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Itinerary
Hidden Treasures of Kyushu
10 days · 23 stops · ¥150,000–¥250,000 · 2 views
A journey through Kyushu's hidden gems, blending serene nature, rich culture, and local flavors.
Days
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Tochoji Temple
Fukuoka
Schedule
Day 01 of 10Land at FUK · Mon, May 10 · from JFK · 1 traveler
Renting a car? Check the license rules
Some licenses (FR/DE/CH/BE/TW) need a JAF translation, not an IDP — 5-min guide.
Stay
Fukuoka · 3 nights
Mon, May 10 → Thu, May 13 · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
東長寺
Stay ~1h
Hakata Station
Begin your Kyushu journey with a visit to Tochoji Temple, known for its impressive Great Buddha statue. It's a peaceful retreat right in the heart of Fukuoka, ideal for easing into your trip.
~17 min on foot
17:00
EXPLORE
屋台
Stay ~1h 30m
Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station
Experience the vibrant street food culture of Fukuoka at the Yatai stalls, offering a variety of local dishes. This is the perfect spot to mingle with locals and savor authentic flavors.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Fukuoka · Days 1–3
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Nagasaki → Kumamoto & Aso · Days 4–8
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Fukuoka · Days 9–10
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Rental car: pick up in Nagasaki (Day 4), drop off at the end of Day 8. Skip it for the city legs.
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Kyushu Rail Pass
Your trip stays within Kyushu. The All-Kyushu 5-day pass (from ¥18,000) covers all shinkansen and limited express trains — far better value than a full JR Pass.
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Rental car recommended
Several stops on this route are in rural areas with limited rail access. A rental car from the nearest city hub gives you the freedom to reach places no bus serves.
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Ferry required
At least one destination is accessible only by ferry. Book in advance — island ferries sell out weeks ahead in peak season (Apr–May, Jul–Aug).
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Trip budget · お見積り
¥16,000–¥29,500 / person / day
¥160,000–¥295,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 22 travel legs and 9 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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Is a JR pass worth it for this trip?
Rough estimate · based on trip distances
Pay-as-you-go is likely cheaper here — your rail estimates to ~¥9,196, under the ¥24,000 JR Kyushu Pass (All, 5-day). A pass may still be worth it for convenience.
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Get Around
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Stay Hidden
Sleep in a centuries-old ryokan. Tatami floors, onsen, and a 7-course kaiseki.
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Ship luggage ahead on the shinkansen route. Explore every day completely hands-free.
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