Major cities in Kyushu
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. Fukuoka International Airport with direct flights from from Asia, Guam
and Honolulu. So when visiting Kyushu, the city is a great starting point for exploring Kyushu.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Kitakyushu is 2nd largest city in Kyushu with 920,000 population. Kitakyushu possesses
numerous tourist attractions. Nature areas including Mt. Sarakura where the most dynamic
night view in the World, Castle town area Kokura where Japanese traditional culture can be
experienced, Mojiko Retro facing Kanmon Strait where beautiful Strait and also Industrial
area Yahata where is industrial area has many Industrial Heritages.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Nagasaki is a International city in Japan with a history of trading with many countries since
Nagasaki port opened in 1571. The city has many tourist places with hidden Japanese historical
significance. It was the Gateway to foreign countries and the first area where Christianity spread.
It played a major part in Japan’s industrial modernization and was the site of the Atomic bomb
used in WW2.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Kumamoto is the 3rd largest city in Kyushu located almost in the center of Kyushu, with Aso
region on the east side and the Ariake Sea on the west side. 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.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
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. Kagoshima
prospered in the Edo period as a castle town. Tenmonkan is the biggest shopping arcade
and here you can dine on local cuisines, especially succulent meats and also enjoy the
vibrant night life, bars and restaurants.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Map of Kyushu
Home Our Services Tailor-made guided tour Christian Pilgrimage tour Golf tour
Kyushu Travel Guide Kyushu Photo Collection Off the beaten path What our Customers have to say
Onsen resort
Harazuru, in Fukuoka-prefecture
A tranquil Onsen Resort near Fukuoka-city, located in Asakura-city on the banks of
Chikugo River. The quality hot spring is weakly alkaline and sulfur is mixed and has
the effect of dropping old horn and creating beautiful skin.
|
|
|
 |
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.
 |
 |
 |
Beautiful highland Onsen Resort situated Unzen National Park. The area was the first area to
be designated as a National Park in Japan. Whether you are taking in the stunning panoramic
views from top one of the many peaks including Nita-toge Pass or looking up these volcanic
mountains or Fugen, you will marvel at the spectacular scenery.
 |
 |
 |
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 many Onsen resorts were created due to volcanic activity during ancient times,
such as Southern part of Aso, Northern part of Aso, Uchinomaki, Kurokawa, Kikuchi.
 |
 |
 |
it is best known for its steaming sand baths along the beach, where bathers in a yukata, or
Japanese bathrobe get buried in the sand up to their neck. The sand heated by steam
containing marine minerals is scientifically proven to have therapeutic effects on neuralgia,
rheumatism, back pain and other ailments.
|
|
 |
|
Map of Kyushu
Home Our Services Tailor-made guided tour Christian Pilgrimage tour Golf tour
Kyushu Travel Guide Kyushu Photo Collection Off the beaten path What our Customers have to say
Nature in Kyushu
The beautiful prairie of 785,000 square meter in the crater. Spreads in northern part of
Mt. Eboshi that is one of the Aso five Mountains.
A big pond at its center and grazing horses round about make an idyllic scene.
Visitors can enjoy the various seasons from its vivid green summer to the fantastic silvery
winter, as well as riding horses and strolling around throughout the year.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Mount Naka is a part of Mount Aso.
Mount Aso is consist of five consecutive mountain located in the Caldera where is
25 km across north to south and 18 km across east to west.
The most exciting mountain is Mount Naka with an altitude os 1506m which is the
largest active volcano in Japan.
You can see the Crater from the top, depending on the weather condition.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Daikanbo is located on the northern part of outer edge of the Aso Caldera. The perfect spot view
the northern part of caldera and the Aso five mountains. The must visiting tourist spot in Aso,
The circumference of the Aso caldera is about 130 kilometers. From the observation site, you
can clearly see its conical shape. Early in the morning, the clouds had spread out below us, and
hung over the caldera as if they were a large sea.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Aso South Panorama line, in Aso
The Aso Panorama line is the Aso mountain roads that leads to the summit of Mount Five mountains.
