This travel guide is curated by Japan KYUSHU Tourist to help you make the most of your journey. Based in Fukuoka, we are a dedicated travel agency specializing exclusively in the Kyushu region.     A highlight of the region is the year-round fruit picking, made possible by Ukiha’s abundant nature and the many orchards nestled at the foot of the Mino Mountain Range. Nearby, the district of Yoshii flourished as a vital post town during the Edo period and remains famous for its historic sake breweries and beautifully preserved white-walled streetscapes.     Ukiha overview   Shirakabe-dori Avenue   Ukiha Hina doll Festival     Ukiha Inari shrine   Michino-eki Ukiha     Kora taisha Shrine   Fruits harvest experience   Ukiha                

Ukiha & Kurume…の続きを読む

  This travel guide is curated by Japan KYUSHU Tourist to help you make the most of your journey. Based in Fukuoka, we are a dedicated travel agency specializing exclusively in the Kyushu region.     Situated in the heart of the Chikugo region in Fukuoka Prefecture, this area is a thriving agricultural hub blessed with abundant nature and profound historical heritage. It is also home to a serene onsen resort along the scenic Chikugo River.     Akizuki   Harazaru Onsen   Amagi     Asakura Triple Water Wheel   Toho village / Hoshuyama district   Toho village / Koishiwara district   Asakura                    

Asakura & Toho village…の続きを読む

  This travel guide is curated by Japan KYUSHU Tourist to help you make the most of your journey. Based in Fukuoka, we are a dedicated travel agency specializing exclusively in the Kyushu region.     From the late 7th to the late 12th century, Dazaifu served as the ‘Western Capital’ of Japan, acting as the primary administrative center that governed the entire Kyushu region.     Welcome to Dazaifu     Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine   Shrine approach path   Starbucks at Dazaifu Shrine   Site of Dazaifu Goverment office   Sakamoto Shrine     Kyushu National Museum     Homangu kamado Shrine   Umi hachiman Shrine   Dazaifu                    

Dazaufu…の続きを読む

  This travel guide is curated by Japan KYUSHU Tourist to help you make the most of your journey. Based in Fukuoka, we are a dedicated travel agency specializing exclusively in the Kyushu region.     Located adjacent to Fukuoka City, this region faces the Genkai Sea to the north, boasting an intricate coastline sculpted by dynamic waves. The lush plains and gentle hills nestled between the northern coast and the Sefuri Mountain Range in the south create a truly breathtaking landscape.     Welcome to Itoshima   Sakurai futamigaura   Anego-hama beach   Mataichinosio Kobo Tottan     Keya Cave Cruise   Raizen-sennyoji Temple      Shiraito Waterfall     Sake Brewery, Suginoya   Oyster Barbecue Huts   Ichiran-no mori, Hakata Ramen   Itoshima                            

Itoshima…の続きを読む

  The Yamanami Highway is one of Kyushu’s most breathtaking scenic driving routes. Stretching from Yufuin to Aso through the Aso-Kuju National Park, this winding road—rather than a high-speed expressway—invites travelers to slow down and take in the views. The name “Yamanami” literally translates to “a range of mountains,” reflecting the stunning peaks that line the horizon. Whether it is the lush greenery of summer or the golden hues of autumn, the highway offers spectacular scenery that can be enjoyed throughout the year.       

Yamanami Highway…の続きを読む

Kitakyushu, the second-largest city in Kyushu with a population of 900,000, is situated at the island’s northernmost tip. As the strategic gateway between Kyushu and Honshu, it has long served as a vital hub for industry, shipping, and land transport. In 1901, Kitakyushu was chosen over 16 other candidates across Japan to host the nation’s modern steel industry. Since the inauguration of its steelworks, the city has been a cornerstone of Japan’s industrial modernization. Today, this industrial heritage coexists with remarkable natural wonders and diverse attractions. The city boasts spectacular landscapes, including the Hiraodai Karst Plateau and its mystical caves, the scenic Kanmon Strait, and the rugged Wakamatsu North Coast. For an unforgettable finale, visitors can ascend Mt. Sarakura to witness a panoramic night view, celebrated as one of the most dynamic and breathtaking in the world.  

Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture…の続きを読む

  Oshima is the largest island in Fukuoka Prefecture, located 11 km off the coast from Konominato Port in Munakata City. With a peaceful population of around 700, the island is easily accessible by a 25-minute ferry ride or a 15-minute high-speed boat. The island is home to two remarkable sites of the UNESCO World Heritage “Sacred Island of Okinoshima and Associated Sites in the Munakata Region”: Munakata Taisha Nakatsu-gu and Munakata Taisha Okitsu-gu Yohaisho. The latter serves as a sacred place to pray toward the forbidden island of Okinoshima from afar.                

Oshima island, in Fukuoka Prefecture…の続きを読む

  A beautiful highland Onsen Resort situated in Unzen National Park. The area was the first to be designated as a National Park in Japan. Whether you are taking in the stunning panoramic views from the top of one of the many peaks, including Nita-toge Pass, or looking up at these volcanic mountains like Mt. Fugen, you will marvel at the spectacular scenery.  As each season brings a vivid change to the face of Unzen, you may wish to return again and again to enjoy the full range of rich variations.           

Unzen, in Nagasaki Prefecture…の続きを読む

  Aso is located almost in the center of Kyushu and boasts one of the world’s largest calderas, stretching 18 km east-west and 24 km north-south. It was created by four periods of explosive volcanic activity in ancient times. The caldera is surrounded by an outer rim with a circumference of around 120 km. Within the Aso Caldera, there are the Aso Five Peaks, including Mt. Naka-dake—an active volcano where the crater can be viewed from the top. Daikanbo Peak, on the northern part of the outer rim, is a must-visit location offering panoramic views of the magnificent scenery, including the Aso Five Peaks and the serene, beautiful green plains below

Aso, in Kumamoto Prefecture…の続きを読む

  Saint Lorenzo Ruiz, the first Filipino saint, was martyred at Nishizaka in Nagasaki in 1637. He was canonized in 1987. A statue of St. Lorenzo was donated to Nakamachi Church, which is closely associated with him. The statue was presented by Cardinal Jaime Sin (a key figure in the Philippine People Power Revolution) during his visit to Japan in 1990.  

St. Lorenzo Luiz martyred in Nagasaki in…の続きを読む