Self-guided tour in Kyushu
We offer the private tour exclusively for you
If you love travel independently, we offer your customized private tour in accordance with
your requirements and preferences.
We have a lot of detailed local information on the each destinations which have been directly
obtained locally by visiting all over Kyushu. Those are not information picked up from the website.
We can design your customized Self-guided tour exactly matches your requirements and preferences.
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Self-guided tour conditions
The tour is the private tour exclusively for your small group such as friends, family, company or
any groups.
・Minimum number : 4 person
・Maxum number : 9 person
・Start and end of the tour is Fukuoka–city, please specify the place where you want
・Tour date : please specify the date
・Chartered vehicle is utilized such as a taxi with 4 seats or jumbo taxi with 9 seats
as per number of person
・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.
Features of the tours
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.
・Shopping are included on the travelling route.
・Local cuisines and special gurmet are to be included.
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The following are included in accordance with your requests
・Unique experiencesare to be included as per the request such as ;
Gunkan-jima island 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, Yanagawa canal boat Cruise, Fruits picking.
・Dynamic and beautiful Nature ; Amakusa, Unzen, Satsuma Peninsula, Sakurajima Island
Aso, Takachiho, Nichinam and Hyuga, Okubungo, Yufuin, Chikugo
・Onsen experience : Amakusa, Takeo, Shimabara, Unzen, Obama, Ibusuki, Aso, Kurokawa,
Nagayu, Beppu, Yufuin
・UNESCO World Heritage / Meiji Japan’s Industrial Revolution : Kitakyushu, Saga, Nagasaki
Kagoshima
・UNESCO World Heritage / Hiden Chiristian sites: Nagasaki, Shimabara, Unzen, Amakusa
・Japanese Cultural Historical sites : Nagasaki, Shimabara, Kumamoto, Chiran, Kagoshima
Kirishima, Obi, Mimitsu, Takachiho, Aso, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-city
The tour itineraries
We have prepared a various Kyushu Tour Itineraries for your journey and we can design your
customized Self-guided 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
Durations of Short tours are 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
・ Ukiha and Yanagawa 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
Featured destinations map
Note
Red letter indicates prefecture
Black letter indicates destination
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
Saga-city travel guide
Saga-city in Kyushu is the seat of the Saga-prefectural government.
It faces the Ariake Sea on the south and is home to Saga Airport. In the center of the city is
the Saga Castle History Museum, which also serves as the city’s symbol. The castle itself is
no longer standing, but the main keep has been reconstructed, resulting in one of the largest
wooden structures in Japan. Saga is also known as the plece where it has made a great
contribution to the Japanese Industrial Revolution.
Japan’s Industrial Modernization activity was started here in Saga. The largest restored wooden
building in Japan at 2,500m2, the museum offers the unparalleled chance to experience a Japanese
castle from more than 175 years ago.
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The shrine is designated as the special government shrine. The shrine dedicated to Naomasa
Nabeshima, who oversaw the manufacture of Japan’s first modern Cannon.
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Mietsu Naval Dock UNESCO World Heritage
UNESCO World Heritage, Site of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution. Before Meiji Restoration,
the Mietsu Naval Dock served as a venue for naval drilling and maintenance of Western-style ship,
as the naval base of Saga Clan. Japan’s first practical steam ship, the Ryofu-maru was constructed
there in 1865.
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This is the Japan’s first constructed Reflectance Furnace and it was used for Japan’s first
Cannon manufacturing. The reflectance furnace was greatly contributed for initial stage of
Japan’s Industrial Modernization.
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The largest archeological remains in Japan. Lie on the spacious hilly area in the northeastern
part of Saga. Remains of a ringed-dugout settlement presumably dating back to the 3rd century
B.C. were unearthed there, and excavation is still underway at the site.
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Saga International Balloon Fiesta
The largest hot air balloon competition in all of Asia with over 100 participating balloon teams
from all over the world.