There are three routes, and the most recommended are South and North Panorama
lines. Aso South Panorama line is connected from Minami-Aso to Aso Five mountains area.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Aso North Panorama line, in Aso
Aso North Panorama line is connected from Aso-city to Aso Five mountains.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Our Services for Kyushu tours
Various type of customized tours can be created in Kyushu.
Our tour is used Private vehicle and Tour guide and including Accommodation
and Meal arrangement.
Currently we are preparing the following tour packages.
In Kyushu, Public transportation such as JR and Bus only cover Major cities.
However, by using Private vehicle, you can enjoy traveling to various attractive
tourist destinations such as Nature, Onsen resorts, and off the beaten path.
 |
 |
 |
Japanese Christianity has a Unique history of continuing faith while coexisting with
Japanese religion and general society.
The Christian Pilgrimage package tours traveling Christian sites such as
Churches & Cathedrals and Christian Pilgrimage sites including museums in Nagasaki region.
 |
 |
 |
The Golf Package tour in Kyushu.
The packeage consist of consist of a Private vehicle, arrangement of Golf courses,
Accommodation, and English speaking tour attendant.
Sightseeing other enjoyable Experiences are arranged if required
 |
 |
 |
Home Tailor-made guided tour Christian Pilgrimage tour Golf tour
Kyushu Travel Guide Kyushu Photo Collection Off the beaten path What our Customers have to say
Private vehicle for Kyushu tour
Our service is a Package tour by the use of Private vehicle as for a transportation.
In Kyushu, Public transportation such as JR train and Bus only covers major cities.
However, by using Private vehicles, you can enjoy traveling to various attractive
tourist destinations such as Nature, Onsen resorts, and those off the beaten path.
Private vehicle is utilized as per number of persons and duration of the tour.
Small group travelers ; less than 7 persons
・ Japan Taxi : max 3 persons
・ TOYOTA VELLFIRE : max 5 persons
・ TOYOTA HIACE : max 8 persons
TOYOTA VELLFIRE
 |
 |
|
| TOYOTA HIACE | ||
 |
 |
English-speaking driver escorts you in accordance with the Itinerary.
Chinese-speaking driver is available.
Large group travelers ; more than 7 persons
・Small size bus : max 25 persons
・Medium size bus : max 30 persons
・Large size bus : max 45 persons
 |
 |
Licensed English-speaking guide takes you the pleasant places in accordance
with the Itinerary.
Licensed Chinease-speaking guide is available.
Home Our Services Tailor-made guided tour Christian Pilgrimage tour Golf tour
Kyushu Travel Guide Kyushu Photo Collection Off the beaten path What our Customers have to say
Tailor-made guided tour
The tour is used Private vehicle and Tour guide and including Accommodation
and Meal arrangement.
In Kyushu, Public transportation such as JR train and Bus only covers Major cities.
However, by using Private vehicles, you can enjoy traveling to various attractive
tourist destinations such as Nature, Onsen resorts, and those off the beaten path.
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.
↓ ↓
Model Itinerary
We would like to make your optimal Itinerary based on the following model
Itineraries we have for tours in Kyushu.
For more information, click the photos
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, natural beauty,
geography, industry and economy.
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.
 |
 |
 |
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.
 |
|
 |
8 days Southern & Central region tour
The Southern regions of Kyushu, called Kagoshima and Miyazaki have different climates,
nature, culture and cuisine compared to other the regions in Kyushu.
The Central region of Aso has a dynamic nature including active volcanoes.
The diverse and varied nature of Kyushu can be exquisitely enjoyed on this tour.
 |
 |
 |
6 days International region tour
The northwestern coastline of Kyushu faces the overseas countries and many areas of
this region have developed as international cities.
The areas of such interest we would like to introduce include Nagasaki, Shimabara,
Unzen, Dazaifu, Kitakyushu and Fukuoka.
 |
|
 |
Short duration tours in Kyushu
Many kinds of fascinating natural, historical and man-made (including architectural and
industrial) tourist destinations are located in the northern part of Kyushu.
