9 days Kyushu Golden route tour
Kyushu is an island blessed with Nature located at the southernmost of Japan’s four
major islands and Kyushu itself is composed of numerous unique and charming
regions all with their own distinctive history, culture, cuisine, Nature and Onsen resort.
We take the most fascinating areas in Kyushu to make a pleasant, fascinating and
entertaining journey the likes of which you have never experienced before.
How to travel
The Private vehicle is used as for transportation and Tour guide is used for making
pleasant travel in accordance with the Itinerary.
When you have an idea or a plan for traveling in Kyushu, Japan, please contact us
by sending an Enquiry.
Enquiry form, please click the link below and write your enquiries.
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We will be delighted to create a proposal exclusively and expressly for you.
Where to visit
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Day 1 : Depart from Fukuoka → Nagasaki Day 2 : Nagasaki Day 3 : Kumamoto Day 4 : Takachiho Day 5 : Aso Day 6 : Yufuin Day 7 : Beppu Day 8 : Yanagawa Day 9 : Fukuoka |
Itinerary
Nagasaki is located in the northwest of Kyushu and has a natural harbor suitable for
trade with overseas countries.
And then, Nagasaki became Japan’s first international city and has a unique culture that
is a mix of European, Chinese and Japanese cultures.
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Schedule Welcome to Fukuoka, you will be greeted our representative. === Drive to Nagasaki using Expressway, 2 hours === Go to top of Mount Inasa using the Slope car Enjoy the magnificent view of Nagasaki from 333 meters sumint Lunch at Dejima Wharf Exploring Dejima the artificial island used as a Dutch trading port and it was only open gateway to Europe during Japan’s National isolation until 1853
Dinner at the restaurant in Nagasaki Stay in Nagasaki |
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Nagasaki has many features, like a microcosm of Japanese history, including
Japanese Christianity, internationalization, industrial modernization, and a desire
for World Peace.
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Schedule Breakfast at the Hotel Visiting the places for World Peace, the Atomic Bomb dropped in 1945 ・Peace Park ; Peace Statue, Peace Fountain Lunch at China town One of the big three China town in Japan Visit Glover Garden Located on Minami-Yamate hill in Nagasaki, Glover Garden has nine Western style buildings including the Glover’s Residence which is also listed on UNESCO World Heritage Listed on UNESCO World Heritage and is Japan’s oldest Gothic-style Cathedral
Dinner at the restaurant in Nagasaki Stay in Nagasaki |
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Day 3 Kumamoto
Kumamoto is the 3rd largest city in Kyushu located almost in the center of Kyushu.
There is one of the Japan’s three great castles, Kumamoto Castle. Shimotori shopping
street is one of the largest shopping arcades in Japan where you can enjoy shopping
and local cuisines.
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Schedule After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Nagasaki === Drive to Shimabara port, 1 hour and 30 minutes → Shimabara port to Kumamoto port by a ferry : 60minutes or by a Ocean Arrow :30minutes, Drive to Kumamoto, 30 minutes === Lunch at Sakurano-baba Josaien located at the foot of Kumamoto Castle restaurants offer an opportunity to enjoy Kumamoto’s distinctive food culture, and many shops sell Kumamoto souvenirs as well as items found only at Josaien Visit Kumamoto Castle One of the three great castles and the current castle was built in 1601 by Kiyomasa Kato, a great commander and took 7 years to complete. Exploring Suizenji-koen Park Imitated the beautiful scenery of Japan, is a refined circular garden of Momoyama period style
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Day 4 Takachiho
Takachiho is located in the south is Aso and offers dynamic nature Takachiho Gorge.
The gorge has been created by volcanic activity of Aso for many years. The V-shaped
narrow and deep gorge formed by columnar joins is made by erosion due to water flow
of the Gokase river over many years.
In addition, Takachino is the birthplace of Japan’s indigenous religion, Shinto.
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Schedule After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Kumamoto === Drive to Takachiho, 2 hours === Lunch at local restaurant at Takachiho Exploring Takachiho Gorge Flows down the base of the gorge on a rental boat, the spot you can see waterfalls and the columnar shaped valley together is rare in the world Visit Amamo Iwato Shrine The birth place of Japanese indigenous religion, Shinto. Takachiho is the site of one of the best known legends of Japanese mythology.
=== Drive to Aso, 1 hour and 30 minutes ===
Dinner at the Hotel Stay in Aso onsen |
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Day 5 Aso
Aso is located almost in the center of Kyushu and possesses the world’s largest
Caldera with 18km west-east and 24km north-south, created by 4 periods of explosive
volcanic activity in the ancient times.
The Caldela is surounding the Outer edge mountain with a circumference of around 120 km
In the Aso Caldera.
The many Aso Onsen resorts were created due to volcanic activity during ancient times.
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Schedule Breakfast at the Hotel Exploring Aso Drive to Aso mountain area using Aso Minami Panorama line Visit Kusasenri-ga-hama the beautiful prairie of 785,000 square meter in the crater, spreads in northern part of Mount Eboshi that is one of the Aso Five Mountains. the largest active volcano in Japan, its peak is 1506m above sea level. You can see the crater from the summit if weather conditions are allowded Lunch at local restaurant Drive down to North Aso area using Aso Higashi Panorama Line One the best photo spot in Aso; you can see the perfect view of the Mount Aso, consecutive five mountain
Dinner at the Hotel Stay in Aso onsen |
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Day 6 Yufuin
Yufuin is a beautiful and tranquil Onsen resort located in the Yufuin Basin spreads
out at the foot of Mount Yufu.
