort, located west of Saga–city, and has 1200 years history
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| Arita | Imari | Kashima |
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Arita is famous for Arita porcelain, one of the traditional handicrafts of Japan, has 400 years old history. |
Imari is most notable because of Imari porcelain. Okawachiyama porcelain district is recommended to visit |
Kashima is southern part of Saga, facing to Ariake sea, Yutoku Inari Shrine is one of the famous Inari shrine in Japan |
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Nagasaki has many oversea countries cultures and the significant Japanese histories. |
Unzen is a gentle Onsen Resort situated in the Unzen National Park. The Resort area was originally developed for foreigners as a place close to |
Shimabara spreads in the foot of Mount Unzen and facing to Ariake Sea. The region offers various things ; Castle town, Onsen, Nature and UNESCO |
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Sasebo is the town surrounded azure sea with breathtaking 99 islands scenery, and beautiful theme park |
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Beppu is the Japan’s most popular Onsen Resort, the exciting experiences are recommended |
Yufuin is a beautiful and tranquil Onsen Resort harmonized with nature. Yunotsubo Avenue , Kinrinko lake and Yufuin Floral Village are worth to travel |
Kunisaki peninsula is located north-east side of Oita-prefecture ; Trekking and onsen can be enjoed. Tashibu-no-sho is listed on the World Agricultural Heritage. |
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Usa & Ajimu is located at the base of Kunisaki peninsula and spreading around Usa Shrine. it has long been holy ground to both Shinto & Buddhist activities |
Nakatsu is a Castle town, Yabakei offers dynamic rock formations at the valleys along Yamakuni River |
Okubungo is a Nature-blessed region at Ono River basin, the northern part is surrounded by Aso & Kuju Mountains |
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Kumamoto is the third largest city in Kyushu.Must visit place the three great castle in Japan |
Aso gives unforgettable experiences, the active volcano Mount Aso and world’s largest caldera offer a lot of excitements |
Kurokawa Onsen is one of the best places to enjoy the atmosphere of old fashioned Onsen in Japan. |
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Amakusa is an archipelago located west side of Kumamoto, beautiful landscape, seafood & local delicacis, marine activities |
Hitoyoshi is a castle town along rapid stream Kuma river, Onsen resort, river boat riding, steam locomotive, limestone cave. |
Minamata is located west coast of Kyushu and faces Amakusa islands; beautiful landscape, sea food, Onsen resorts |
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Takachiho has the dynamic Takachiho Gorge and and the birthplace of Japanese mythology, Takachiho shrine |
Hyuga offers spectacle art collection of exposed Rocks created by raging wave of Hyuga Sea, Japanese traditional fishery port Mimitsu |
Miyazaki & Nichinan facing to Pacific Ocean, subtropical region; Ocean Resorts, wild animal, historical places, beautiful landscape |
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Kagoshima largest city in Southern Kyushu and greatly contributed modernization of Japan. UNESCO World Heritage site & Active volcano Sakura-jima are to be visited. |
Ibusuki is the Onsen Resort is most famous for Sand bath place in Japam located at a sand in Kinko bay. Many unique tourist attractions in Satsuma peninsula can be offered. |
Chiran called a small Kyoto in Kagoshima, offer a fine collection of Samurai houses and gardens. Another featured place to be visited is Chiran Peace Museum for the Kamikaze Pilots
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Kirishima is an Onsen Resort located in the mountain foot of Kirishima. Kirishima Shrine is one of the most beautiful shrine in Kyushu surrounded by forest. |
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Private Itineraries
We have various Kyushu Tour sample Itinerary for your journey and we can create
your customized private tour based on tour sample itineraries in condideration of your requirement.
Fukuoka-city is the starting poing for all the featured destinations in Kyushu.
We have prepare the two type of Itineraries ;Short tours and Kyushu Round tours.
