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Oita, a prefecture on Japan’s southern-most island of Kyūshū, is world-famous for its incredible hot springs. Towns like Beppu host bathers from around the world. Yet there’s so much more than onsen bathing to do here that it’s a bit of a mystery as to why people aren’t flocking to explore the other parts of…
Kyushu, Japan’s historic gateway to the outside world, has an iconic mix of fire (active volcanoes), water (cool blue seas), and unique wildlife attractions. Here are some of our favorite locations in the southern- and westernmost of the country’s four main islands, which harness these elemental forces of nature in epic ways. Water: Sakurai Futamigaura…
The temple of Futago-ji, in the middle of the Kunisaki Peninsula, was founded in 718 © kai keisuke / Shutterstock Japanese history and legend were made in Kyushu, the country’s southern- and westernmost of its four main islands. Nicknamed ‘Onsen Island Kyushu,’ it’s here Shintō’s sun goddess, kabuki theater, mythical emperors, wealthy trading ports, cloistered…
iBestTravel Travel Stories Japan Kyūshū Share Sponsored by Mar 30, 2021 • 7 min read The Tenjin and Nagahama neighborhoods of Fukuoka are home to more than 100 yatai food carts © masary78 / Shutterstock Fukuoka Prefecture Tasty: Yatai food carts for a city on the move The city of Fukuoka – the largest on…
Explore Kumamoto: A Fusion of History, Culture, and Nature Kumamoto is a modern Japanese city located in the west-central region of Kyushu. Proud of its roots as a medieval castle town (jokamachi), it serves as an ideal destination for those interested in Japan’s cultural traditions. Moreover, Kumamoto is a convenient base for exploring the wealth…
Discover Samurai Heritage in Kyushu Chiran Samurai Complex Chiran, often referred to as Little Kyoto of Satsuma, boasts elegant architecture reminiscent of Kyoto. This historic town was once home to over 500 samurai residences during the late Edo period of the 19th century. Virginia Lau/CNN The Chiran Samurai Complex Path’s elaborate design was meant to…
Experience Luxury Train Travel with iBestTravel Demand for luxury train travel has surged in the wake of the pandemic. The leisurely pace and Old-World glamour that define these voyages appeal to travelers seeking time for reflection and deeper connections to the people and places encountered along the way. While Europe boasts iconic trains, Japan’s Seven…