Many tourist visit here through the year for enjoying nature.
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Schedule After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Aso === Drive to Kokonoe, 1 hour === Exploring Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi The longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Japan, beautiful view from the thrilling suspension bridge over the Naruko river valley Drive to Yufuin, 30 minutes === Yufuin is beautiful and tranquil Onsen Resort harmonized with nature Lunch at local restaurant in Yufuin such as local cuisine Seiro mushi, Yufumabushi or Sobe noodle Exploring Yunotsubo avenue Started near JR Yufuin Station and connected to Kinrinko lake There are 70 shops, gift shop, galleries, curiosity item shops as well as cafes Kinrinko lake and Floral Village are recommended
=== Drive to Beppu, 40 minutes ===
Dinner at the Hotel Stay in Beppu onsen |
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Day 7 Beppu
Beppu is one of the most famous Onsen resort in Japan. Beppu Onsen resort is located
on a slope from mount Tsurumi to facing Beppu Bay where onsen steam rising from any
places. Boasting more than 2,800 hot spring sources and flowing rate of nearly 137,000
kiloliters per day, Beppu is considered a paradise of hot springs famous for
high therapeutic effects.
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Schedule Breakfast at the Hotel === Drive to Mount Tsurumi Ropeway station, 30 minutes === Go up to Mount Tsurumi by the Ropeway Soaring 1375 metres into the sky, and a breathtaking view overlooking Beppu can be enjoyed Lunch at local restaurant in Beppu Sea food or Jigoku mushi kobo, the ingredients are cooked by Onsen steam Beppu Hell tour experience The most famous sights, the collection of hot spring where water bubbles forth from underground Visit Umijigoku and Chinoeke jigoku
Dinner at the Hotel Stay in Beppu onsen |
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Day 8 Yanagawa
Yanagawa is a beautiful canal town where with fields of flat land facing the calm Ariake
Sea. The area of Yanagawa was created by reclamation of shallow Ariake Sea which
has existed since and the canal was constructed for people’s lives and agriculture.
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Schedule After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Beppu === Drive to Yanagawa using Expressway, 2 hoiurs and 30 minutes === Yanagawa is the Beautiful Canal town Yanagawa, and is a former Castle town facing the Ariake Sea and spreading in the Chikugo plain the most recommended experience, a small boat slowly go down the river skillfully maneuvered by a boatman with bamboo pole Lunch : to be selected Eel or Sea food Eel Cuisine : Yanagawa is the birthplace of Steamed Eel that has more than 300 years history. Sea food Cuisine : Yanagawa is facing to Ariake Sea where many fresh and unique fishes
=== Drive to Fukuoka using Expressway, 1 hour and 30 minutes ===
Dinner at the restaurant in Fukuoka Stay in Fukuoka |
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Day 9 Fukuoka
Fukuoka is the biggest city in Kyushu and is considered the gateway to the country due to it’s close
proximity to the Asian mainland. This energetic and bustling city is the center of Kyushu’s
politics, economy, culture, fashion and tourism.
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Schedule Breakfast at the Hotel Free and Easy in Fukuoka
Dinner at the restaurant in Fukuoka Stay in Fukuoka |
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Traveling route
Tailor-made guided tour 9 days Kyushu Golden route tour 7 days Nature tour
8 days Southern & Central region tour 6 days International region tour
Christian Pilgrimage tour 6 days Christian Pilgrimage tour 8 days Christian Pilgrimage tour
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7 days Nature, Onsen and local cuisine tour
Kyushu has the most amazing, beautiful and dynamic Nature that you have never seen,
and has unique Onsen resorts which cannot be found anywhere else.
We can also offer the Meals such as various local cuisines and traditional and authentic
Japanese dishes at any of the places and destinations you wish to visit.
How to travel
The Private vehicle is used as for transportation and Tour guide is used for making
pleasant travel in accordance with the Itinerary.
When you have an idea or a plan for traveling in Kyushu, Japan, please contact us
by sending an Enquiry.
Enquiry form, please click the link below and write your enquiries.
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We will be delighted to create a proposal exclusively and expressly for you.
Where to visit
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Day 1 : Depart from Fukuoka → Ukiha and Asakura Day 2 : Yufuin Day 3 : Beppu Day 4 : Aso Day 5 : Takachiho Day 6 : Yanagawa Day 7 : Fukuoka |
Itinerary
Ukiha and Asakura are located in the Kyushu’s largest Chikugo plain spreading in the
Chikugo River basin, about 50km southeast of Fukuoka-city.
The main industries are agriculture and tourism, the fruit picking experience
can be enjoyed. There are Castle town Akizuki in the mountain foot of Furushiro, and
Harazuru onsen alone the Chikugo river.