Short tours
Short duration journey shows the tours within 3 days, travelling featured destinations in
Fukuoka-prefecture and near Fukuoka-prefecture.
・ Kitakyushu-city one-day tour
・ Kawachi Wisteria garden & Kitakyushu-city one-day tour
・ Kitakyushu / UNESCO Industry Revolution one-day tour
・ Yanagawa & Dazaifu one-day tour
・ Munakata & Fukutsu / UNESCO Sacred region one-day tour
・ Munakata, Oshiama & Okinoshima / UNESCO Sacred region one-day tour
・ Toho village, Asakura Ukiha one-day tour
・ Yoshii & Yanagawa Hina doll festival one-day tour
・ Kurume & Yame region one-day tour
・ Takeo & Yutoku Inari Shrine one-day tour
・ Karatsu & Yobuko one-day tour
・ Nagasaki / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites one-day tour
・ Nagasaki / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 3 days tour
・ Nagasaki / UNESCO Industrial Revolution one-day tour
・ Shimabara & Unzen 2 days tour
・ Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch one-day tour
・ Yufuin & Beppu Onsen 2 days tour
Kumamoto-prefecture & Miyazaki-prefecture
・ Kumamoto, Aso and Takachiho 3 days tour
・ Aso and Takachiho / Dynamic Nature 2 days tour
・ Amakusa / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 2 days tour
Kyushu Round tours
Kyushu Round tours shows the long duration tours travelling the featured destinations
in Kyushu.
・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour
Should you need further information please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail atinfo@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897, Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
Amano Iwato Shrine
Amano Iwato Shrine
Takachiho is the site of one of the best known 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.
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All of the other gods and goddesses gathered to lure her out.
They tried everything they could think of to no avail until one goddess performed an outrageously ribald
dance that caused the other gods to roar with laughter. Amaterasu left the cave to see what all the fun
was about, and in doing so she returned her light to the world.
About ten kilometers outside of central Takachiho, Amano Iwato Shrine was built near the cave where
Amaterasu is said to have hid herself away.
The cave cannot be approached, however, there is an observation deck behind the shrine’s main
building from where you can gaze across the river.
In order to access the observation deck, you need to inquire at the shrine entrance, and a priest will
give you a quick guided tour.
This is said to be the cave where the gods and goddesses met to discuss their strategy of luring
Amaterasu out of hiding. The natural beauty of the cave and river lined by countless stacks of
stones make Amano Yasukawara a place not to miss.
Location of Takachiho
General information
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1073-1 Amano-iwato, Takachiho-cho, Nishi-Usuki-gun, Miyazaki-prefecture |
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120 minutes by a vehicle from Kumamoto IC 150 minutes by a vehicle from Oita IC 150 minutes by a vehicle from Miyazaki |
Featured tours
Miyazaki-prefecture & Kumamoto-prefecture
・ Kumamoto, Aso and Takachiho 3 days tour
・ Aso and Takachiho / Dynamic nature 2 days tour
・ Amakusa / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 2 days tour
Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour
Should you need further information please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail at info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897, Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
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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Today this legend is reenacted as Yokagura in a series of 33 episodes depicting the divine quarrel as
well as other deeds of the gods. On winter weekends, people gather to watch all-night performances of
these episodes at different locations each week, sometimes at private homes.
The performances are held on Saturday evenings from mid November to mid February.
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A massively shortened version of Takachiho Yokagura is performed for tourists every night throughout
the year at the Takachiho Shrine. The one-hour show consists of just a few scenes of the story,
performed by masked dancers and accompanied by traditional instrument. It is held at the Yokagura
performance hall, just a few steps from the shrine’s main building.
