Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture

Kitakyushu is the 2nd largest city in Kyushu with a population of 920,00 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.

Kitakyushu possesses numerous natural wonders and tourist attractions.

Nature arears including Mt. Sarakura where is one of the most spectacular and dynamic

night views in the world can be seen, Hiraodai Karst Plateau & Cave, Kanmon strait as well 

well as Wakamatsu North Coast. 

Oshim island Trail, Fukuoka-prefecture

Oshima Island located 11 km from Konominato Port in Munakata-city, and is the largest

island in Fukuoka-prefecture. The population of the island is around 700.

It takes 25 minutes by Oshima ferry and 15 minutes by Shiokaze ferry.

There are two World Heritage Shrines, Munakata Shrine Nakatsu-gu and Munakata Shrine 

Okitsu-gu Yohaishho, those Shrines are registered as Sacred Island Okinoshiam and

Associated site in the Munakata Region.

You can enjoy beautiful nature at any places where you visit including Windmil Observatory

and Mitake Observatory. 

Kawachi Reservoir Trail

The Kawachi Reservoir is located in Kitakyushu-city, Fukuoka-prefecture, was constructed for the

industrial water supply to Yawata Steel Works. 

The first-class civil construction heritage, the triggered the registration of World Cultural 

Heritage of Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution. 

The dam was constructed at the Okura River and upper stream of the

dam was expanded and making the 7milion cubic metre reservoir.

There is a promenade around the reservoir can be enjoyed trail, which is about 7 km in circumference.

And also a rental cycle is used.

Kujukushima Islands, in Sasebo, Nagasaki-prefecture

Kujukushima Islands, located at the westernmost tip of the Japanese mainland in Kyushu, Sasebo,

Nagasaki-prefecture. There are a picturesque scenic spot consisting of a complex ria coastline

and 208 large and small islands.

There are only four inhabited islands: Kuroshima, Takashima, Maejima, and Todomari Island,

and almost the entire area was designated as the Saikai National Park in 1955.

There is Kujukushima Islands pleasure boat, departing from Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort.

Sakura-jima island, in Kagoshima-prefecture

Sakura-jima Ferry connects Kagoshima-city and Sakurajima in 15 minutes and is

operated for 24 hours.

Takachiho, in Miyazaki-prefecture

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, here is the birthplace of Japanese mythology.

It is the supposed site of legend where Amaterasu, the Shrine

Sun Goddess, disturbed by her brother’s cruel pranks, hid herself in a cave, prompting

the other gods and goddesses to try and lure her out.

Itoshima, in Fukuoka-prefecture

Itoshima is located next to Fukuoka-city, the north side is facing Genkai Sea and has intricate

coastline created by dynamic wave.

The plain and several low mountains between the coastline in the north and Seburu mountain

range in the south create beautiful landscape.

The main industries are fishery and agriculture, including rice, fruits and flowers.

Sake rice is also cultivated and there are also Sake Breweries.

You can enjoy various cuisines such as sea food dish, oyster Barbecue, Sushi as well

as Ramen.

Onsen district Trail at Beppu Kannawa Onsen

Kannawa Onsen is one of the Beppu hatto Onsen ( 8 Onsen) and in Oita-prefecture

Beppu has the largest hot spring output in Japan, and most of the hot springs are concentrated

in Kannawa Onsen. Kannawa Onsen still retains a strong image of a hot spring resort,

with retro townscapes and many of the Beppu Hells tour area.

The area was developed in the 12th century and you can feel Japanese traditional Onsen culture.

Mount Komunji Trail

Mount Komonji is very close to JR Kokura Station and the height is 366 metre from the sea level.

The hiking courses are developed from Adachi-yama forest park to the top of the mountain.

It is very easy hiking and takes about 60 minutes.

From the top, the magnificent view of heart of Kitakyushu-city can be seen.

Shimabara Peninsula, in Nagasaki-prefecture

Shimabara Peninsula is located on the east side of Nagasaki-prefecture.

The peninsula is surrounded by three calm seas and has magnificent nature.

There is a unique landscape created by volcanoes located in the center of

the Peninsula.