7 days Central Kyushu tour
Where to Explore
Amakusa → Kumamoto → Aso → Takachiho → Kuju → Kokonoe → Yufuin
Asakura → Akizuki → Ukiha → Fukuoka
Day 1 Amakusa
An archipelago located west side of Kumamoto, beautiful landscape, seafood and
local delicacies and marine activities can be enjoyed.
Amakusa are connected to Shimabara by the Ferry and to Kumamoto by the bridges.
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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 |
Schedule
Arrive at Fukuoka
Travel to Amakusa
Explore Amakusa Islans
Stay at Amakusa Onsen
From the early 17th century to the end of the 19th century, Kumamoto was prosperous as a castle town.
The Shira-kawa River and its branches run through the downtown area around Kumamoto Castle.
Therefore, the city is called “City of Woods and Fresh Water.”
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The third most populous city in Kyushu, called city of the forest |
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 |
Schedule
Travel to Kumamoto
Travel to Kumamoto
Explore Kumamoto : Kumamoto Castle, Suizenji-koen Park
Stay at Kumamoto
Aso, the world’s largest caldera and the active volcano give a lot of excitements and numerous
unforgettable experiences in the rural area can be mede including Onsen, variety of sports
and local cuisines.
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Enjoy numerous unforgettable experiences in the rural area |
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 |
Schedule
Explore Aso : Daikanbo, Kusasenri-ga-hama, Mt. Aso, Aso shrine
Stay at Kurokawa Onsen, Japanese style accommodation, Ryokan
Local cuisine can be enjoyed at Ryokan’s dinner
Takachiho is located in the center of the Kyushu mountain area where about 40km away from
Aso and is steeped in Japanese mythology.
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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Schedule
Travel to Takachiho, 1 and half hours by vehicle
Exploring Takachiho : Takachiho Gorge, Takachiho Shrine, Amano Iwato Shrine
back to Kurokawa Onsen
Stay at Kurokawa Onsen
Nature-blessed region at Ono River basin and the northern part is surrounded by Aso & Kuju Mountains
Okubungo region is located in south-east side of Oita prefecture, and consists of Takada, Kuju,
Bungo-ono, Kusu and Kokonoe.
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 items 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 |
Schedule
Explore Okubungo : Kokonoe yume Otsurihasi, Handa Kogen Plateau
Exploring Yufuin
・Stay at Yufuin Onsen Resort
Day 5 Chikugo region
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A former Castle town located in northern part of Asakura-city |
The only area in Japan to use water wheels for irrigation |
A small village located north side of Asakura-city |
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A tranquil Onsen located on the banks of Chikugo River |
Breath taking beautiful scenery harmonizes with the Shrine |
Time-honored scenery, back to 100 years ago |
Fukuoka-city has a long history as commercial town and castle town, and prospered as important
district to Asian Continent for many years. Now, Fukuoka-city is the International bub of Kyushu,
the nation’s fourth largest economic zone.
In other words, Fukuoka-city is the heart of Kyushu against various things,
such as food culture, shopping, entertainment, economy and international business.
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The largest and busiest JR train station in Kyushu |
The water-front resort area JR Hakata Station and Tenjin |
The biggest shopping district in Kyushu |
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Fukuoka Open top bus tour, three courses for journey |
Japan’s highest coastal tower, magnificent view from the top |
The oldest temple of the Shingon sect in Japan |
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Hakata Gion Yamagasa Festival is held in the shrine |
400 m down town street, 100 shops and restaurants |
One of the largest entertainment district in western Japan |
Highlight
Explore Fukuoka
There are lot of tourst attaractions, chose from Fukuoka Travel Guide
Dinner, we will recommend for your best one from many choices
Stay at Fukuoka : Western style Hotel
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