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Location of Takachiho
General information
| Address |
1037 Mitai, Takachiho-cho, Nishi-Usuki-gun, Miyazaki-prefecture |
| Access |
100 minutes by a vehicle from Kumamoto IC 130 minutes by a vehicle from Oita IC 130 minutes by a vehicle from Miyazaki |
Featured tours
Miyazaki-prefecture & Kumamoto-prefecture
・ Kumamoto, Aso and Takachiho 3 days tour
・ Aso and Takachiho / Dynamic nature 2 days tour
・ Amakusa / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 2 days tour
Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour
Should you need further information please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail at info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897, Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
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. There are two perspectives from
which to enjoy the gorge. The first is from below which is done by rowing down the river. Rental boats are
available at the south end of the gorge, and the water is calm and easy to navigate.
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There are two perspectives from which to enjoy the gorge. The first is from below which is done by
rowing down the river. Rental boats are available at the south end of the gorge, and the water is calm
and easy to navigate. This highly recommended route offers a close up view of the cliffs and waterfall.
Exploring Takachiho Gorge
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Location of Takachiho
General information
| Address |
Mitai-oshioi, Takachiho-cho, Nishi-Usuki-gun, Miyazaki-prefecture |
| Access |
100 minutes by a vehicle from Kumamoto IC 130 minutes by a vehicle from Oita IC 130 minutes by a vehicle from Miyazaki |
Featured tours
Miyazaki-prefecture & Kumamoto-prefecture
・ Kumamoto, Aso and Takachiho 3 days tour
・ Aso and Takachiho / Dynamic nature 2 days tour
・ Amakusa / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 2 days tour
Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour
Should you need further information please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail at info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897, Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
Takachiho travel guide
Takachiho offers dynamic and beautiful Takachiho Gorge and
here is the birthplace of 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.
Enjoy the dynamic and beautiful nature of Takachioho Gorge and
find the roots of Japanese culture in the birth place of Japanese mythology.
A 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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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. In the evening, you can enjoy the Yokagura Dance.
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About ten kilometers outside of central Takachiho the Shrine was built near the cave where
Amaterasu is said to have hid herself away. The cave cannot be approached, however,
there is an observation deck behind the shrine’s main building.
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Highlight
Kagura
Kagura is a sacred song and dance for god, and is a Japanese word referring to specific
type of Shinto theatrical dance with roots arguably predating those Noh.
A massively shortened version of Takachiho Yokagura is performed for tourists every night
throughout the year at the Takachiho Shrine.
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Location of Takachiho
General information
| Address | Town hall : 13 Mitai, Takachiho-cho, Nishi-usuki-gun, Miyazaki-prefecture |
| Access |
1 hour and 10 minutes by a vehicle from Aso-city 1 hour and 50 minutes by a vehicle from Kumamoto-city 2 hours and 50 minutes by a vehicle from Nichinan-city 2 hours and 10 minutes by a vehicle from Miyazaki-city 1 hour and 15 minutes by a vehicle from Hyuga-city |
| Population | 13,600 Population density 50 |
Featured tours
Miyazaki-prefecture & Kumamoto-prefecture
・ Kumamoto, Aso and Takachiho 3 days tour
・ Aso and Takachiho / Dynamic Nature 2 days tour
・ Amakusa / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 2 days tour
Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour
Should you need further information please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail at info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897 , Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
8 days Southern Kyushu tour
This tour explores Southern Kyushu in Miyazaki-prefecture and Kagoshima-prefecture
and introduced a lot of unique and featured tourist places are introduced.
Start and end of the tour is Fukuoka-city .
Where to Explore
Fukuoka-city → Ibusuki → Satsuma Peninsula → Kagoshima ＆ Osumi Peninsula
Kirishima → Nichinan & Miyazaki → Hyuga → Takachiho → Fukuoka-city
Tour condition
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.
Travelling route
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 ;
Sand bath, Wild horse watching, Foot bath, Sake brewery, Fruits picking.
