Top Things to do in Kyushu
Things to do in Kyushu, Kyushu: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Kyushu, Japan including Mt. Kurokami, Mt. Aso, Mount Sakurajima, Takachiho Gorge, Aoshima Island, African Safari, Mt. Shiroyama, Mt. Kaimondake, Shiratani Unsuikyo Valley, Takachihonomine.
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1. Mt. Kurokami
2. Mt. Aso
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 455 reviews
Reviewed By Wingfield73 - Chiang Mai, Thailand
We hired a taxi from Kumamoto town which took us to the volcano through the mountainous countryside which had been devasted by the earthquake three years earlier and could scarcely imagine the terror that the people living there must have felt. But even more impressive was the gigantic effort being put into repairing the mountains themselves. Arriving at the Aso volcano itself we were first struck by the sulphurous smell and the white smoke emerging from the top. There is a good and informative visitor centre near the foot of the volcano and, a little further on a restaurant area with good parking and excellent views of the volcano. Don't miss the nearby small and friendly town of Aso itself, with one of Japan's most revered shrines now under repair from the earthquake damage.
3. Mount Sakurajima
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,855 reviews
A 15-minute ferry ride takes you to this smoking volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in Japan.
Reviewed By 111gedk - London, United Kingdom
This is an active volcano. It's perpetually smoking and people live on the lower slopes. There's an observation platform in Kagoshima that you can get to by bus for a fantastic view of this natural wonder. It's a live volcano, of course you want to make the effort to see it!
4. Takachiho Gorge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,162 reviews
Reviewed By garetjax72 - Singapore, Singapore
Nice walk along the gorge from Mihashi to Shinbashi Bridge with lovely autumn colours along the route. The waterfall beside Mihashi Bridge is pretty, but not very spectacular. Quite interesting to see how the river has carved a route through the basalt columns of the gorge. Note that there are quite a number of stairs along the route, with no slopes for wheelchairs or prams. Parking beside Mihashi Bridge is most convenient, but is very limited. Do come early.
5. Aoshima Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 686 reviews
Reviewed By BuccaneerDave - Nanaimo, Canada
Saw this is a guidebook and decided we must go. So happy we did. The whole community has a great laid back surfer vibe. The gardens in the town are beautiful. Countless people came up to us to have a quick chat. Wish we had stayed a night there. The washboard is fantastic. Such a unique and interesting formation that carries on down the coast for miles. This is the easiest spot to stop and have a look at. As others have done, we timed our visit for low tide to get the best effect. Daytrip from Miyazaki-shi. The temple on the island has a very lovely garden area tucked into the centre. Very interesting. Really enjoyed our day there.
6. African Safari
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 293 reviews
Reviewed By jess00923 - Hong Kong, China
From wild to small animals a lot to see and experience . If schedule allows arrange a night stay in Beppu for a fuller experience
7. Mt. Shiroyama
8. Mt. Kaimondake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 413 reviews
Reviewed By xlne - Singapore, Singapore
I wanted to take my time climbing Mt. Kaimondake because I’m almost recovered from my knee injury, so I took the 9.10am bus from Ibusuki to Kaimon Station. While walking to the trail head on my way in from the main road, I was greeted warmly by a lady sweeping in the Shinto shrine at the bottom of the mountain. At about 11am, I started my slow ascent and reached the top of the mountain around 1.20pm. There were not many people on the trek but I adopted a snail pace anyway. Sadly, this is one of those trails that doesn’t have many nice viewpoints enroute, even though the view from the top is indeed marvellous. At the summit, you’ll actually be standing higher than Tokyo Skytree itself! The curious sight of small groups of trekkers sitting around eating their bentos at the summit was accompanied by the fragrance of cooking noodles, making me regret not bringing some food of my own as well. I only had crackers and water, so I made the most of them while waiting in vain for the clouds to clear. At 3.30pm, I started down at a brisk pace because I don’t want to get caught trekking after sundown. I reached the base of the mountain around 6pm. Most of the nearby restaurants seem to be closed so I had to walk out further to find food. End up taking the 9pm train back to Ibusuki after eating a hearty local teppenyaki dinner some way down the main road.
9. Shiratani Unsuikyo Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 726 reviews
Reviewed By troykramer428 - Sydney, Australia
Truly, green, magical place, where I was able to see small macaques and native yakushika deer in a verdant green moss forest.
