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Kyushu Travel Guides

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Kyushu is Japan's third-largest island and one of its most diverse regions — from Fukuoka's urban energy and Beppu's geothermal landscapes to Nagasaki's historical depth and Kagoshima's active volcano. These guides span the island's cities, transport options, festivals, and day trip routes.

Hyotan Onsen Visitor Guide: 10 Essential Tips for Your Trip

Master your visit to the Michelin 3-star Hyotan Onsen with our guide to sand baths, steam-cooking, Kamenoi bus routes, and the best nearby Beppu Hells.

5/21/2026

Kenji Tanaka

Mount Tsurumi & Beppu Ropeway Visitor Guide: Hike or Ride?

Plan your trip to Mount Tsurumi with our guide to the Beppu Ropeway, hiking trails, summit shrines, and the best seasonal views in Oita.

5/21/2026

Kenji Tanaka

Myoban Onsen Visitor Guide: 10 Best Things to Do & See

Plan your Myoban Onsen trip with our visitor guide. Discover top bathhouses, the famous hell-steamed pudding, bus pass tips, and hidden gems in Beppu.

5/21/2026

Kenji Tanaka

Takegawara Onsen Visitor Guide: 10 Essential Tips

Plan your visit to Takegawara Onsen with our 2026 guide. Includes sand bath procedures, same-day reservation tips, prices, and nearby 'hell-steamed' food picks.

5/21/2026

Kenji Tanaka

Kirishima Jingu Shrine Visitor Guide: National Treasures & Tips

Discover Kirishima Jingu Shrine with our expert guide. Explore National Treasures, the legend of Ninigi-no-Mikoto, and practical tips for access and etiquette.

5/21/2026

Kenji Tanaka

Sakurajima Visitor Guide: 8 Essential Tips & Attractions

Plan your trip to Japan's most active volcano with our Sakurajima visitor guide. Covers ferry logistics, top observatories, safety tips, and hidden gems.

5/21/2026

Kenji Tanaka

Sengan-en Visitor Guide: 10 Essential Planning Tips

Plan your Sengan-en visit with our expert guide. Covers Shimazu history, Sakurajima views, UNESCO sites, and nearby gems like vinegar breweries and whisky.

5/21/2026

Kenji Tanaka

Tenmonkan Visitor Guide: Kagoshima's Best Shopping & Dining

Plan your trip with our Tenmonkan visitor guide. Discover top shopping arcades, Kagoshima's best shabu-shabu restaurants, and practical tips for volcano views.

5/21/2026

Kenji Tanaka

Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine Visitor Guide: 8 Essential Tips & Highlights

Plan your visit to Dazaifu Tenmangu with our expert guide. Includes the 7 must-see highlights, gourmet Umegae Mochi tips, and how to navigate the 2026 renovations.

5/20/2026

Kenji Tanaka

8 Things to Know: Fukuoka Castle Ruins (Maizuru Park) Visitor Guide

Plan your visit to the Fukuoka Castle Ruins (Maizuru Park) with our 8-point guide covering history, cherry blossom timing, transport from Hakata, and nearby Ohori Park.

5/20/2026

Kenji Tanaka

Kushida Shrine Visitor Guide Travel Guide

Plan kushida shrine visitor guide with top picks, neighborhood context, timing tips, and practical booking advice for a smoother trip.

5/20/2026

Kenji Tanaka

Ohori Park Visitor Guide: A 2-Day Fukuoka Itinerary

Plan your trip with our Ohori Park visitor guide. Discover top sights, lake activities, and local food tips for a perfect 2-day Fukuoka stay.

5/20/2026

Kenji Tanaka