Onsen in Kyushu Culture Tour

Upon your arrival in Tokyo, your driver will welcome you at your airport’s arrival hall and get you to your hotel in a private vehicle.

One of our pro English-speaking guides shall assist you throughout your trip.

Among the hundreds of Tenmangu Shrines throughout Japan, Dazaifu's is the most important one alongside Kyoto's Kitano Tenmangu. Tenmangu Shrines are dedicated to the spirit of Sugawara Michizane, a scholar and politician of the Heian Period. Because of his great learning, Michizane has been associated with Tenjin, a Shinto deity of education, and is popular among students.

Kyushu National Museum opened in 2005, becoming Japan's fourth national museum. The others, located in Tokyo , Kyoto  and Nara , were all built in the late 19th century, and the Kyushu museum is by far the most architecturally adventurous. Its glass walls reflect the sky and mountains behind and help the entire building blend into the surrounding scenery.

Nanzoin Temple in Sasaguri, Fukuoka Prefecture, is home to what is possibly the world's biggest bronze statue.  The Reclining Buddha's dimensions are impressive, 41 meters in length, 11 meters in height, and weighing in at 300 tons it dwarfs the famous giant bronze Buddha statues of Kamakura and Nara.

Canal City Hakata is a large shopping and entertainment complex, calling itself a "city within the city". Attractions include about 250 shops, cafes and restaurants, a theater, game center, cinemas, two hotels and a canal running through the complex.

Ichiran-no-mori is a unique blend of restaurant, museum, and ramen production for Japan's cherished tonkatsu ramen chain. Freshly made noodles are transported daily from the workshop to the store below, allowing visitors to relish their unique textures and flavors. Explore the ramen-making process through windows into the dough production. The Tonkotsu Ramen Museum inside delves into Ichiran's history, offering a special weekly menu, including the distinct Ichiba tonkotsu and rich Jimi tonkotsu. The souvenir shop features exclusive ramen and soup packages. In the Teahouse Garden of Sound and Light, unwind in a vast clover field with a nightly sound and light show, complemented by drinks and sweets for a relaxing experience.

Meoto Iwa, also known as the Wedded Rocks, are two sacred rocks located near Futami, a small town in Ise City, by the Futami-Okitama Shrine. Symbolizing a husband and wife, the larger rock represents the husband, and the smaller one, the wife. Connected by a shimenawa rope, these rocks mark the boundary between the spiritual and earthly realms. An annual tradition involves replacing the shimenawa rope three times, underscoring the sacred bond of this spiritual connection.

Dive into the heart of Itoshima Island's Oyster Huts, where the sea whispers tales of culinary excellence. Explore these relaxed havens intricately connected with the local fishing industry. Here, you'll get to order fresh oysters and seafood and watch as skilled cooks season and cook them to perfection. 

Shiraito Falls, one of Japan’s most beautiful falls, are on the Itoshima Peninsula, in the southwestern foothills of Mount Fuji. Guests may visit the falls all year, but they are particularly popular in the hot summer months.

Standing above the Momochi district is 234m-tall Fukuoka Tower, Japan's tallest seaside spire, a symbol of the city.  Guests can visit the observation deck at 123m for soaking up views of the city.

Yanagawa, often dubbed "the city of water" and "the Venice of Kyushu," boasts 930 kilometers of waterways initially constructed for irrigation from the Chikugo River. Today, visitors can enjoy tranquil donkobune flatboat cruises guided by boatmen in traditional attire, immersing themselves in Yanagawa's water-centric charm.

Kumamoto Castle is one of the most impressive castles in Japan.  With large castle grounds and a variety of buildings, Kumamoto Castle offers its visitors one of the most complete castle experiences in Japan.

Suizenji Garden is a spacious, Japanese style landscape garden in Kumamoto, best enjoyed by strolling along a circular path. It was built by the Hosokawa family in the 17th century. The garden reproduces the 53 post stations of the Tokaido, the important road, which connected Edo with Kyoto during the Edo Period, in miniature form, including a small Mt. Fuji.

Kumamon Square is the" "office" "of the famous mascot Kumamon of Kumamoto Prefecture. The bear mascot was created in 2011 to improve public relations in Kumamoto. Kumamon works as an official of the prefecture and is with the dual roles of sales manager and sales manager Happiness Manager for Kumamoto Prefecture.

Visit Mount Aso, an active volcano in Kyushu. Marvel at the sight of the volcano’s ancient caldera—one of the world's largest—spanning a 25 km diameter and over 100 km in circumference. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the heart of this geological wonder.

Explore the scenic beauty of Kusasenri, a grassy plain in Kumamoto, renowned for its breathtaking view of the volcanically active Nakadake Peak. With Mt. Aso Geopark's central peaks as a backdrop, the landscape transforms with the changing seasons, providing beauty year-round. The expansive emerald green grassland plateau features horses grazing by a large pond. Guests can also enjoy activities such as horse riding and hiking at this gorgeous plateau.

Embark on a sky-high adventure as you traverse the Kokonoe Yume Grand Suspension Bridge in western Oita Prefecture. Japan's longest and loftiest pedestrian bridge, it offers panoramic vistas of Oita's lush countryside, featuring two waterfalls, the Naruko River, and a valley 173 meters below, creating an unforgettable walking-on-air experience.

Explore the heart of Yufuin on Yunotsubo Kaido Street, which stretches from Yufuin Station to Lake Kinrinko. Spend an hour or two exploring unique shops, cafes, and galleries, where you can delight in local delicacies and take in the charming ambiance, making it an ideal spot to shop and wind down, all against the backdrop of Mt. Yufu.

On cold days at Lake Kinrin, the lakes' freshwater and hot springs form a misty blanket. Named "Golden Fish Scale" for the fish that shimmer at sunset, this peaceful tourist spot offers beautiful scenery year round.

Discover the mysterious and temperamental springs of Beppu in its Kannawa and Kamegawa regions, collectively known as Beppu's Jigoku or the Seven Hells of Beppu. Witness the mesmerizing display of the otherworldly expulsions of gas, iron oxide-rich steam, and bubbling hot mud, which have captivated vistors and locals since ancient times.

Enjoy your final day in Japan until your guide arrives to escort you to Fukuoka airport for your departing flight.