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
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 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
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
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.
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Karatsu Castle is called Dancing Crane Castle |
Famous for Squid and Morning Market called Asaichi |
Cape of Lovers’ sanctuary, the heart-shaped monument |
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The porcelain town, has 400 years history |
Arita porcelain, bright, elegant pictures drawn in porcelain. |
The Onsen resort, has 1200 years history |
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Great contribution to the Japanese Industrial Revolution |
Exciting experience, Sake brewery visiting |
One of the most famous Inari shrines in Japan |
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
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
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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
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
Where to explore
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.
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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 |
White smoke rising from the ground over a wide area |
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
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 |
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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Introduce 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 biggest shopping district in Kumamoto-prefecture |
Main destinations are connected from JR Kumamoto Station |
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
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
level. 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 places to enjoy the atmosphere of real Japan |
Very unique waterfalls, can be climbed behind the falls |
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
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. Boasting more
than 2,800 hot spring sources and flowing rate of nearly 137,000 kiloliters per day.
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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 take all clothing off |
About 1700 wild Japanese monkey are living |
Day 7 Kitakyushu-city
Leave Hotel in Beppu
Transfer to Kitakyushu-city
Visit KukuraCastle
Lunch at Kokura : local cuisine in Kitakyushu-city
Exploring Kitakyushu-city
MjikoRetro → Konamon Pedstrian tunnel → UNESCO World Heritage in Higashida 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 Tanga Market : the traditional local food stall
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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 suspended bridge crossing the Kanmon Straits |
The exotic district, former trading port coal and other products |
Only the place in the world, |
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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 |
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
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.
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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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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 |
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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 hingon sect in Japan |
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 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
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 |
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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
Confucius Shrine
The world’s only Confucian shrine built outside China by Chinese hands
First built in 1893 by Chinese residents of Nagasaki with the support of the Ch’ing Dynasty government,
the shrine was designed to serve as a place of worship and learning for the Chinese community, and
housed a Confucian sanctuary and primary school.
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The buildings were severely damaged by the Atomic bomb explosion on August 9, 1945 and were not restored and opened to the public until September 1967. The shrine was extensively renovated in 1982.
Standing outside the shrine are 72 statues representing the 72 followers of Confucius
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A building at the rear of the shrine houses the Museum of Chinese History and Palace Museum.
It features large illuminated photographs of the old Silk Road and models of early Chinese inventions
such as the world’s first seismograph.
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Displayed on the second floor are more than 80 treasure-class articles of varying antiquity on loan directly from
the Chinese National Museum and Palace Museum in Beijing.
Location of Nagasaki-city
General information
| Address | 10-30 Oura-machi, Nagasaki-city |
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5 minutes walk from Oura-kaigan-dori Tram Station or 3 minutes walk from Oura Tenshudo Tram Station |
| Open hours | 9:30 to 18:00 |
| Admission fee | JPY 600 |
| Days closed | No closing days |
Featured tours
・ 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
Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central 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
Sotome area Hidden Christian Site
Hidden Christian Sites has been registered on the UNESCO World Heritage
Sotome area Hidden Christian Site
The mission base of de Rotz, who dedicated himself to assisting the needy
When he discovered the underground Christians, Petitjean realized that there were many other Christians
hiding in the Sotome region. He appointed de Rotz as the parish priest of the Shitsu and Kurosaki districts.
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On an elevation commanding a view over the Sea of Goto, he established a church at his own expense.
The building was extended and renovated again and again. A statue of Mary that he ordered from France is
standing in the bell tower.
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Michino-eki, Road Station
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Endo Shusaku Literary Museum
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Fishing harbor
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Location of Nagasaki-city
General information
| Address | Shitsu, Nagasaki-city |
| Access | 50 minutes by a vehicle from JR Nagasaki Station |
Featured tours
・ Nagasaki / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites one-day tour
・ Nagasaki / UNESCO Hidden Christian sites 3 days tour
・ Nagasaki / UNESCO Industrial Revolution one-day 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
Gunkan-jima island Cruise
Hashima Coal Mine / Gunkan-jima Island
The cruise ship take you exploring Tachibana bay from Nagasaki port and landing on Gunkan-jima island.
Hashima coal mining island is an artificial reclaimed island and the site of Japan’s first major
undersea coal exploitation (1890) pioneered by Mitsubishi – and host to one of the world’s
most extraordinary former mining communities. Hashima Island is located 3 km southwest of Takashima,
and it was the success of Takashima that led Mitsubishi to purchase this island – both islands giving access
to the same undersea coal deposit.
