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Kyushu Travel Itinerary - Best of Kyushu

Comprehensive, well-structured regional guide and suggested multi-day itinerary covering Fukuoka, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, Yakushima, Aso and hot-spring towns; great for first-time Kyushu planners. (japan-guide.com)

Yakushima

Official Visit Kyushu blog post focused on Yakushima island: highlights treks through ancient cedar forests, logistics (access and trail tips), and must-see nature sites. (visit-kyushu.com)

Mount Aso: Nature at Its Most Majestic

Visit Kyushu blog post about Mount Aso and surrounding Aso-Kuju National Park with practical advice for viewpoints, crater-area access, nearby onsen and seasonal notes. (visit-kyushu.com)

Kyushu Travel (Kyushu Journeys)

Independently written, experience-driven travelogue covering prefecture-by-prefecture highlights (Aso, Beppu, Hitoyoshi, onsen towns), recovery notes after natural disasters, and personal tips for slower, nature-focused travel. (kyushujourneys.com)

Kyushu Travel Guide

Practical, up-to-date traveler guide and itinerary (updated Sep 1, 2024) with recommended routes, food tips, transport advice and suggested stays across northern and southern Kyushu. (mytravelbuzzg.com)

Mount Aso

Aso City, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture

One of the world’s largest volcanic calderas with a long history of eruptions shaping the landscape; a central natural landmark of Kyushu and an important site for local agriculture and tourism.

Kumamoto Castle

1-1 Honmaru, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture

A historic and imposing feudal castle first completed in the early 17th century, famous for its fortifications and role in regional history; heavily repaired and partially restored after the 2016 earthquakes.

Nagasaki Peace Park

Hamamachi, Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture

A memorial park established after the 1945 atomic bombing to commemorate victims and promote peace; the site includes monuments, sculptures and the nearby Atomic Bomb Museum.

Beppu Hot Spring (Beppu Onsen Districts)

Beppu City, Oita Prefecture (Kannawa, Myoban and other districts)

One of Japan’s most famous hot-spring centers with numerous onsen types and steam-related cultural practices; historically prized for therapeutic and communal bathing.

Yakushima (Yakusugi Forests)

Yakushima Island, Kumage District, Kagoshima Prefecture

A UNESCO World Heritage Island known for ancient yakusugi cedar trees, high rainfall and unique biodiversity; culturally and ecologically significant to Kyushu.

Onsen Hopping in Beppu and Yufuin

Visit multiple hot-spring neighborhoods to sample different bathing styles (rotenburo/outdoor baths, sand baths, steam-cooking experiences) and relax in traditional ryokan settings.

Beppu and Yufuin are distinct onsen hubs—Beppu for variety and spectacle, Yufuin for boutique charm—both show Kyushu’s deep onsen culture.

Explore Mount Aso and Aso Caldera

Drive or take tours around the massive Aso caldera, visit vantage points, short hikes and the Aso Volcano Museum to learn about volcanic geology.

Mount Aso is one of the world’s largest calderas—dramatic landscapes, grasslands and active-volcano views make it an unforgettable outdoor experience.

Street Food & Yatai Experience in Fukuoka

Spend an evening sampling multiple small dishes from the iconic yatai food stalls—ramen, yakitori, oden and more—while mingling with locals.

Yatai encapsulates Fukuoka’s social dining culture and is one of the most accessible ways to taste regional specialties in a lively atmosphere.

Visit Nagasaki Peace Sites and Glover Garden

Tour Nagasaki’s Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum, then wander Glover Garden and the foreign settlement areas to see historical architecture and gardens.

Combines important 20th-century history with Nagasaki’s unique multicultural heritage and scenic hillside gardens.

Trek the Ancient Cedar Forests of Yakushima

Hike trails to see millennia-old cedar trees (yakusugi), moss-draped forests and dramatic coastal scenery—day treks and multi-day routes available.

Yakushima’s UNESCO-listed ecosystems are iconic and atmospheric; the island inspired Studio Ghibli’s forest imagery and rewards hikers with primeval nature.