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Schedule
Welcome to Fukuoka! You will be greeted our representative
=== Drive to Ukiha spread in the Chikugo using Expressway, about 1 hoiur ===
Fruits picking such as persimmon, strawberry and apple
Visit Ukiha Inari Shrine
Lunch at authentic Japanese restaurant, Shirakabe
Visit Shochu brewery
Check in Harazuru Onsen Resort, in Asakura
The quality hot spring is weakly alkaline and sulfur is mixed and
has the effect of dropping old horn and creating beautiful skin.
Dinner at the Hotel
Stay in Harazuru onsen
Day 2 Yufuin
Yufuin is a beautiful and tranquil Onsen resort located in the Yufuin Basin spreads
out at the foot of Mount Yufu.
Many tourist visit here through the year for enjoying nature.
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Schedule
After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Harazuru Onsen
=== Drive to Kokonoe using Expressway, 1 hour and 15 mnutes ===
Exploring Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi
The longest pedestrian suspension bridge in Japan, beautiful
view from the thrilling suspension bridge over the Naruko
river valley
=== Drive to Yufuin, 30 minutes ===
Lunch at local restaurant in Yufuin
such as local cuisine Seiro mushi, Yufumabushi or Sobe noodle
Exploring Yunotsubo avenue
Started near JR Yufuin Station and connected to Kinrinko lake
There are 70 shops, gift shop, galleries, curiosity item shops as
well as cafes Kinrinko lake and Floral Village are recommended
=== Drive to Beppu, 40 minutes ===
Dinner at the Hotel
Stay in Beppu onsen
Day 3 Beppu
Beppu is one of the most famous Onsen resort in Japan. Beppu Onsen resort is located
on a slope from mount Tsurumi to facing Beppu Bay where onsen steam rising from any
places. Boasting more than 2,800 hot spring sources and flowing rate of nearly 137,000
kiloliters per day, Beppu is considered a paradise of hot springs famous for
high therapeutic effects.
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Schedule Beakfast at the Hotel === Drive to Mount Tsurumi Ropeway station, 30 minutes === Go up to Mount Tsurumi by the Ropeway Soaring 1375 metres into the sky, and a breathtaking view overlooking Beppu can be enjoyed Lunch at local restaurant in Beppu Sea food or Jigoku mushi kobo, the ingredients are cooked by Onsen steam Beppu Hell tour experience The most famous sights, the collection of hot spring where water bubbles forth from underground Visit Umi jigoku and Chinoeke jigoku
Dinner at the Hotel Stay in Beppu onsen |
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Day 4 Aso
Aso is located almost in the center of Kyushu and possesses the world’s largest
Caldera with 18km west-east and 24km north-south, created by 4 periods of explosive
volcanic activity in the ancient times.
The Caldela is surounding the Outer edge mountain with a circumference of around 120 km
In the Aso Caldera.
The many Aso Onsen resorts were created due to volcanic activity during ancient times.
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Schedule
After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Beppu
=== Drive to Aso, 1 hour and 40 minutes ===
One the best photo spot in Aso; you can see the perfect view of the
Mount Aso, consecutive five mountain
Lunch at local restaurant ; enjoy Aso beef and local cuisine Aso dengaku
Drive to Aso mountain area using Aso Kita Panorama line
Visit Kusasenri-ga-hama
the beautiful prairie of 785,000 square meter in the crater, spreads in
northern part of Mount Eboshi that is one of the Aso Five Mountains.
the largest active volcano in Japan, its peak is 1592 m above sea level.
You can see the crater from the summit if weather conditions are allowed
Drive down to South Aso area using Aso Minami Panorama Line
Dinner at the Hotel
Stay in Aso onsen
Day 5 Takachiho
Takachiho is located in the south is Aso and offers dynamic nature Takachiho Gorge.
The gorge has been created by volcanic activity of Aso for many years. The V-shaped
narrow and deep gorge formed by columnar joins is made by erosion due to water flow
of the Gokase river over many years.
In addition, In addition, Takachino is the birthplace of Japan’s indigenous religion, Shinto.
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Schedule Breakfast at the Hotel === Drive to Takachiho, 1 hour and 15 minutes === Takachiho offers dynamic and beautiful Takachiho Gorge Lunch at local restaurant at Takachiho Exploring Takachiho Gorge The narrow chasm cut through the rock by the Gokase River. The nearly sheer cliffs lining the gorge a re made of slow forming volcanic basalt columns. Flows down the base of the gorge on a rental boat, the spot you can see waterfalls and the columnar shaped valley together is rare in the world Visit Amamo Iwato Shrine The birth place of Japanese indigenous religion, Shinto. Takachiho is the site of one of the best known legends of Japanese mythology.
=== Drive to Aso, 1 hour and 15 minutes ===
Dinner at the Hotel Stay in Aso onsen |
Day 6 Yanagawa
Yanagawa is a beautiful canal town where with fields of flat land facing the calm Ariake
Sea. The area of Yanagawa was created by reclamation of shallow Ariake Sea which
has existed since and the canal was constructed for people’s lives and agriculture.