Now Hashima is a ruin called “Gunkanjima”, so called after its resemblance to the silhouette.
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General information
| Address | Hashima Takashima, Nagasaki-city |
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about 40 by a ferry from Nagasaki port
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Featured tours
・ 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
Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central 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
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
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.
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
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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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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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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 |
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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 |
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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.
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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
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Karatsu is a castle town. Yobuko is a fishing port town; morning market and fresh squid cuisine are famous |
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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.
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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 |
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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 |
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
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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 |
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.
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Major toursit destination in Central Kyushu; Kumamoto–city |
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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The large scale of the Dynamic Nature which cannot be seen in no other area in Japan. |
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.
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Should you need further information please feel free to contact us.
Your equiry can be sent by selecting the Enquiry Form link below.
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Nagasaki-prefecture travel guide
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. The capital of Nagasaki-prefecture is Nagasaki-city.
Location of Nagasaki-prefecture
Where to exprore
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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Region spread in the foot of gentle mount Unzen and facing to calm sea Shimabara is consist of two
cities on Shimabara peninsula, Shimabara-city west side of peninsula and Minami-Shmabara-city
south-west side of peninsula. The region offers various enjoyable things such as Nature, Onsen, Castle
town of Shimabara-city, UNESCO World Heritage of Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region
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Unzen is a gentle Onsen resort situated in the Unzen National Park. Located in the centre of Shimabara
peninsua, at the southwest part of Mount Unzen with an altitude of 700m.
It is started receiving foreign tourists around the year 1900 when Kaempfer and Siebold introduced the city
to Europe and China. The area was the first area to be designated as a National Park in Japan.
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Onsen Resort facing to Tachibana bay. Located at western foot of Mount Unzen, and consist of Shimabara
peninsula Onsen Resort along with Unzen Onsen Resort and Shimabara Onsen Resort. About 30 Hotels
and Japanese style accommodation are standing along the Tachibana bay and there are 3 public baths
where visitor can use.
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The 2nd largest city in Nagasaki-prefecture next to Nagasaki-city. The city includes a part of Saikai
National Park. Located in the southern part of the city is the Dutch-styled theme park Huis Ten Bosch.
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Huis Ten Bosch is a theme park in Sasebo, which recreates the Netherlands by displaying life-sized copies
of old Dutch buildings. The name Huis Ten Bosch translates into English as “House in the Woods/bush”.
It is named after Huis ten Bosch in The Hague, one of the three official residences of the Dutch Royal Family.
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Featured tours
Nagasaki-prefecture
・ 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
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
Nagasaki travel guide
The city in harmony with foreign countries culture
Nagasaki-city has many oversea countries cultures and the significant Japanese
histories like no other areas.
The fascinating Nagasaki-city has been created since Japan began exchanging with foreign
countries during the National isolation period.
In addition to above features, the geographical conditions are creating fascinating tourism and
now many tourists are visiting here.
Historical features
1）National isolation in Japan
Nagasaki is the only place opened to oversea countries ( just Dutch and China ) during the
National isolation period from 1639 to 1854.
And trading with Dutch was done at artificial island Dejima.
2) Hidden Christian
Japan’s unique practice of the Christian faith continued in Nagasaki region even during the ban
on Christianity from 1587 to 1859. In 2018, Hidden Christian Sites in Nagasaki region is
registered on UNESCO’s World Heritage.
3) Japan’s Industry modernization
Shipbuilding, and Coal Mining, industries in Nagasaki were great contributed Japan’s Industry
modernization. And 5 sites of these industries are registered on UNESCO’s World Heritage as
Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution
4) Atomic bomb
The Atomic bomb exploded at 11:02 a.m. on August 9, 1945.
The most part of Nagasaki was destroyed, and a tremendous number of lives were lost.
Nagasaki is now appealing for World Peace, Disastrous War must not be repeated.
Exploring Nagasaki
Glover Garden / UNESCO World Heritage
Located on Minami-Yamate hill in Nagasaki-city, Glover Garden has nine
Western style buildings including the Glover’s Residence built in 1863 by Japanese carpenter
Koyama Hidenoshin. The Glover Residence is Japan’s oldest wooden Western-style building
and is the UNESCO World Heritage registered in 2015 as Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution.
