Itinerary
Kyushu's Hidden Charms
7 days · 17 stops · ¥80,000–¥120,000
Discover the lesser-known treasures of Kyushu, from sacred shrines to scenic coastlines, with a touch of local flavor.
Days
Yoshikazu TAKADA from Tokyo, Japan / CC BY 2.0
Nakasu Yatai
Fukuoka
Schedule
Day 01 of 07Land at FUK · Mon, Mar 15 · 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, Mar 15 → Thu, Mar 18 · 1 guest
17:00
EXPLORE
中洲屋台
Stay ~1h 30m
Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station
Kick off your Kyushu adventure with a taste of Fukuoka's vibrant street food scene at Nakasu Yatai. Try local delicacies like Hakata ramen and yakitori under the evening sky.
~6 min on foot
18:36
EXPLORE
櫛田神社
Stay ~1h
Hakata Station
Visit Kushida Shrine, a historic and spiritual site in the heart of Fukuoka, known for its role in the famous Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival.
~22 min on foot
19:00
FOOD
博多らーめん ShinShin 天神本店
Stay ~1h
Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station
Indulge in a bowl of Hakata's famous tonkotsu ramen at Shin-Shin, known for its flavorful broth and tender chashu. A must-try for food lovers.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Fukuoka · Days 1–2
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Itoshima Peninsula → Nagasaki · Days 3–6
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Fukuoka · Day 7
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Getting around
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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
¥23,000–¥36,500 / person / day
¥160,000–¥255,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 16 travel legs and 6 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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