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Schedule After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Aso === Drive to Yanagasa, using Expressway, 1 hour and 45 minutes === Yanagawa is the Beautiful Canal town Yanagawa, and is a former Castle town facing the Ariake Sea and spreading in the Chikugo plain the most recommended experience, asmall boat slowly go down the river skillfully maneuvered by a boatman with bamboo pole Lunch : to be selected Eel or Sea food Eel Cuisine : Yanagawa is the birthplace of Steamed Eel that has more than 300 years history. Sea food Cuisine : Yanagawa is facing to Ariake Sea where many fresh and unique fishes === Drive to Fukuoka using Expressway, 1 hour and 30 minutes ===
Dinner at the restaurant in Fukuoka Stay in Fukuoka |
Day 7 Fukuoka
Fukuoka is the biggest city in Kyushu and is considered the gateway to the country due to
it’s close proximity to the Asian mainland. This energetic and bustling city is the center of
Kyushu’s politics, economy, culture, fashion and tourism.
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Schedule
Breakfast at the Hotel
Free and Easy in Fukuoka
Dinner at the restaurant in Fukuoka
Stay in Fukuoka
Traveling route
Tailor-made guided tour 9 days Kyushu Golden route tour 7 days Nature tour
8 days Southern & Central region tour 6 days International region tour
Christian Pilgrimage tour 6 days Christian Pilgrimage tour 8 days Christian Pilgrimage tour
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6 days International region tour
The northwestern coastline of Kyushu faces overseas countries and many areas
of the region have developed as international cities.
The areas to introduce are Nagasaki, Shimabara, Unzen, Dazaifu, Kitakyushu
and Fukuoka.
How to travel
The Private vehicle is used as for transportation and Tour guide is used for making
pleasant travel in accordance with the Itinerary.
When you have an idea or a plan for traveling in Kyushu, Japan, please contact us
by sending an Enquiry.
Enquiry form, please click the link below and write your enquiries.
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We will be delighted to create a proposal exclusively and expressly for you.
Where to visit
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Day 1 : Depart from Fukuoka → Nagasaki Day 2 : Nagasaki Day 4 : Dazaifu Day 5 : Kitakyushu Day 6 : Fukuoka |
Itinerary
Nagasaki is located in the northwest of Kyushu and has a natural harbor suitable for
trade with overseas countries.
And then, Nagasaki became Japan’s first international city and has a unique culture that
is a mix of European, Chinese and Japanese cultures.
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Schedule
Welcome to Fukuoka, you will be greeted our representative.
=== Drive to Nagasaki using Expressway, 2 hours ===
Go to top of Mount Inasa using the Slope car
Enjoy the magnificent view of Nagasaki from 333 meters sumint
Lunch at Dejima Wharf
Exploring Dejima
the artificial island used as a Dutch trading port and it was only open
gateway to Europe during Japan’s National isolation until 1853
Dinner at the restaurant in Nagasaki
Stay in Nagasaki
Nagasaki has many features, like a microcosm of Japanese history, including
Japanese Christianity, internationalization, industrial modernization, and a desire
for World Peace.
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Schedule
Breakfast at the Hotel
Visiting the places for World Peace, the Atomic Bomb dropped in 1945
・Peace Park ; Peace Statue, Peace Fountain
Lunch at China town
One of the big three China town in Japan
Visit Glover Garden
Located on Minami-Yamate hill in Nagasaki, Glover Garden has nine Western style
buildings including the Glover’s Residence which is also listed on UNESCO
World Heritage
Listed on UNESCO World Heritage and is Japan’s oldest Gothic-style Cathedral
Dinner at the restaurant in Nagasaki
Stay in Nagasaki
Shimabara spreads in the foot of gentle Mount Unzen and facing to Ariale sea.
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 Nagasaki.
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Schedule
After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Nagasaki
=== Drive to Shimabara, 1 hour and 30 minutes ===
Exploring Shimabara where is a Castle town
Visit Shimabara Castle
Lunch, local cuisine
=== Drive to Unzen, 30 minutes ===
Visit Nita Pass
Exploring Unzen jigoku
Dinner at the Hotel
Stay in Unzen onsen
Dazaifu is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Fukuoka-prefecture
to experience Japanese traditional culture. From the late 7th century to the late
12th century, Dazaifu was the western capital of Japan and controlled Kyushu.
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Schedule
After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Unzen
=== Drive to Dazaifu using Expressway, 2 hours and 30 minutes ===
Exploring Dazaifu
Site of Dazaifu Government Office
Shrine approach path
Visit Dazaifu tenmangu shrine
Drive to Kitakyushu using Expressway, 1 hour and 30 minutes ===
Dinner at the restaurant in Kitakyushu
Stay in Kiyakyushu
Kitakyushu is the 2nd largest city in Kyushu and is located at the northern tip of Kyushu.
It is the gateway between Kyushu and Honshu and has long between important location
for industry shipping and land transport. Kitakyushu was chosen for Japan’s modern steel
industry from the 17 candidate locations selected all over Japan and Steel works operation
was started in 1901. Since then the city greatly contributed to Japan’s Industrial modernization.
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Schedule
After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Kiyakyushu
Exploring Kitakyushu
Visit Kokura Castle
Exploring Mojiko Retro
Lunch at Mojiko Retro
Exploring Higashida
=== Drive to Fukuoka usig Expressway, 1 hours and 15 minuted ===
Dinner at the restaurant in Fukuoka
Stay in Fukuoka
Fukuoka is the biggest city in Kyushu and is considered the gateway to the country due to it’s close
proximity to the Asian mainland. This energetic and bustling city is the center of Kyushu’s
politics, economy, culture, fashion and tourism.
