Things to Do in Kyushu, Japan
The volcanic south: active craters, some of Japan's best onsen, and gateways to the Ryukyu islands.
91 destinations across 7 prefectures
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Places to Visit in Kyushu
Aoshima
Aoshima - Subtropical Island and Devil's Washboard
A small island connected to the mainland by a bridge, surrounded by unique wave-eroded rock forma...
Nanzoin Temple
Home of the World's Largest Bronze Reclining Buddha
Shingon Buddhist temple housing the world's largest bronze reclining Buddha statue at 41 meters l...
Amakusa Islands
Hidden Christian Heritage Islands in the Amakusa Sea
Scenic archipelago with Hidden Christian heritage, dolphin watching, pristine coastline, and fres...
Yoshinogari Historical Park
Yoshinogari is Japan's largest Yayoi-period archaeological site, featuring reconstructed ancient ...
Karatsu
Karatsu - Castle Town of Pottery and Festivals
A historic castle town on Saga's northern coast, renowned for its centuries-old Karatsu-yaki pott...
Kirishima Onsen
Highland Hot Springs in Volcanic Mountain Country
Cluster of mountain hot spring resorts in the volcanic Kirishima highlands, offering diverse mine...
Ohori Park
Fukuoka's Most Beautiful Urban Park
Expansive lakeside park in central Fukuoka built around the former moat of Fukuoka Castle, popula...
Kirishima Shrine
Mountain Shrine of the Divine Descent
Grand vermillion shrine dedicated to the deity Ninigi-no-Mikoto who descended from heaven to foun...
Oka Castle Ruins
Mountaintop Castle Ruins that Inspired Japan's Most Famous Song
Dramatic hilltop castle ruins that inspired the beloved song Kojo no Tsuki, offering spectacular ...
Sakurajima
Sakurajima Volcano
One of Japan's most active volcanoes rising from Kagoshima Bay, accessible by a short ferry ride.
Kagoshima
A vibrant southern city facing the active Sakurajima volcano across the bay, known for its subtro...
Oita City
Gateway to Onsen Country
Prefectural capital serving as the gateway to Beppu and Yufuin, known for toriten chicken tempura...
Kitakyushu
Industrial Heritage City with Night Views from Mt. Sarakura
Major port city known for Kokura Castle, the spectacular night views from Mount Sarakura, and the...
Dazaifu Tenmangu
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
Revered shrine dedicated to the deity of learning, attracting millions of students seeking academ...
Hakata Machiya Folk Museum
Window into Hakata's Traditional Merchant Culture
Small folk museum preserving Hakata's traditional merchant culture with Meiji-era machiya townhou...