The tour starts from Fukuoka.
 |
 |
 |
|
・Yanagawa & Dazaifu one-day tour
・2 days Yufuin & Beppu Onsen tour
|
Map of Kyushu
Home Our Services Tailor-made guided tour Christian Pilgrimage tour Golf tour
Kyushu Travel Guide Kyushu Photo Collection Off the beaten path What our Customers have to say
Off the beaten path
Nanzoin temple, Reclining Buddha statue, in Fukuoka-prefecture
Nanzoin is a Shingon Buddhist Temple in Sasaguri, Fukuoka-prefecture.
It is notable for its bronze statue of a reclining Buddha, said to be the largest
bronze statue in the world.
Completed in 1995, the giant bronze Reclining Buddha statue, known as Nehanzo,
depicts the historical Buddha at the moment of his death and entry into nirvana.
The statue’s impressive dimensions and intricate details make it a sight to behold,
attracting visitors from all over the world.
length : 41m, height : 11m, weight 330ton
|
|
|
|
 |
|
|
Munakata and Fukutsu, in Fukuoka-prefecture
Munakata Region is located in the west part of Fukuoka-prefecture facing the Genkai Sea.
There are many beautiful seas and religious sites that have UNESCO World Heritage status
including the Sacred Island of Okinoshima and other Associated Sites.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Ukiha Inari shrine, in Fukuoka-prefectuere
Breath taking scenery in harmony with the Shrine. Ukiha Inari Shrine, located at foot of Mino
mountain range, 130 m height from sea level. The 90 vermilion coloured Torii Gates stand on
the 300 steps stairs is introduced you from bottom area to the Shrine main building.
From the Shrine compound, a breath taking panoramic view of Chikugo plain in harmony with
Torii Gate can be enjoyed.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Yame Central Tea Plantation, in Fukuoka-prefecture
The country of Green Tea, Yame. The Green Tea grown in Yame is one of the
highest grade of tea throughout Japan. This is the large Tea plantation spreading
on a gently sloping hilly area, about 70 ha.
There is an observatory at the top of hill, Ariake bay as well as Shimabara
Peninsula in Nagasaki-prefecture can be seen on sunny days.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Kyushu Travel Guide Kyushu Photo Collection Off the beaten path What our Customers have to say
Home Our Services About us Contact us Terms and Conditions Privacy Policy Staff Blog
Tailor-made tour in Kyushu
We are delighted offer the package tours for traveling Kyushu exclusively for you.
Start and end place of the tour is Fukuoka.
All of our tours are customized tours includes transportation and accommodation.
The tour is planned as per the following conditions
・Number of participant, composition of the group ; family or other group,
・Accommodation ; room type, grade, meals
・Meals ; preference, allergy, Halal, physical condition, any other issues to be
considered
・Transportation
Private vehicle is utilized in accordance with number of persons and duration
Chartered taxi : max 8 persons
Chartered bus : max 30 persons
Model Itineraries Make an Enquiry
We have various Model Iineraries of Kyushu tours starting from Fukuoka.
Please find the most suit your condition and then contact us by sending
an Enquiry.