・Dynamic and beautiful Nature ; Satsuma Peninsula, Sakurajima Island, Takachiho,
Nichinam and Hyuga
・Onsen xperience : Ibusuki
・UESCO World Heritage / Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution: Kagoshima
・Japanese Cultural Historical sites : Chiran, Kagoshima, Kirishima, Obi, Mimitsu, Takachiho
Itinerary
Day1 Ibusuki
Itinerary
Depart Fukuoka-city
Trasfer to Hitoyoshi
Lunch at Hitoyoshi ; local cuisine in Hitoyoshi
Transfer toIbusuki
Experience of steam sand bath
Stay at Ibusuki , Japanese style Hotel, included dinner and breakfast
Dinner at Hotel : Japanese style kaiseki dinner included lacal spesiality cuisines
A hot spring resort representing Kyushu, and is located in Kagoshima-prefecture along
It is best known for its steaming sand baths along the beach, where bathers in a yukata,
or Japanese bathrobe
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Sand bath hall, changing room shower facilities |
Steam Sand bath facing to Kinko Bay |
Enjoy taking Steam Sand bath |
Day 2 Satsuma Peninsua
Itinerary
Leave Hotel in Ibusuki
Exploring Satsuma Peninsula
Ryugu Shrine and Nagasakibana Cape
Makurazaki Osakana Center and Meiji-gura Shochu Brewery
Lunch at Tosenkyo : Somen noodel nagashi
Transfer to Chiran
Exploring Chiran including Samurai Residence and Chiran Peace Museum
Transfer to Kagoshima
Stay in Kagoshima, Western style Hotel, included breakfast
Dinner at Kagoshima-city, local speciality Cuisines
Where to explore
The Satsuma Peninsula which projects south from the southwest part of Kyushu.
To the west lies the East China Sea, while to the east it faces the Osumi Peninsula across
Kagoshima Bay. Near the southern tip of the peninsula is the 924-metre Mount Kaimon
and the hot springs of Ibusuki Hot Spring.
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The legendary monster “Isshi” purported to live in the lake |
Serving cold Somen noodle, swim in the revloving container |
Enjoy tasting Shochu at the time-honored Brewery |
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A power spot of matchmaking and good fortune in love. |
The southernmost point of Satsuma peninsula |
The southernmost railway station in Japan |
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Time back to 200 years ago, 800m long street & residences |
The beautul gardens at residence shows the history |
The museum is located at former Chiran zero-sen airbase |
Itinerary
Leave hotel in Kagoshima
Exploring Kagoshima-city
Sengan-en Garden and Shoko Shuseikan ( UNESCO World Heritage site )
Transfer to Sakura-jima Island by Sakura-jima Ferry
Exploring Sakura-jima Island
Transfer to Kirishima
Visit Black Vinegar factory in Kirishima
Stay at Kirishima Onsen Resort, Japanese style Hotel, included dinner and breakfast
Dinner at Hotel : Japanese style kaiseki dinner included lacal spesiality cuisines
Where to explore
Kagoshima-city is the southernmost major city in Kyushu which can see Sakura-jima Island
which raises the smoke across the Kagoshima Bay.
Kagoshima prospered in the Edo period as a castle town.
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The time-honored Japanese garden made by Shimazu lord |
Renown Shimazu feudal lord’s house in Sengan-en |
World Heritage, Meiji Japan’s Industrial Revolution |
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Still active volcano, the dynamic rising white smoke |
The highest observatory, 360 degree panoramic view |
Sata The Oservatory fomed by lava with 1km path |
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The southernmost Cape of main land Japan at 31′ 00″ latitude |
The Cape is home to many sub-tropical flowers
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The Fukuyama area, home to the Japanese black vinegar |
Day 4 Kirishima & Nichinan & Miyazaki
Itinerary
Leave Hotel in Kirishima Onsen Resort
Visit Krishima jingu Shrine
Transfer to Nichinan
Exploring Nichinan and Miyazakii : to be selected three places where you want to visit
Toi Cape → Udo Shrine → Obi Castle Ruins → Nichinan Coast, Horikiri Pass
Stay at Miyazaki, Western style Hotel, included breakfast
Dinner at Miyazaki-city, local speciality Cuisines
Where to explore
Kirishima
Located in the northeastern part of Kagoshima and is the entrance to the Kirishima
district of Kirishima Yaku National Park.
