Explore the traditional areas of Fukuoka. First, travel through Hakata Old Town, which served as Japan’s initial gateway and prospered as the largest trading port in medieval Japan.   Price: From JPY 24,000 per person (Min. 6 guests) Inclusions: Custom itinerary, private vehicle & English-speaking driver Exclusions: Accommodations, meals, entrance fees   Itinerary   9:00 The tour will commence at the designated location in Fukuoka Exploring Hakata Old Town  Discover the origins of Hakata in this charming area where history, tradition,  and culture  from the medieval trade port era still remain　 ・Tochoji Temple   　One of the largest wooden seated statues in Japan ・Hakata Machiya Furusatokan  　The Living Museum of Hakata’s History and Heart ・Kushida Shrine  　Experience the Soul of Fukuoka at Kushida Shrine Lunch: Hakata Ramen, a must-try local specialty for lunch in Fukuoka ・Seaside Momochi 　Fukuoka’s Most Photogenic Waterfront ・Fukuoka tower  　The Best View of Fukuoka Starts Here ・Fukuoka Castle Ruins 　Where Samurai History Meets Seasonal Beauty 16:00 Arrive at the designated place in Fukuoka; tour concludes  

Fukuoka City One-Day Excursion…の続きを読む

  Nita pass is one of the best scenic spot in Unzen. At any time of the year the natural scenery of Nita Pass in Unzen is magnificent. Azaleas, green leaves, brilliant autumnal tints of maples and silver frost represent each season of the year.      Azalea in Spring  Autumn leaves  Frost in Winter   The ropeway take you slowly from Nita Pass to Mt. Myoken at a highest of 1300 meters, from the observation point of Mt. Myoken, you can get a 360 degree panorama view which encompasses not only the Ariake Sea and Amakusa Island but the smoke the crater Mt.Aso.      

Nita pass…の続きを読む

  Usa area including Ajimu are located at the base of Kunisaki peninsula and spreading around Usa Shrine. Since ancient time the Kunisaki peninsula has been home of Kyushu’s prominent Usa Shrine, influencing the surrounding hills and valleys with Buddhist culture. Although this is a Shinto shrine, it has long been holy ground to both Shinto and Buddhist activities, and the Kunisaki Mountains  and valleys were often chosen by monks as practice ground for meditation.     Exploring Usa & Ajimu   Usa Shrine The head shrine of Hachiman Shrine that is composed 44,000 shrines that dedicated to the  Hachiman Deity. Emperor Ojin, who was deified as Hachiman-jin  (the tutelary god of warriors), is said to be enshrined  in all the sites dedicated to him; and the first and earliest of these was at Usa in the early 8th century. The Shrine is was founded in 727.   Ajimu Winery Enjoy tasting Ajimu wines, The winery located in the natural rich Ajimu basin.  Ajimu Winery grows high-quality grapes by taking advantage of the temperature fluctuations found in the extreme climate unique to this region.    Scenic beauty           Sen Cliffs Higashi-shiya Waterfall       Suzai Waterfall   Cool Japan    Fukami Five Story    Pagoda             Trowel Painting        Trowel Painting   Futaba-no-sato Museum, Sumo Grand Champion Futabayama Museum     Senzai Farm Garden   250 wisteria flowers bloom at the …

Usa & Ajimu travel guide…の続きを読む

  Kitakyushu is 2nd largest city in Kyushu with 900,000 population. and possesses numerous tourist attractions.    We offer a wide range of fully customizable private tours around Fukuoka designed to match your specific interests, whether you want to focus on history, gourmet food, or scenic day trips.     This is thesample itineraries to help you create a customized tour tailored to your schedule and preferences.   8:30 The tour will commence at the designated location in Fukuoka Drive to Kitakyushu Mount Sarakura  Exploring Higashida  Higashida No.1 Blast Furnace First Head Office of the Steel Works  / UNESCO World Heritage Drive to Mojiko Retro Lunch at Mojiko Retro Explore Mojiko Retro Drive to Kokura Visit Kokokura Castle Drive to Fukuoka 17:30 Arrive at the designated place in Fukuoka; tour concludes

Kitakyushu One-Day Tour…の続きを読む

Nestled at the foot of Mount Unzen and facing the Ariake Sea, the Shimabara region consists of two cities: Shimabara City on the eastern side and Minami-Shimabara City on the southern part of the peninsula. The region offers a wealth of experiences, including stunning nature, relaxing onsen, the historic castle town of Shimabara, and significant Christian pilgrimage sites.     Exploring Shimabara     Shimabara Castle Located in Shimabara City, this castle was built in 1625 by the feudal lord Matsukura Shigemasa, who was renowned as a master of castle architecture. The castle, which took seven years to complete, is also affectionately known as “Moritake Castle.   Samurai Houses Samurai were the military nobility of pre-industrial Japan. Located near Shimabara Castle, the preserved samurai houses along this historic street were built in the 18th century.   Samurai Street This historic street, lined with traditional stone walls and a spring water canal running down its center, preserves the atmosphere of Shimabara’s old samurai district. Three samurai residences have been carefully restored and are open to the public as museums.   Harajo Castle ruins This Christian pilgrimage site is part of the “Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region,” registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was the battlefield of the Shimabara Rebellion in 1637, a massive peasant uprising led by …

