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If you’re planning a trip to Japan, this 6-day itinerary will save you a lot of hassle. With airport transfers included, you won’t have to worry about transportation. Every detail of the trip is clearly laid out—just follow along and enjoy! · - Check out this comprehensive guide below ↓ · - Let’s talk about Japan first. Here you’ll find ancient temples over a thousand years old 🏯 that hold the elegance of the Heian period, cherry blossom seas 🌸 beneath Mount Fuji, and lively street izakayas with a warm, local vibe! · - 🗺️ Route overview: D1: Arrive at Fukuoka Airport. Choose the paid 24-hour private transfer to your hotel for rest D2: Mount Aso — Kusasenri Plain — Aso Volcano Museum — Aso Shrine — Kurokawa Onsen Explore the immersive Aso volcanic area and relax in Kurokawa hot springs D3: Shiraito Falls — Raizan Sennyoji Temple — Sakurai Futamigaura Couple Rocks — Keya Gate — Fukuoka Tower — Momochi Seaside Park Visit mountains, sea, and ancient temples around Fukuoka and watch the city’s sunset over the ocean D4: Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine — Beppu Ropeway — Yufuin Street — Yunotsubo Street — Yufuin Floral Village Stroll through ancient temples and fairy-tale towns, and snap photos in healing flower fields D5: Free day in Fukuoka with no car or guide arranged Explore and eat your way through Fukuoka’s local scene at your own pace D6: Depart from Fukuoka. Paid 24-hour private transfer to the airport is optional · - Recommended attractions: 🏔️ Mount Aso: One of the world’s largest volcanic calderas 🌋. The active Nakadake crater offers stunning views! In Aso Kuju National Park, you can see grassland pastures and enjoy hiking or cycling while experiencing traditional local herding life. The best time to visit is from March to December. 🗼 Fukuoka Tower: A tower covered with over 8,000 mirrored panels ✨! During New Year, there are fireworks, sunrise-themed light displays, photo spots, and capsule toy red envelope events that create a festive atmosphere. 🏯 Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine: A sacred place for praying for academic success 🏮. The historic sites by the heart-shaped pond and surrounding flowers make for amazing photos and check-ins! · - ✈️ Before you go: 📄 First, prepare your Japan tourist visa, passport and copies, and a printed itinerary just in case. 🔌 Next, bring a power adapter, portable charger, and fast charger. Japan mainly uses two-prong plugs with limited compatibility. 👖 Finally, pack lightweight sun-protective clothing, breathable long pants, and slip-resistant sandals. August in Japan is hot, rainy, and buggy. · - ↓ Tap the card below to book this group tour with thoughtful airport transfers for a worry-free and comfortable trip
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If you've been to Japan a few times and feel like you know the country quite well, I think you should try going south.

Kyushu gave me a very different feeling about Japan.

The first time I saw pictures of Takachiho Gorge, I had a feeling: I absolutely had to go there.

And when I actually set foot in Kyushu, I realized that the most attractive thing about this place wasn't just the scenery.

It was the feeling of a more liberal, open Japan, less constrained by familiar rules. The pace of life was also more relaxed. And the nature… was truly breathtaking.

Kyushu is a geological area with many active volcanoes, so it has mountain ranges, gorges, lakes, hot springs, and magnificent landscapes created by millions of years of Earth's movement.

Mount Aso (Kumamoto Prefecture) and Sakurajima (Kagoshima Prefecture) are two of Japan's most active volcanoes.

Thanks to its intense volcanic and geothermal activity, Kyushu also accounts for approximately 35% of Japan's total hot spring (onsen) sources, with famous hot spring towns like Beppu and Yufuin.

Much of the island is covered by hills and giant caldera formations created after ancient eruptions.

In particular, it's a land steeped in Japanese mythology. There are places where you can not only admire the scenery but also feel like you're stepping into an ancient tale.

Initially, I planned to use the Seishun 18 Kippu pass to explore Kyushu by local trains, traveling through different regions. However, after researching, I discovered that the most beautiful places in Kyushu are often not located near train stations or with convenient public transportation.

The Takachiho Gorge, mountainous areas, valleys, and volcanic landscapes are often located deep within nature, requiring additional local buses or taxis for transportation, making it quite complicated. Therefore, I chose a day tour with private transportation.

If you're looking for a more unique Japan than Kyoto, Tokyo, or Osaka, try Kyushu. You might discover a Japan you've never known before.
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