My partner and I are visiting the Kyushu region for the first time in late April. We will be staying in Fukuoka and make it as our base. We are after scenery, food, history and everyday activities the locals enjoy.
I’ve built an itinerary to make the most of the JR pass although I do understand that we may have to still pay for public transport that aren’t covered by our pass. Also willing to drive to hard to reach places especially if highly recommended.
Day 1
•Fly in and get settled in Fukuoka
•Kushida shrine in Hakata
•Ohori park in Hakata
•Canal city Hakata
•Tenjin
Day 2
•Head to Yufuin and explore Yu No Tsubo street
•Head to Beppu
•Mt Tsurumi ropeway
•Umi onsen and greenhouse
•Private bath in Hyotan onsen
Day 3
•Head to Ukiha
•Ukiha inari shrine
•Tsuzura rice terrace
•Head to Kitsuki city for the samurai history
or
•Head to Nagasaki and explore
or
•Head to Shimonoseki for the Karato fish market
•Head to Kitakyushu for the Mt Sarakura ropeway views
OR
Day 3
•Head to Aso
•Hike up to Nakadake crater
Day 4
•Train to Hiroshima
Any thoughts?