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Constructed in 1715, at the Kirishima mountain foot |
One of the most beautiful Shrine in Kyushu |
High land Onsen Resort at the mountain foot of Kirishima |
Facing the Pacific Ocean with a beautiful coastline contains placed of natural beauty,
like Aoshima and Toi-misaki Cape.
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Wlild horses are living on the gentle hills at Cape |
Exciting Shine, located the cave of the cliff side,the Pacific Ocean |
The dynamic Castle, moss-covered stone walls |
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Japan’s own replica of Moai Statues |
60m altitude pass, look down at view of the Pacific Ocean |
The oldest and most important shrine in the Miyazaki-city |
Day 5 Hyuga
Itinerary
Leave Hotel in Miyazaki
Transfer to Hyuga
Exploring Hyuga Cape
Lunch at Hyuga : local cuisine in Miyazaki
Transfer to Takachiho
Stay in Takachiho, Japanese style Hotel, included dinner and breakfast
Japanese style kaiseki dinner included lacal spesiality cuisines
Where to explore
A bay city, facing the Hyuga nada Sea. The whole area along Hyuga Cape with its many
exposed rocks is designated as the Nippo-Kaigan Quasi-National Park.
Umagase at the top of Hyuga Cape is a precipitous cliff of pillar-like rock, towering as high as 70m.
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Dynamic scenic beauty area facing to Hyuga bay |
Your Wishes come true Cruze Sea obsevatory |
Cross shaped rock, the narrow terrain eroded by rivers |
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Intricate waterways sandwiched between cliffs with 70 m high |
Port town, the atmosphere of the 19th century is still remained |
A complex leisure facility with Onsen facilities and road stations |
Day 6 Takachiho
Itinerary
Leave Hotel in Takachiho
Exploring Takachiho
Takachiho Shrine → Takachiho Gorge → Amano Iwato Shrine
Lunch at Takachiho : local cuisine in Takachiho
Transfer to Fukuoka–city
Stay at Fukuoka-city, Western style Hotel, includedbreakfast
Dinner at Fukuoka-city, local speciality Cuisines
Where to explore
Takachiho offers dynamic and powerful Takachiho Gorge and birthplace of 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.
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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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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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.
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Day 7 Fukuoka-city
Itinerary
Leave Hotel
Exploring Fukuoka-city
Lunch : local cuisine in Fukuoka-city
Stay in Fukuoka-city , Western style Hotel, includedbreakfast
Dinner at Fukuoka-city, local speciality Cuisines
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 bub 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.
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The largest and busiest JR train station in Kyushu |
The water-front resort area JR Hakata Station and Tenjin |
The biggest shopping district in Kyushu |
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Fukuoka Open top bus tour, three courses for journey |
Japan’s highest coastal tower, magnificent view from the top |
The oldest temple of the Shingon sect in Japan |
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Hakata Gion Yamagasa Festival is held in the shrine |
400 m down town street, 100 shops and restaurants |
One of the largest entertainment district in western Japan |
Day 8 Leave Fukuoka-city to Home
Featured Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour
Should you need further information or assistances and please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail at info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897
Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address
AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
Kumamoto, Aso and Takachiho 3 days tour
The tour covers the major tourist destinations in the Central Kyushu.
The areas to be traveled including Takachiho formed huge caldera eruptions occurring
over a rage of 90,000 to 300,000 years ago.
As the result of the history of the earth, dynamic scenic beauty where you never seen before
can be enjoyed at any places during the tour.