 |
Exploring the whole of Kyushu, and visiting the major destinations in Kyushu. Start from Fukuoka. Day 1 : Nagasaki ; harmony with foreign countries cultures, stay Nagasaki Day 2 : beautiful Castle town Shimabara, gentle Onsen resort Unzen, stay Unzen Day 3 : one of Japan’s largest Castle town Kumamoto, stay in Kumamoto |
|
Day 4 : harmonized with subtropical nature Satuma peninsla, stay Ibusuki Onsen famous for sand bath Day 5 : southern most city Kagoshima and the active volcano Sakura-jima Island, stay Kagoshima Day 6 : Nisihnan and Miyazaki facing the Pacific Ocean, stay Miyazaki Day 7 : Takachiho with dynamic and beautiful Gorge, stay Aso Day 8 : Aso, the world’s largest caldera and active volcano, stay Aso Day 9 : one of Japan’s most famous Onsen resort Yufuin and Beppu, stay Beppu Day 10 : Kitakyushu, offer the most dynamic night veiw in the world, stay Kitakyushu Day 11 : return to Fukuoka, Free and Easy, stay Fukuoka Day 12 : return to Home |
|
8 days enjoy nature, Onsen and local speciality tour
 |
This is the recomended tour exploring the featured destinations while enjoying Nature, Onsen and local speciality. Start from Fukuoka Day 1 : Ukiha ; many orchards spread out, stay Harazuru Onsen Day 2 : one of Japan’s most famous Onsen resort Beppu, stay Beppu |
|
Day 3 : A beautiful and tranquil Onsen Resort Yufuin, stay in Yufuin Day 4 : Takachiho with dynamic and beautiful Gorge, stay Aso Day 5 : Aso, the world’s largest caldera and active volcano, stay Aso Day 6 : beautiful canal town Yanagawa, stay Fukuoka Day 7 : Free and Easy, stay Fukuoka Day 8 : return to Home |
|
9 days Northern & Central Kyushu tour
 |
Exploring Northern & Central Kyushu from Fukuoka, and enjoying variety of nature in each region and diversity of culture. Start from Fukuoka. Day 1 : Ureshino famous for its tea, stay Nagasaki Day 2 : Nagasaki, in harmony with foreign countries cultures, stay Nagasaki Day 3 : beautiful Castle town Shimabara, gentle Onsen resort Unzen, stay Unzen |
|
Day 4 : one of Japan’s largest Castle town Kumamoto, stay in Kumamoto Day 5 : Aso, the world’s largest caldera and active volcano, stay Aso Day 6 : one of Japan’s most famous Onsen resort Yufuin and Beppu, stay Beppu Day 7 : Kitakyushu, offer the most dynamic night veiw in the world, stay Kitakyushu Day 8 : return to Fukuoka, Free and Easy, stay Fukuoka Day 9 : return to Home |
|
9 days Southern & Central Kyushu tour
 |
Exploring Southern & Central Kyushu from Fukuoka and enjoy diverse nature. Start from Fukuoka Day 1 : one of Japan’s largest Castle town Kumamoto, stay Ibisuki Onsen famous for sand bath Day 2 : harmonized with subtropical nature Satuma peninsla, stay Kagoshima |
|
Day 3 : southern most city Kagoshima and the active volcano Sakura-jima Island, stay Kagoshima Day 4 : Nisihnan and Miyazaki facing the Pacific Ocean, stay Miyazaki Day 5 : Takachiho with dynamic and beautiful Gorge, stay Aso Day 6 : Aso, the world’s largest caldera and active volcano, stay Aso Day 7 : beautiful canal town Yanagawa, stay Fukuoka Day 8 : Free and Easy, stay Fukuoka Day 9 : return to Home |
|
 |
Exploring Northern & Central Kyushu from Fukuoka, and enjoying beautiful Japanese local scenery and numerous unique cultures. Start from Fukuoka Day 1 : Ureshino famous for its tea, stay Nagasaki Day 2 : Nagasaki, in harmony with foreign countries cultures, stay Nagasaki |
|
Day 3 : beautiful Castle town Shimabara, gentle Onsen resort Unzen, stay Unzen Day 4 : beautiful canal town Yanagawa, stay Kitakyushu Day 7 : exploring Kitakyushu, offer the most dynamic night veiw in the world, stay Kitakyushu Day 8 : return to Fukuoka, Free and Easy, stay Fukuoka Day 9 : return to Home |
|
Short duration tours in Kyushu
 |
Many kind of fascinating tourist destinations are in northern part of Kyushu. The starting and end of the tour is Fukuoka. |
|
2 days Yufuin & Beppu Onsen tour 2 days Kitakyushu tour, enjoy the most dynamic night veiw in the World |
|
Kyushu
Home Our Services About us Contact us Terms and Conditions Privacy Policy
Self-guided tour
This is the journey to explore by yourself independently without a escorted Tour leader
or Tour guide. Our Self-guided tour make it easy to explore the Kyushu by yourself
with our support every step of the way.
Mainly use JR and local transportation, and also use a private vehicle for a smooth trip
in the areas where Local transportation are not convenient.
