5 Sites To Visit During Your Trip To Kyushu

July 20, 2023 by Japan Informer

Places To Visit In Kyushu

Kumamoto Castle suffered extensive damage after the earthquake of April 2016. Inside access is now closed to visitors until when it is reopened. A viewing area is still available to the general people. The full restoration is supposed to be completed by 2038.

Kumamoto Castle

Kumamoto Castle is one of the most stunning castles in Japan, thanks to its vast gardens, beautiful landscapes, and several structures that offer guests a full castle experience. It’s one of the handful of structures that have stood the test of time since it was built in 1607. It has undergone a variety of reconstructions and repairs. However, it’s one of the castles that are preserved to perfection. It is recommended to visit the castle between March through April, when the hundreds of cherry blossoms are fully in bloom, making the whole area the perfect location for fairytales.

Mt Aso

Mount Aso is an active volcano in the middle of Kyushu and has recently been active between 2021 and 2016. Aso’s caldera is one of the biggest in the world, with a diameter reaching 25 kilometers and a total circumference of more than 100 km. Within the caldera are the mountains’ active volcanic peaks. These include Nakadake, the highest caldera in the world. Nakadake and its stunning Crater are available to tourists.

However, it is important to note that the area around the Crater typically is partially or occasionally completely shut to visitors because of the toxic volcanic gases, adverse weather, or volcanic activity. Make sure you examine the state of the volcano before visiting the Crater. If the area surrounding the summit is clear, the haze can be extremely intense, and those with breathing problems must avoid entering the volcano’s Crater.

Takachiho Gorge

In northern Kyushu’s Miyazaki Prefecture, Takachiho Gorge is considered one of Japan’s best natural tourist attractions, offering breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable memories. This breathtaking natural wonder is the ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful break away from the noise of cities. Apart from enchanting tourists with its incredible beauty, Takachiho Gorge offers diverse activities, such as a thrilling cruise through the scenic ravine created by an eruption in the nearby mountain. Aso. The city is also home to historic shrines and holy sites connected to local legends and Japanese mythology.

Takachiho Gorge stretches approximately 7 km through the rocky cliffs rising over the beautiful Gokase River, and one way to take in the stunning canyon is to take a thrilling boat ride towards the bottom of the canyon. Boat rentals are offered for ￥4,100～￥5,100 for 30 minutes. Rental boats are accessible from 8:30 am until 5 pm, and the maximum number of passengers is three on each boat. The serene setting of this breathtaking gorge will leave you feeling refreshed and at peace!

The Beppu Tour

The Hells of Beppu is Beppu’s most visited tourist spot. It comprises seven bubbling hot springs that explode with color while releasing steam clouds. Five pools are within the Kannawa district, and two more are located in Shibasaki. Exploring each will give you a pleasant look at the city’s green countryside.

The Kannawa district is believed to be home to some of the world’s most spectacular hot springs. People have used the hot springs as bathhouses to relax and for medicinal reasons over the past hundreds of years.

Snaking into the sand’s steaming hot water with a view of the waves is a rare and healthy experience. Your mind and body are rejuvenated when completely covered by the sands of Beppu Beach Sand Bath, heated by sodium chloride-rich spring water, believed to improve health.

Kokonoe Yume Grand Suspension Bridge

It was inaugurated in 2006 Kokonoe Yume Grand Suspension Bridge, the tallest one-way suspension bridge for pedestrians only in Japan. It measures 390m in length and 173 meters in height. Its construction took about 2 billion yen and is entirely funded by the public sector, without subsidies from the government. Therefore, the bridge’s construction is the achievement of the dreams of the people who live there. This is where the name “Dream of Kokonoe” came from.

The Kokonoe Yume Grand Suspension Bridge can be stunning, particularly during the Autumn leaf. If you’re visiting Oita prefecture, consider taking an excursion to visit Kokonoe Yume Grand Suspension Bridge. It offers stunning views of the Oita’s lush countryside and breathtaking views of the valley.

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