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Schedule
Breakfast at the Hotel
Free and Easy in Fukuoka
Dinner at the restaurant in Fukuoka
Stay in Fukuoka
Traveling route
Tailor-made guided tour 9 days Kyushu Golden route tour 7 days Nature tour
8 days Southern & Central region tour 6 days International region tour
Christian Pilgrimage tour 6 days Christian Pilgrimage tour 8 days Christian Pilgrimage tour
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8 days Southern & Central regions tour
Southern region of Kyushu, Kagoshima and Miyazaki have different climates,
Nature, cultures and cosines meals from other regions in Kyushu.
Central region, Aso has dynamic Nature.
Diverse Nature and Onsen resort of Kyushu can be enjoyed in this tour.
How to travel
The Private vehicle is used as for transportation and Tour guide is used for making
pleasant travel in accorddance with the Itinerary.
When you have an idea or a plan for traveling in Kyushu, Japan, please contact us
by sending an Enquiry.
Enquiry form, please click the link below and write your enquiries.
↓ ↓
We will be delighted to create a proposal exclusively and expressly for you.
Where to visit
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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 |
Itinerary
Day 1 Kumamoto
Kumamoto is the 3rd largest city in Kyushu located almost in the center of Kyushu.
There is one of the Japan’s three great castles, Kumamoto Castle. Shimotori shopping
street is one of the largest shopping arcades in Japan where you can enjoy shopping
and local cuisines.
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Schedule
Welcome to Fukuoka, you will be greeted our representative.
=== Drive to Kumamoto using Expressway, 2 hoiurs ===
Lunch at Sakurano-baba Josaien
located at the foot of Kumamoto Castle, restaurants offer an opportunity to enjoy
Kumamoto’s distinctive food culture, and many shops sell Kumamoto souvenirs
Visit Kumamoto Castle
One of the three great castles and the current castle was built in 1601
by Kiyomasa Kato
Exploring Suizenji–koen Park
Imitated the beautiful scenery of Japan, is a refined circular garden
of Momoyama period style
Dinner at the restaurant in Kumamoto
Stay in Kumamoto
Day 2 Ibusuki & Satsuma Peninsula
Ibusuki is known for it’s Onsen Resort, and it’s famous natural steam sand baths
located on Kinko bay. To the east the Satsuma peninsula offers spectacular ocean views.
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Schedule
After breakfast, check out the Hote in Kumamoto
=== Drive to Kagoshima-prefecture using Expressway, 2 hours and 30 minutes ===
Exploring Satsuma peninsula
calm countryside extends 50 kilometers south from Kagoshima.
Visit Ikeda-ko lake
the largest lake in Kyushu and is known as the legendary
monster called Issy was live in
Visit Nagasaki-bana
cape of the southernmost point of Satsuma peninsula,
Ryugu Shrine that Urashima Taro legendary shrine
Drive to Ibusuki ; Onsen resort represented Kyushu.
Enjoy Ibusuki steaming sand baths along Kinko bay beach.
Dinner at the Hotel
Stay in Ibusuki onsen
Day 3 Kagoshima
Kagoshima is the southern most major city in Kyushu and from here you can see
Sakura-jima Island and it’s active volcano from which smoke and steam rise across
Kagoshima Bay.
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Schedule
After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Ibusuki
=== Drive to Kagoshima, 1 hour and 30 minutes ===
Visit Sengan-en
the most famous garden in Kagoshima, made by Shimazu lord in the 19th century
at the beautiful bay side Kinko bay. The garden contains Shoko Shuseikan registered
on the UNESCO World Heritage
Lunch at restaurant, Ohkatei at Sengan-en, enjoy Satsuma local cuisine.
Transfer to Sakura-jim Island by Sakura-jima Ferry from Kagoshima
port to Sakura-jima port takes 15 minutes
Exploring Salura-jima Island where there is active volcano with three
peaks, Kita-dake, Naka-dake and still active Minami-dake
Visit Sakura-jima, Yunohira Observatory , Arimura Lava Observatory
Transfer to Kagoshima by Sakura-jima Ferry
Dinner at the restaurant in Kagoshima
Stay in Kagoshima
Day 4 Nichinan & Miyazaki
Miyazaki & Nichinan are facing the Pacific Ocean with a beautiful coastline contains placed
of natural beauty, like Aoshima and Toi-misaki Cape. Also, Miyazaki Sea Gaia, a comprehensive
resort complex complete with a wildlife park, golf courses and hotels.
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Schedule
After breakfast, check out the Hote in Kagoshima
=== Drive to Nichinan coast, 2 hours and 30 minutes ===
Exploring Toi Cape
Wild horses are living called Misaki-uma that are the descendants of
army horses left grazing and which became wild 300 years ago
=== Driving Nichinan coast enjoying subtropical scenery, 1 hour ===
Visit Udo Shrine
Beautiful and exciting shine in the cave of the cliff side facing the Pacific Ocean
in legend, a goddess of sea built a hut to give birth to a great god here.