And also, Takachiho is known as birth place of Japanese mythology,
Travelling route
Day 1 : Fukuoka-city → Kumamoto → Aso → stay at Kurokawa Onsen
Day 2 : Aso sightseeing → stay at Kurokawa Onsen
Day 3 : Takachiho sightseeing → Fukuoka-city
General condition
・Departure and disbandment place is in Fukuoka-city
・Chartered vehicle is used
・Stay at Kurokawa Onsen
・Other recommended Onsen resorts to be stayed
Uchinomaki Onsen, Oda Onsen, Shirakawa Onsen
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.
Day 1
Itinerary
Depart Fukuoka-city → transfer to Kumamoto ( 100 minutes)
Sight seeing Kumamoto : Kumamoto Castle and Suizenji-koen Park
Transfer to Aso
Stay at Kurokawa Onsen
Where to explore
The Castle is one of the three great castles and one of the 100 best places in Japan to
view cherry blossoms. Due to the Earthquakes in 2016, several of the castle’s shacihoko ornaments
were destroyed, and a large number of kawara tiles also fell from the roof. Now the restoration activities
are being performed as fast as possible. Now, the Kumamoto Castle can be seen from the outside of
the moats surrounding the castle.
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Imitated the beautiful scenery of Japan, is a refined circular garden of Momoyama period style and
represents the 53 Stations of the Tokaido Road including Mt. Fuji.
The fresh springs in the garden release clean, cold water, which flows there from Mount Aso via
underground currents.
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A Mecca for tourists visiting Aso, Daikanbo literally means a big observatory peak.
The circumference of the Aso caldera is about 130 kilometers. From the observation site, you can
clearly see its conical shape.
Early in the morning, the clouds had spread out below us, and hung over the caldera as if they
were a large sea.
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Over view from Daikanbo
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At the top
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Observatory place
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One of the most popular hot spring resort, located on the northern side of Mt. Aso .
Widely known for its open-air baths, it is one of the best places to enjoy the atmosphere of
old town in Japan, where more than 20 inns（Ryokan）and gift shops standing in a row
along the Tanoharu River, a headstream of the Chikugo River.
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Day 2
Itinerary
Depart Kurokawa Onsen
Nabegataki Waterfalls → Kusasenri-ga-hama → Mount Aso, Nakadake
Stay at Kurokawa Onsen
Where to explore
The hidden tourist spot in Kumamoto prefecture, located just outside Oguni town in Aso region.
One of the area’s more well-known waterfalls. Looking like a mini-Niagara.
It is very unique waterfalls, you can actually clim b behind the falls to see how the water has
carved out the rock over the year.
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The beautiful prairie of 785,000 square meter in the crater
Spreads in northern part of Mt. Eboshi that is one of the Aso Five Mountains.
A big pond at its center and grazing horses round about make an idyllic scene.
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The largest active volcano in Japan
Its peak is 1592 m above sea level. Its caldera is 25 km across north to south and 18 km
across east to west.
The caldera has a circumference of around 120 km, although sources vary on the exact distance.
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Japan’s largest active volcano
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Look down the Crater | Around the Crater |
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Day 3
Itinerary
Check out Kurokawa Onsen
transfer to Takachiho
Sightseening Takachiho : Takachiho Gorge , Takachiho Shrine , Amano Iwato Shrine
Back to Fukuoka-city
Where to explore
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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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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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.
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Featured tours
Kumamoto-prefecture & Miyazaki-prefecture tours
・ Kumamoto, Aso and Takachiho 3 days tour
・ Aso and Takachiho / Dynamic Nature 2 days tour
・ Amakusa / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 2 days tour
Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour
Should you need further information please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail at info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897, Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
Miyazaki & Nichinan travel guide
Miyazaki & Nichinan are facing the Pacific Ocean with a beautiful coastline
contains placed of natural beauty, like Aoshima and Toi-misaki Cape.
Also, on the Hitotsuba Beach of Miyazaki-city are Ocean Dome, 700 hectare
all-weather indoor water park, and Miyazaki Sea Gaia, a comprehensive resort
complex complete with a wildlife park, golf courses and hotels.