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Location of Saga-city
General information
| Address | City hall : 1-1 Sakai-machi, Saga-city, Saga-prefecture |
| Access |
50 minutes by a vehicle from Takeo 60 minutes by a vehicle from Arita 60 minutes by a vehicle from Karatsu 90 minutes by a vehicle from Yobuko 70 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city 90 minutes by a vehicle from Nagasaki-city |
| Population | 234,000 Population density 540 |
Featured tours
・ Takeo & Yutoku Inari Shrine one-day tour
・ Karatsu & Yobuko 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
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
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
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 |
Abundant hiking opportunities in the beautiful nature of |
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.
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
Kashima travel guide
Kashima is located about 60 kilometers southwest of Saga City.
It borders the Ariake Sea to the east and Nagasaki Prefecture to the southwest.
Feature sightseeing spot is Yutoku Inari Shrine and also Sake brewery visiting
is recommended.
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One of the most famous Inari shrines in Japan and located in Kashima-city, Saga-prefecture.
Dedicated to Inari, the deity whose messengers are foxes, it is the third largest of its kind
in Japan. It was constructed in 1688 as the family shrine of the Nabeshima clan who ruled
what would become the Saga area during the Edo period.
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The Shrine was used as a Shooting location of Thailand drama.
Location of Kashima
General information
| Address | City hall : 2643-1 Nodomibun, Kashima-city, Saga-prefecture |
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30 minutes by a vehicle from Takeo 40 minutes by a vehicle from Arita 50 minutes by a vehicle from Saga 80 minutes by a vehicle from Karatsu 90 minutes by a vehicle from Yobuko 100 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city 70 minutes by a vehicle from Nagasaki-city |
| Population | 29,000 Population density 260 |
Featured tours
・ Takeo & Yutoku Inari Shrine one-day tour
・ Karatsu & Yobuko 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
Imari travel guide
Imari is the porcelain town, has 400years history
Imari is most notable because of Imari porcelain, which is the European collectors’
name for Japanese porcelain wares made in the town of Arita, Saga Prefecture.
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The porcelain was exported from the port of Imari specifically for the European
export trade.
Okawachiyama porcelain district
Originally, an owner of the Imari porcelain was Nabeshima clan, in order to develop and protect
its outstanding technique, he gathered skilled artisans and painters in Okawachiyama district.
Now. about 30 ptteris are manufacturing Imari porcelain.
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Location of Imari
General information
| Address | City hall : 1355-1 Tachibana, Imari-city, Saga-prefecture |
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40 minutes by a vehicle from Karatsu-city 80 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city 80 minutes by a vehicle from Nagasaki-city |
| Population | 54,000 Population density 210 |
Featured tours
・ Takeo & Yutoku Inari Shrine one-day tour
・ Karatsu & Yobuko 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 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
Arita travel guide
It is known for producing Arita porcelain, one of the traditional handicrafts of Japan.
Famous for Arita yaki which is 400-years old porcelain. The piece is bright, elegant
pictures drawn in transparent white porcelain.
It holds the largest ceramic fair in Western Japan, the Arita Ceramic Fair.
This event is held from April 29 to May 5 every year and has thousands of stores and
stalls lining the six-kilometre long main street.
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Arita Porcelain Park
Offers a drastic change of scenery, which might even make you forget you are in Japan.
This park features a stunning garden and palace designed in the style of 18th-century
German Baroque architecture. This is said to be a tribute to Arita’s influence on
European ceramic design.
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Porcelain Manufacturer, Kakieon
A style of Japanese porcelain, with over glaze decoration called “enameled” ceramics.
It was originally produced at the factories around Arita, in Japan’s from the Edo period’s
mid-17th century onwards.
The style shares much in common with the Chinese “Famille Verte” style.
The quality of its decoration was highly prized in the West and widely imitated by major
European porcelain manufacturers during the Rococo period.