=== Drive to north along Nichinan coast, 30 minutes ===
Visit Horikiri Pass
one of the best scenic spot in Nichinan ; The 60m altitude pass
allows you to look down at a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean.
Dinner at the restaurant in Miyazaki
Stay in Miyazaki
Day 5 Takachiho
Takachiho is located in the south is Aso and offers dynamic nature Takachiho Gorge.
The gorge has been created by volcanic activity of Aso for many years. The V-shaped
narrow and deep gorge formed by columnar joins is made by erosion due to water flow
of the Gokase river over many years.
In addition, In addition, Takachino is the birthplace of Japan’s indigenous religion, Shinto.
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Schedule
After breakfast, check out the Hote in Miyazaki
=== Drive to Takachiho using Expressway, 2 hours ===
Exploring Takachiho Gorge
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.
flows down the base of the gorge on a rental boat. the spot you can see
waterfalls and the columnar shaped valley together is rare in the world.
Visit Amamo Iwato Shrine
The birth place of Japanese indigenous religion, Shinto. Takachiho
is the site of one of the best known legends of Japanese mythology.
=== Drive to Aso, 1 hour ===
Dinner at the Hotel
Stay in Aso onsen
Day 6 Aso
Aso is located almost in the center of Kyushu and possesses the world’s largest
Caldera with 18km west-east and 24km north-south, created by 4 periods of explosive
volcanic activity in the ancient times.
The Caldela is surounding the Outer edge mountain with a circumference of around 120 km
In the Aso Caldera.
The many Aso Onsen resorts were created due to volcanic activity during ancient times.
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Schedule
Breakfast at the Hotel
Exploring Aso all the day
Drive to Aso mountain area using Aso Minami Panorama line
Visit Kusasenri-ga-hama
the beautiful prairie of 785,000 square meter in the crater, spreads in
northern part of Mount Eboshi that is one of the Aso Five Mountains.
the largest active volcano in Japan, its peak is 1506m above sea level.
You can see the crater from the summit if weather conditions are allowded
Lunch at local restaurant
Drive down to North Aso area using Aso Higashi Panorama Line
One the best photo spot in Aso; you can see the perfect view of the
Mount Aso, consecutive five mountain
Dinner at the Hotel
Stay in Aso onsen
Day 7 Yanagawa
Yanagawa is a beautiful canal town where with fields of flat land facing the calm Ariake
Sea. The area of Yanagawa was created by reclamation of shallow Ariake Sea which
has existed since and the canal was constructed for people’s lives and agriculture.
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Schedule After breakfast, check out the Hotel in Aso === Drive to Yanagasa using Expressway, 2 hoiurs and 30 minutes === Yanagawa is the Beautiful Canal town Yanagawa, and is a former Castle town facing the Ariake Sea and spreading in the Chikugo plain the most recommended experience, asmall boat slowly go down the river skillfully maneuvered by a boatman with bamboo pole Lunch : to be selected Eel or Sea food Eel cuisine : Yanagawa is the birthplace of Steamed Eel that has more than 300 years history. Sea food cuisine : Yanagawa is facing to Ariake Sea where many fresh and unique fishes
=== Drive to Fukuoka using Expressway, 1 hour and 30 minutes ===
Dinner at the restaurant in Fukuoka Stay in Fukuoka |
Day 8 Fukuoka
Fukuoka is the biggest city in Kyushu and is considered the gateway to the country due to it’s close
proximity to the Asian mainland. This energetic and bustling city is the center of Kyushu’s
politics, economy, culture, fashion and tourism.
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Schedule
Breakfast at the Hotel
Free and Easy in Fukuoka
Dinner at the restaurant in Fukuoka
Stay in Fukuoka
Traveling route
Tailor-made guided tour 9 days Kyushu Golden route tour 7 days Nature tour
8 days Southern & Central region tour 6 days International region tour
Christian Pilgrimage tour 6 days Christian Pilgrimage tour 8 days Christian Pilgrimage tour
Tour guide
Our range Guided tours Service utilized Private vehicle.
Japan is surrounded by the sea and and has a unique history.
Until about 160 years ago, it was closed to foreign countries and outside influences due
to its isolationist policy, with the exception of only few countries involved in trade. During
this period, Japan developed a fascinating culture and created many unique customs
which we wish to introduce and share with foreign customers from all over the world.
Also, since there has been non- existent to extremely limited trade with other countries
for so many years, only a limited number of people can speak English.
Therefore, we use English-speaking guide to introduce the charms of Japan and provide
a pleasant, enjoyable, smooth and stress free travel experience.
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For small groups of less than 7 people, a private vehicle is used with an English-speaking
driver guides throughout the trip in accordance with the Itinerary.
For larger groups of 7 or more, a chartered bus is utilized with a Licensed English-speaking
guide that will takes you to pleasant places in accordance with Itinerary.
Ability of our guides
Tourist brochures and websites only provide general and basic information about tourist spots.
Our guides are knowledgeable in all fields and areas of interest regarding the locations to be
visited and can provide important assistance and answer any questions you may have.
Such as providing insightful information about Nature, Onsen resorts, off the beaten path locations,
traditional arts and crafts, authentic cuisine, Japanese religion and Japanese Christianity.