Beautiful and exciting Shine, located the cave of the cliff side facing the Pacific Ocean.
In legend, a goddess of sea built a hut to give birth to a great god here.
Then it is said that Empress Suiko (554-628) built the shrine there.
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The suggested sightseeing spot in Nichinan.
The 60m altitude pass allows you to look down at a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean.
The coastline here is lined with rocks that have been worn away by the waves splashing
against them, as well as beautiful phoenix palm trees.
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Wlild horses are living here. Gentle hills extend, and you can observe wild horses, called Misaki-uma,
living and grazing there. It is said that the Misaki-uma are the descendants of army horses left grazing
and which became wild 300 years ago.
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The moss-covered stone walls, broad stone steps in front of the Ote-mon main gate, moat ruin,
and old samurai residences all bring back the past. The Matsuo-no-Maru residence and Ote-mon
have been reconstructed using the treasured Obi cedar wood.
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Japan’s own replica of Moai Statues.
Enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean, the Sun Messe Nichinan has
replicas of the Moai statues from the Easter Island placed here and there in the area.
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Miyazaki Shrine is the oldest and most important shrine in the city.
Dedicated to Emperor Jimmu, the mythical first emperor of Japan, it is said to have been
established over 2600 years ago.
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Night life Miyazaki
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Location of Miyazaki & Nichinan
Featured tours
Miyazaki-prefecture & Kumamoto-prefecture
・ Kumamoto, Aso and Takachiho 3 days tour
・ Aso and Takachiho / Dynamic Nature 2 days tour
・ Amakusa / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 2 days tour
Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour
Should you need further information please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
You can also contact us by e-mail at info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com
Tel : +81-93-521-8897 , Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
Hyuga travel guide
Spectacle art collection of exposed Rocks created by raging wave
Hyuga is a bay city, facing the Hyuga nada Sea.
The whole area along Cape Hyuga- misaki with its many exposed rocks is designated
as the Nippo-Kaigan Quasi-National Park. Umagase at the top of Cape Hyuga-misaki is
a precipitous cliff of pillar-like rock, towering as high as 70m.
Your dream come true here
The Cruz Sea is an area of ocean that appears to have a cross in it when viewed
from an observatory. This cape is known as a ria coast; the “cross shape” was created
by the narrow terrain here being eroded by rivers, resulting in a cross-shaped sea route.
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Exciting scenery created by raging wave of Hyuga Sea
The coastline here is a ria coastline, marked by intricate waterways sandwiched between cliffs.
The cliffs here are 70m high and the waves’ splashing against them is an enchanting sight.
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Let’s meet the old days of Japan
The area in the city is designated a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Historic
buildings, and there remain much of the atmosphere of the 19th century, including buildings of old
times, earthen walls, and stone pavements.
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Recreation facilities faceing to Hyuga Sea
It is located along national road 10 in the southern part of Hyuga. It is a complex leisure
facility with hot spring facilities and road stations Hyuga, restaurants and camping grounds.
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Location of Hyuga
General information
| Address | City hall : 10-5 Honmachi, Hyuga-city, Miyazaki-prefecture |
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1 hour and 10 minutes by a vehicle from Miyazaki-city 1 hour and 10 minutes by a vehicle from Takachiho 1 hour and 50 minutes by a vehicle from Nichinan-city 2 hours and 10 minutes by a vehicle from Kirishima-city 2 hours and 50 minutes by a vehicle from Kagoshima-city |
Featured tours
Miyazaki-prefecture & Kumamoto-prefecture
・ Kumamoto, Aso and Takachiho 3 days tour
・ Aso and Takachiho / Dynamic Nature 2 days tour
・ Amakusa / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 2 days tour
Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-West Kyushu tour
・ 6 days North-Eest Kyushu tour
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Tel : +81-93-521-8897, Fax : +81-93-521-8898
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture