Kyushu Grand Loop
The definitive first-timer's Kyushu circuit
Itinerary Overview
Cover Kyushu's greatest hits in a week: Fukuoka's street food, Nagasaki's history, Kumamoto's castle, and the steaming onsen of Beppu and Yufuin. Travels entirely by Shinkansen and limited express — no car required.
The Route
Trip Highlights
Sample Day-by-Day Plan
Day 1: Fukuoka
Spend the day exploring Fukuoka's main attractions. Start the morning at the most visited landmark, enjoy local cuisine for lunch, and spend the afternoon at your leisure — either exploring more sights or relaxing at your accommodation. Evening is the perfect time for a traditional kaiseki dinner.
Day 2: Nagasaki
Spend the day exploring Nagasaki's main attractions. Start the morning at the most visited landmark, enjoy local cuisine for lunch, and spend the afternoon at your leisure — either exploring more sights or relaxing at your accommodation. Evening is the perfect time for a traditional kaiseki dinner.
Day 3: Kumamoto
Spend the day exploring Kumamoto's main attractions. Start the morning at the most visited landmark, enjoy local cuisine for lunch, and spend the afternoon at your leisure — either exploring more sights or relaxing at your accommodation. Evening is the perfect time for a traditional kaiseki dinner.
Day 4: Aso
Spend the day exploring Aso's main attractions. Start the morning at the most visited landmark, enjoy local cuisine for lunch, and spend the afternoon at your leisure — either exploring more sights or relaxing at your accommodation. Evening is the perfect time for a traditional kaiseki dinner.
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