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Tomas Glover Residence, World Heritage |
Former Mitsubishi second dock house |
Overlooking of Nagasaki harbour |
Established in 1955 near the Ground Zero where the Atomic Bomb was dropped
at 11:02 am on Aug. 09, 1945.
Peace Memorial Ceremony is held in front of the statue on August 9 every year and
the Mayor of Nagasaki makes the “Nagasaki peace declaration” for the whole world.
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Completed in 1955, ten years after the atomic bombing |
Reminds the tragic scene unfolded shortly after the dropped Atomic Bomb |
The Atomic bomb exploded about 500m over the central monument |
UNESCO World Heritages sites
Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution
The origin of Japan’s modernization is here. Under the growing sense of crisis over a
foreign menace, Nagasaki supported the introduction of Western countries technology,
which started during the last years of Japan’s National isolation period. With “ Dejima ”
as the only window to West during the period of National isolation.
Nagasaki contributed for Shipbuilding and Coal Mining and 7 sites have been
registered on the UNESCO World Heritage.
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Glover House |
Hashima island / Gunkan-jima island |
Giant Cantilever Crane
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Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region
Oura Cathedral / UNESCO World Heritage
Basilica of Martyrdom of the 26 Saints of Japan.
One of the famous landmarks in Nagasaki-city, was built in 1865 under the supervision of
the French priest Bernard Petitjean. It was designated as a National Treasure in 1933 for
its value as Japan’s oldest Gothic-style cathedral.
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Entrance gate of Oura Cathedral |
Japan’s oldest Gothic-style Cathedral building |
Statue of Mary, at entrance of Cathedral, installed in 1867 |
Martyrdom of the 26 Saints of Japan
Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The martyrs including four Spaniards, one from Goa, India, one Mexican and
20 Japanese demonstrated their spiritual unity despite differences in races, ages and professions.
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Nishizaka hill, the site of Martyrdom in 1597 |
The martyrs said that ” All people, bless God ” |
The 26 Japanese martyrs have been canonized in 1862 |
Sotome area Hidden Christian Site / UNESCO World Heritage
When he discovered the underground Christians, Petitjean realized that there were many other
Christians hiding in the Sotome region.
He appointed de Rotz as the parish priest of the Shitsu and Kurosaki districts.
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Shitsu Church |
Former Shitsu Aid Centre |
The statue of Mary |
Other Featured destinations
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World’s three great night veiw can be seen from the summit |
The oldest stone arch bridge in Japan |
Magnificent view of Nagasaki, on the other side of Mt. Inasa |
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Only the trading port in Japan during Natinal isolation |
Newly constructed church, after destroyed by Atomic bomb |
The first Chinese style temple in Nagasaki |
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One of the three big China town in Japan |
The world’s only Confucian shrine built outside China by Chinese hands |
The spiritual and cultural hub for the citizens of Nagasaki
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Elegant international & domestic tourist harbour |
A Chinese temple to pray for safe navigation |
Nagasaki-prefecture is the birthplace of pearls |
Location of Nagasaki-city
General information
| Address | City hall : 2-22 Sakura-machi, Nagasaki-city, Nagasaki-prefecture |
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2 hours and 40 minutes by a vehicle from Kitakyushu-city 2 hours by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city 1 hour and 30 minutes by a vehicle from Saga-city 1 hour and 30 minutes by a vehicle from Shimabara-city 1 hour and 10 minutes by a vehicle from Unzen-city 1 hour and 10 minutes by a vehicle from Sasebo-city
2 hours and 20 minutes by JR express train from JR Hakata Station |
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Tram : Convenient transportation system for sightseeing in Nagasaki-city Almost all the tourist attractions are located within walking distance from tram station |
| Population | 418,000 Population density 1,030 |
Featured tours
・ 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
Kyushu Round tours
・ 8 days Northern & Central 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
Golf tour in Fukuoka & Kyushu
Fukuoka and Kyushu are Paradises of Golf
Kyushu has about 250 golf courses and you can play golf comfortably throughout
the year because it is warmer than other areas in Japan.
Especially Fukuoka prefecture, has the largest number of courses in the Kyushu.
There are several Campion courses in the northern area, beautiful Sea side courses
at Itoshima peninsula, and also there are a lot of champion courses and reasonable
courses in the southern part.
Almost all the courses can be reached within one and half hous from Fukuoka-city.