Also they are familiar with local history, architecture (shrine, castle), culture, contemporary
lifestyle, restaurants, shopping areas and other attractions.
What our guides do best
They can take action quickly, seamlessly and efficiently to meet your various travel needs and
therefore provide you with an enjoyable, exciting and relaxing journey.
Our guides also have great international awareness and good communication skills.
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Accommodation arrangement
Japan has a wide variety of accommodations that cannot be described simply as either
Western-style hotels or Japanese-style hotels. For example:
Onsen Resort Accommodation
Most of these accommodations offer Japanese-style service, and include dinner.
The accommodation buildings are either Japanese-style or a modern architectural style
that is in harmony with the surrounding nature. Most of the rooms are equipped with
modern beds, and some accommodations have open-air bath rooms .
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Tourist destinations accommodation
Most accommodations are in attractive modern architectural styles and many of these
offer breakfast but no dinner.
When choosing a place to stay, we certainly consider not only the services of the
Accommodation, but also the access to restaurants, facilities and tourist attractions.
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Accommodation Market research
In order to provide the suitable Accommodation, we stay at a wide range of Hotels from
economy class to luxury class to confirm and assess all aspects such as the availability
of all included items, and the standard and quality of the Service.
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The Blossom Hakata Premier, in Fukuoka-city
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Phoenix Seagaia Resort, in Miyazaki
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Unzen Fukudaya, in Unzen Onsen
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Ohana, cultural asset, in Yanagawa
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Wataya Besso, in Ureshino Onsen
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Meal arrangment
Experiencing Japanese cuisine culture is one of the great pleasures and treasures of traveling.
Japanese food and culture is inextricably entwined and has been created by the various factors
of each region such as natural features, landscape, local climate and geography, farming
practices and specializations as well as historical influences.
Therefore, there are many unique and special flavors to savor in each local cuisine and every
authentic Japanese meal.
We visit various kinds of restaurants and eating establishments to share the experience of
enjoying their meals and the standards of their service.
Eel restaurant, in Yanagawa, Fukuoka-prefecture
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Food stalls, Hakata ramen Yatai, Fukuoka-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
Food stalls “Yatai” is one thing to enjoy in Fukuoka. Despite a decline in recent year, there
are said to be more than 160. The food stalls have all kind of food, but you have to try
Hakata ramen, usually made with white soup from pork bone and thin noodles. When you
order, you can specify noodle texture, such as yawa, meaning “soft”, or bari-kata, meaning
“very hard”. In local dialect bari means “very”. Anther unique thing is kaedama.
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Mitsui Club restaurant, in Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
The Japanese and Western Restaurant at the Mitsui Club. You can enjoy grilled curry that
originated from Moji Port. Mitsui Club was built by the Mitsui Co., Ltd in 1921 as a reception
center and to provide accommodation for VIP’s. It is now designated as an important cultural
property. Dr. Albert Einstein who awarded Nobel Prize in Physics stayed here.
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Restaurants at JR Kokura station, in Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
Ekikara 30 po Yokocho, is the restaurant floor at 1st floor of AMU Place, JR Kokura station.
There are various type of Japanese style restaurant including Ramen restaurant.
Lunch and dinner can be enjoyed.
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Ichiran-no-mori, in Itoshima, Fukuoka-prefecture
Let’s enoy Hakara Ramen. Ichiran is an authentic tonkotsu ramen (pork born soup ramen) restaurant,
established in 1960. The ramen producing factory can be visited and various type of ramen can be
enjoyed at Ichiran-no-mori.
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Oyster Barbecue Hut, in Itoshima, Fukuoka-prefecture
Itoshima oyster growing up in the rich nature of mountain and sea Itoshima oyster features
mellow and sweet taste. There are many Oyster Barbecue Huts at five fishing harbours.
The huts only open during the season, from end of October to March or April.
The huts are simple in construction; just big vinyl tents filled with a few dozen tables, each with
their own grill. You can get oysters, sazae (sea snails), prawns, fish and other seafood, fresh as
fresh can be, by the crate.
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Transportation & Tour guide arrangement
We offer the Package tour traveling in Kyushu by the use of a Private vehicle
as for a transportation and escorted by English-speaking driver or Licensed tour guide.
In Kyushu, Public transportation such as JR and Bus only cover major cities.
However, by using a Private vehicle, you can enjoy traveling to various attractive
tourist destinations such as nature, Onsen resorts, and unique cities.
Private vehicle
Type of the private vehicle is selected depending on the number of traveler and luggage, and
preference of car.
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1)Small number of travelers ; up to 6 or 7 person
・Private vehicle : Taxi with 9 seats or with 4 seats
・Tour guide : English-speaking driver
2) Large number of travelers ; more than 6 or 7 person
・Private vehicle : Bus ( Coach ) with 25 seats, or 30 seats or 45 seats
・Tour guide : Licensed English speaking Tour guide
Tour guide
1)Small number of travelers ; up to 6 or 7 person
English-speaking driver takes you any placed as per Itinerary and works as tour guide.