・Tour date : please specify the date
・Accommodation, selected from budget hotels to luxury properties
・Local transportation
・Private vehicle (taxi) in the areas where Local transportation are not convenient
If Private vehicle is used in or from Fukuoka-city, English or Chinese speaking
drivers are available.
Prior to start the tour, our staff will meet you at Tour starting place such as
Fukuoka airport or Hotel, and provide all the information for the tour.
For more information e-mail us : info@japan-kyushu-tourist.com or call : +81-93-521-8897
Featured tours
 |
Exploring throughout Kyushu where is the fascinating destination of Japan like no others. Where to explore are Nagasaki, Shimabara, Unzen, Kumamoto, Ibusuki, Kagoshima, Sakurajima island, Nichinan and Miyazaki, Hyuga, Takachiho, Aso, Yufuin, Beppu, Kitakyushu and Fukuoka. |
Northern & Central Kyushu 8 days tour
 |
Many fascinating tourist destinations are concentrated in this area and a lot of Photo spots on the way to main tourist destinations. Where to explore are Nagasaki, Shimabara, Unzen, Kumamoto, Kurokawa Onsen, Aso, Yufuin, Beppu, Kitakyushu and Fukuoka. |
 |
The city in harmony with foreign countries cultures. The cultures of Nagasaki have been created since Japan began exchanging with foreign countries during the National isolation period. The city have many oversea countries cultures and also the significant Japanese histories like no other areas. |
 |
The dynamic nature of Aso and Takachiho where is spreading around Mount Aso. Mount Aso is the largest active volcano in Japan, is among the largest in the world and has a fairly large caldera which is one of the largest caldera in the world, 25 km north-south and 18 km east-west with a circumference of around 120 km, although sources vary on the exact distance. |
Christian Pilgrimage 3 days tour
 |
Where to visit are Pilgrimage sites in Sotome, Nagasaki-ty, Shimabara and Unzen. Christian history in Japan was started when St. Francis Xavier came to Japan as a first Christian missionary in 1549. Then Christianity was spread in Nagasaki region. During ban on Christianity, people secretly continued to faith while surviving in the midst of the conventional society and Japanese religions. |
Featured destinations in Kyushu
Home Tailor-made tours Study tours Christian Pilgrimage tours Golf tour Kyushu tour packages
Our Services
Japan KYUSHU Tourist is the Specialist of Fukuoka and Kyushu tours.
We offers various types of customized private tours and trips exclusively for you.
Your own customized tour can be planned based on your purpose and interest of journey.
Our Services
 |
Our Tailor-made tour is being offered for a group with maximum 30 person as the package tour including a chartered vehicle, a English speaking guide or driver, accommodations, as well as meals. we can design your customized tour exactly matches your requirements and preferences. Tailor-made tour results |
 |
Our Study tour is being offered for Schools, Universities, companies and any other groups. The places where we are proceeding the study tours are Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-city and Nagasaki-city. We have various themes of study such as Environment, Solid Waste management, Industry, Science, Geography, Architecture as well as Economy. Study tour results |
 |
Fukuoka and Kyushu are Paradises of Golf. Kyushu has about 250 golf courses and you can play golf comfortably throughout the year because it is warmer than other areas in Japan. Our Golf tour is a package tour including arrangement of golf courses, transportation, accommodations and any other extras you may need such as sightseeing and meals arrangement. Golf tour results |
Our customers from all over the World : 46 countries so far
Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Peru, Colombia, Chile, USA, Canada, Singapore, Malaysia
Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Hong Kong, China, Korea, Taiwan, Laos, Bangladesh
Mongolia, Cambodia, Myanmar, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Kyrgyz, Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq
Turkey, Finland, England, Scotland, Italy, France, Netherlands, Germany, Australia, Fiji
Morocco, Egypt, Burkina Faso, Kenya, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Japan
The tour results up to now are shown links below.
Tailor-made tour result Study tour result Golf tour result
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
And we would love to chat about your travel plans on the phone as well,
please ring our office a call in English
Tel : +81-93-521-8897
Address : AIM buiding 6th floor, 3-8-1 Asano, Kokura-kitaku, Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture
HOME About us Our Services Terms and Conditions