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The Golf tour package, everything is covered from the moment you arrive at the airport, inclusive
of onward travel arrangements, accommodation, golf, and any other extras you may need.
The hobby of CEO, Masa Kondo is Golf and who knows the difference of the Golf culture
between Japan and Europe because he played at many courses in other countries included
in South Africa. Therefore we can offer the excellent courses to suite your requirement
and organize enjoyable tour without any problems for playing golf.
Where to play golf
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Where to play : Fukuoka-city, Kitakyushu-city, Itoshima, Dazaifu, Chikugo, Munakata,
Fukuoka-prefecture has 60 golf courses that the large number of courses in Kyushu.
There are many champion courses with long history and a lot of Professional Golf
Tournament have been held here in Fukuoka-prefecture.
Access to almost all golf courses are within one and half hours from Fukuoka-city.
You can enjoy playing golf and sightseeing while staying Fukuoka-city
Where to play :Unzen, Shimabara, Nagasaki, Sasebo, Omura
Nagasaki-prefecture is located in the west side of Kyushu and it is a popular area for golf
due to warm climate through the year. There are a lot of beautiful seaside challenging courses.
And Nagasaki-prefecture is a popular tourist destination such as Nagasaki-city,
Sasebo, Shimabara and Unzen ; you can enjoy golf and sightseeing.
Where to play : Beppu, Yufuin, Oita
Oita-prefecture is one of most famous Onsen resort in Japan, where has Beppu and Yufuin,
and has about 20 golf courses. You can enjoy sightseeing and golf here.
Kumamoto-prefecture has about 40 golf courses that is 2nd largest number in Kyushu.
Golf courses are located in Aso Kuju National Park, there are many courses where you can
see beautiful scenery of Mount Aso while playing golf.
Where to play : Phoenix Resort, Miyazaki
Miyazaki-prefecture has 30 golf courses and it is warm climate you can enjoy playing
golf throughout the year.
Most popular courses are Phoenix Country Club and Tom Watson Golf Course.
located in Phoenix Resort, where you can enloy beautiful scenery while playing.
Where to play : Kagoshima, Ibusuki
Kagoshima-prefecture is one of the best place for golf in Kyushu and has
about 30 golf courses. You can play comfortably in winter season as well, because
it is warn climate with 18 degree Celsius average temperature in the year.
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There is a large variety of courses to fit golfers of every budget and skill level in Kyushu. There are many courses around Fukuoka-city that are easy to access from the hotel in the city. more … |
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Kyushu customized tours
Japan KYUSHU Tourist is the specialist of Fukuoka and Kyushu tour
We offer various types of customized private tours exclusively for you.
Our Services
Tailor-made tours Self-guided tours Golf tour Study tour
We have prepared Kyushu Round tours and Short tours itineraries for your journey.
And we can design your customized private tour in condideration of your requirement.
Kyushu Round tours
Kyushu Round tours shows the long duration tours travelling the featured destinations
in Kyushu. The starting and finishing place of the tour is Fukuoka-city.
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The itinerary is covered featured destinations and must see places throughout Kyushu |
Travel 5 prefectures |
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Short tours
Short duration journey shows the tours within 3 days, travelling featured destinations in
Fukuoka-prefecture and near Fukuoka-prefecture.
The starting and finishing place of the tour is Fukuoka-city.
If required, the starting place of the tour can be changed to Kitakyushu-city, Nagasaki-city
or Saga-city.
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
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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 with beautiful dynamic Genkai Sea; seafood gourmet, rural landscape, local products shopping, Sake brewery are offered |
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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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The Hinadoll festival is a traditional Japanese event that announces the arrival of spring. |
Exploring the two most featured destinations in southern part of Fukuoka-prefecture. |
Kurume, Yame, Hoshino village Located in the southern part of Fukuoka-prefecture
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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 |
Kitakyushu-city contributed to Japan’s industrial modernization with unprecedented speed in the world |
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Abundant hiking opportunities in the beautiful nature of |
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.
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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
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Karatsu is a castle town. Yobuko is a fishing port town; morning market and fresh squid cuisine are famous |
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towns with 400 years history. Both places have different feature of porcelain respectively. |
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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.
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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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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 |
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
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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 |
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.
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Major toursit destination in Central Kyushu; Kumamoto–city |
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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the large scale of the Dynamic Nature which cannot be seen in no other area in Japan. |
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.
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Black letters indicates Destinations
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