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Location of Arita
General information
| Address | City hall : 2202 Tachibeotsu, Arita-chi, Nishi-Matsuura-gun, Saga-prefecture |
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30 minutes by a vehicle from Imari-city 60 minutes by a vehicle from Saga-city 100 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city 60 minutes by a vehicle from Nagasaki-city |
| Population | 19,600 Population density 298 |
Featured tours
・ Takeo & Yutoku Inari Shrine one-day tour
・ Karatsu & Yobuko 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
Takeo travel guide
The Onsen resort, has 1200 years history
Takeo is located in the western part of Saga-prefecture.
The hot spring temperature is 18 to 52 degrees. Spring quality is smooth with alkaline simple
hot spring. It is said that the color is colorless and transparent and has an outstanding effect
on recovery from fatigue.
The landmark of Takeo Onsen.
Romon Gate, which was designed by a renowned architect in the Meiji Era, Kingo Tatsuno,
and is at the entrance of the Onsen area.
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Beautiful Japanese Garden, located in the southwestern foot of Mifuneyama
Construction of the garden took about 3 years and completed in 1845, the area is about 5ha.
The dynamic cliffs of Mifuneyama Mountain can be seen from the gardesn.
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Great Camphor tree at Takeo Shrine
One of the oldest Camphor tree in Japan.
The tree is one of the largest in Japan and over 3,000 years old. Designated a natural monument
of the city. It is 30 m high, has a circumference of 20 m, and its branches extend 30 m east-west
and 33 m north-south.
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Location of Takeo
General information
| Address | City hall : 12-30 Oaza-showa, Takeo-cho, Takeo-city, Saga-prefecture |
| Access |
25 minutes by a vehicle from Arita 50 minutes by a vehicle from Saga-city 80 minutes by a vehicle from Fukuoka-city 60 minutes by a vehicle from Nagasaki-city |
| Population | 48,000 Population density 250 |
Featured tours
・ Takeo & Yutoku Inari Shrine one-day tour
・ Karatsu & Yobuko 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
Karatsu & Yobuko travel guide
Karatsu and Yobuko, located on the Higashi Matsuura Peninsula in the northwestern
part of Saga-prefecture, have been prosperous from ancient times as an important point for
trade with Mainland China.
Karatsu is a part of Genkai Quasi-National Park, and has many scenic spots.
Karatsu Castle is called Dancing Crane Castle
The Castle, which stands beside Karatsu Bay, is unusual in that the stonework rises directly
out of the water, using the ocean as a natural moat.
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Panoramic view of Karatsu Castle, Karatsu bay and Nijino-matsubara (Rainbow pine forest)
The height is 284 metre from sea level and top of the mountain is flat and wide geographical
feature.
The area is famous for cherry blossom and azalea flower in spring season.
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The Shrine of Karatsu Kunchi.
It is a Shinto shrine located about 1 km west of Karatsu Castle and the original shrine was
founded in 755.
Karatsu Kunchi is held From November 2nd to 4th every year.
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Town of Fishing industry, famous for Squid and Morning Market called Asaichi.
Yobuko is located northern tip of Saga-prefecture and is facing to Denkai-nada Sea.
A lot of places were as a Shooting location of Thailand drama.
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Fishery Morning Market called Asaichi
Asaichi opens from 7:30 to 12:00, every day at just next to Yobuko Port. The street of
200 m borrowed from the eaves of the shopping street is named “Asaichi Street”.
The place was used as a Shooting location of Thailand drama.
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Cape of Lovers’ sanctuary
The main attractions of Cape Hado are the heart-shaped monument, underwater observation
tower, and the sunset. It is frequented by young couples who take photos in front of the
heart monument.
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Heart monument |
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Nagoya Castle Ruins
The Castle was a castle located in the old Hizen Province of Japan. The historic castle was
the base from which Toyotomi Hideyoshi launched his invasions of Korea.
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Yobuko and Genkai Sea from the view of Nagoya Castle Ruins
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Location of Karatsu & Yobuko
Featured tours
・ Takeo & Yutoku Inari Shrine one-day tour
・ Karatsu & Yobuko 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