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2)Large number of travelers ; more than 6 or 7 person
Licenced English-speaking Tour guide
No matter how many times you’ve visited Japan, a Licensed tour guide will help you
see Japan, Kyushu in a new light. Go on a comfortable and informative journey,
seeing and doing things like a local. This is the best way to experience Japan and
Kyushu in depth and on a whole new level.
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From tradition, culture, and history to modern-day customs and fashion, you can take in-depth tours
of Japan with a knowledgeable guide. Enjoy far more than you could on your own traveling with
someone who is at home and familiar with the area.
Note : Chinese speaking driver for a private vehicle or Licenced Chinese speaking guide also can be
organized
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Experiences arrangement
Yanagawa canal boat cruise, in Fukuoka-prefecture
Yanagawa Canal boat cruise is to board a small boat called the Donkobune
and slowly go down the river skillfully maneuvered by a boatman with
bamboo pole.
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You will enjoy a leisurely cruise along the streets and houses which still retain
some remnants of castle town, hearing the boatman’s explanation of the history
and landscape of Yanagawa. You can also enjoy the specialty of Yanagawa eel
steamed in basket called “Unagi-no-seiromushi” on the boat.
Fruits harvest experience, in Fukuoka-prefecture
Let’s enjoy harvesting Fruits. In the harvest time, the northern Kyushu boasts many area
with beautiful fruit orchards. Fukuoka is one of the leading fruit-producing prefecture in all
Japan. The fruit production in Fukuoka is primarily concentrated in the southern Chikugo
region such as Ukiha, Asakura and Tanushimaru.
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Strawberry : December through May, in Ukiha and Yame
Grape : August to beginning of October, in Ukiha and Tanushimaru
Persimmon : Middle of October to beginning of December, in Asakura,
Ukiha and Tanushimaru
Apple : August to December, in Asakura and Kama
Samurai experience, in Kumamoto-city, Kumamoto-prefecture
Discover the spirit of Miyamoto Musashi who was the strongest Sumurai in Japan.
You can learn the real Samurai swordsmanship and sprituality that has been
passed down for 380 years.
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Japan KYUSHU Tourist can organized Samurai Experience in Kumamoto.
Aso Tourist Tram, in Aso, Kumamoto-prefecture
Enjoy the magnificent scenery of Aso. The Minami Aso railway is a private railroad
offering a very scenic ride from Takamori to Nakamatsu in the south east of the
caldera.
Lovely and magnificent scenery can be enjoyed on a pleasant 30 minute train ride.
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Amakusa cruise, in Kumamoto-prefecture
Amakusa cruise
You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Amakusa from the sea on a cruise.
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Net fishing experience, in Itoshima, Fukuoka-prefecture
This is one of the traditional fishing methods using fishing net in which the fish are
caught by pulling both end of rope by hand.
The net is set up by boat so that it is spread over the points where fish are likely to gather,
and the rope is returned to the shore.
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Trail, Trekking and Cycling
Hakata temple & shrine town trail, in Fukuoka-prefecture
Hakata temple and shrine town is located within walking distance of JR ]Hakata Station and
there are many Temples and Shrines where you can feel and soak up the ambience of true
traditional Japanese culture.
The history of Hakata temple and shrine town started with the dispatch of Japanese cultural and
political missions to China in the 7th century. Afterwards the area prospered as the hub of Hakata,
which at the time was the largest port trading city in Japan.
There are many valuable artefacts and monuments here, including Tochoji temple, Kushida
Shrine, Jotenji temple, Shofukuji temple as well as Engakuji temple.
It is also surprising that Hakata has little recognition for being the origin of many culinary staples
such as Udon and Soba noodles, Manju (steamed bun), Uiro (steamed cake made of rice flour),
and traditional beverages like Japanese green tea.
This important historical area is also the location of Japan’s first Zen-temple and Shingon-temple.
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Maple Yaba Cycling Road, in Nakatsu, Oita-prefecture
Maple Yaba Cycling Road is a bicycle path that uses the abandoned Yabakei
Railway line and was established in 1982. As it uses the old railway line,
the gradient is gentle and it is a recommended cycling course for beginners.
You can enjoy many scenic spots such as the autumn leaves and the “Ao no Cave
” made famous by Kikuchi Kan’s “Beyond Gratitude and Revenge”, and it is a
cycling road with a wide variety of routes including tunnels and iron bridges that
use the old railway line.
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Trekking in Hiraodai Karst Plateau, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
Hiraodai Karst Plateau is also part of Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park along with Mount Sarakura
and one of the three largest karst plateau in Japan along with the Akiyoshi-dai Plateau and the
Shikoku Karst. It is located in southeastern part of Kitakyushu-city. At altitudes between 400 and
600 meters above sea level and stretching 6 km from north to south and 2 km from east to west.
There are a lot of hiking courses you can enjoy, and best season are spring and autumn.
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Trekking in Mount Sarakura, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
Mount Satakura is a part of Kitakyushu Quasi-National Park and is located in Yahata-higashi.
The height of the mountain is 633 metre from the sea level. The 8 courses have developed from
Mount Sarakura Cable Car Station to the summit of the mountain.
It takes about 120 minutes and form Cable Car Station to the top of the mountain.
Spectacular view from the summit of mount Sarakura can be enjoyed.
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