Shimabara travel guide…の続きを読む

  Kunisaki peninsula is a rural area located on the north-east side of  Oita-prefecture. It is especially popular for it’s onsen, and trekking, and the local cuisine can be enjoyed as well. Kunisaki peninsula began to develop 1,300 years ago as a sacred religious ground influenced by local mountain and nature worship.   Showa no machi The era that lasted till about 30 years ago in Japanese history, Bungo Takada was the most prosperous in Kunisaki Peninsula for over 300 years from the Edo period up to 1900. Here remains various old structures and remnants of regional  Japanese.   Fuki-ji Temple The temple is a Tendai Buddhist temple located on the slopes of Mount Futago. The temple was established in 718 and the temple building is the oldest extant wooden structure in Kyushu.   Nagasaki-bana Cape The resort park features a beach, a campsite, restaurant and more. The entire premises gets painted beautifully with colors of each and every seasonal flower in season.   Tashibu-no-sho This district was once considered the most important estate of Usa Shrine. It has been ascertained from ancient documents that the rural landscape seen today has remained unchanged since Heian period. Now included this are, Kunisaki peninsula is listed on the World Agricultural Heritage.   Kumano magaibutu Hewn in a rock Mt. Tahara are two of largest Buddhist stone carvings in all Japan.   A Fudo-myu-o 8 meter in heigt and Dainich-nyurai 6.8 meter height. Said to have been carved in …

Kunisaki peninsula travel guide…の続きを読む

  Experience the full breadth of Kyushu on this cross-island journey, offering an immersion into iconic landmarks, breathtaking nature, and the authentic spirit of Japan through its seasonal flavors. Destinations: Fukuoka → Kumamoto → Ibusuki → Kagoshima → Sakurajima Island Nichinan & Miyazaki → Takachiho → Aso → Yanagawa → Fukuoka   Price: From JPY 175,000 per person (Min. 6 guests) Inclusions: Custom itinerary, private vehicle & English-speaking driver Exclusions: Accommodations, meals, entrance fees     Traveling route      Destinations to Explore   Stay Day 1 : Depart from Fukuoka → Kumamoto   Day 2 : Satuma peninsla  Day 3 : Kagoshima and Sakura-jima Island Day 4 : Nichinan and Miyazaki  Day 5 : Takachiho Day 6 : Aso Day 7 : Yanagawa  Day 8 : Fukuoka Kumamoto Ibusuki Kagoshima Miyazaki Aso Aso Fukuoka Fukuoka   Day 1  Kumamoto     Welcome to Fukuoka, you will be greeted by our representative. === Drive to Kumamoto via the expressway ===  Exploring Kumamoto A captivating experience where history and nature live in harmony. ・Sakurano-baba Josaien including lunch ・Kumamoto Castle ・Suizenji-koen Park Dinner on your own in Kumamoto  Stay in Kumamoto      Day 2  Ibusuki & Satsuma Peninsula          After breakfast, check out of the hote in Kumamoto === Drive to Kagoshima Prefecture via the expressway === Exploring Satsuma peninsula Experience the dynamic energy of Kyushu’s southern tip ・Ikeda-ko lake ・Nagasaki-bana …

8-Day: Across Kyushu ー North to South Jo…の続きを読む

  Nakatsu is a small city on the north coast of Oita Prefecture, just east of its border with Fukuoka Prefecture. Explore the historic Nakatsu Castle, a stunning fortress surrounded by a rare seawater  moat, before venturing into the mystical peaks of Yabakei. From the legendary hand-carved Blue Tunnel to breathtaking 360-degree panoramas, this hidden gem in Oita offers a perfect blend of history and nature. Don’t leave without trying our world-famous Nakatsu Karaage     Exploring Nakatsu    Nakatsu Castle Originally built by the legendary strategist Kuroda Kanbei, Nakatsu Castle is famous for its unique seawater moat drawn directly from the Seto Inland Sea. Explore the stunning contrast of its stone walls, where old and new techniques meet, and climb to the top for a panoramic view of the city and the sea. It’s the perfect starting point for your journey into the samurai heritage of Oita     Exploring Yabakei   Experience the timeless beauty of Yabakei Gorge. In spring, the valley comes alive with vibrant, lush greenery. In autumn, it transforms into a stunning tapestry of red and gold, making it one of Japan’s most celebrated spots for fall foliage   Kyoshuho  The approximately 1 km high monolithic rockey mountain.     Ao-no-domon The tunnel built by a monk Zenkai in Edo period, spending 30 years.     Rakanji Temple A historic temple …

Nakatsu & Yabakei travel guide…の続きを読む