Itinerary
Kyushu's Hidden Icons: Volcanoes, Onsen & Coastline
8 days · 14 stops · ¥100,000–¥180,000
Discover Kyushu's volcanic landscapes, tranquil onsen villages, and stunning coastlines, with a touch of local culture through the Ushibuka Haiya Matsuri.
Days
Mt. Kaya (Itoshima Fuji)
Fukuoka
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Schedule
Day 01 of 08Land at FUK · Mon, Apr 12 · 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
Itoshima · 2 nights
Mon, Apr 12 → Wed, Apr 14 · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
可也山
Stay ~2h
Start your journey with a gentle hike offering stunning views over the Genkai Sea, introducing the natural beauty of Kyushu. It's a lesser-known spot perfect for a peaceful afternoon.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Itoshima Peninsula → Kurokawa Onsen & Oguni · Days 1–6
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Kumamoto · Day 7
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Itoshima Peninsula · Day 8
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Rental 1: Itoshima Peninsula · Days 1–6
Rental 2: Itoshima Peninsula · Day 8
Separate rentals — you fly (or ferry) between these regions, so return each car before you leave it.
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JR Kyushu Rail Pass — All Kyushu Area
Matched to your route — one pass instead of point-to-point tickets on the rail legs.
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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.
Browse rental cars on Klook →01 / 08
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Trip budget · お見積り
¥22,500–¥39,500 / person / day
¥180,000–¥315,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 13 travel legs, 7 hotel nights and 1 ticketed event. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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Passes for this trip
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JR Kyushu Rail Pass — All Kyushu Area
Covers the rail legs on this route — one pass instead of point-to-point tickets.
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Sleep in a centuries-old ryokan. Tatami floors, onsen, and a 7-course kaiseki.
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