Top Things to do in Kyushu
What to do and see in Kyushu, Kyushu: The Best Things to do Adventurous
Discover the best top things to do in Kyushu, Japan including Taikoiwa, Mt. Aso, Yakusugi Land, Udo Shrine, Takachiho Gorge, Kikuchi Gorge, African Safari, Hashima Island, Mt. Kaimondake, Shiratani Unsuikyo Valley.
Restaurants in Kyushu
1. Taikoiwa
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. Yakusugi Land
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 344 reviews
Reviewed By troykramer428 - Sydney, Australia
Beautiful cedar forests with some nice, well maintained trails, and a few trees to be found (with relatively easy access) that are over 2000 years old. Stunning all around, with trees and waterfalls and crystal clear streams.
4. Udo Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 621 reviews
Reviewed By kenyunyk - Hong Kong, China
This shrine is located inside a big cave at waterfront connected with entrance with a long staircase which makes this shrine worth visiting.
5. 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.
6. Kikuchi Gorge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Clear streams and pristine forests create landscapes such as varied ses, roses, and waterfalls. Fresh green is beautiful in spring, summer is a summer resort, autumn leaves color the whole area in autumn. It is a place where you can heal your mind by negative ions, river murmurs, and birds singing.
Reviewed By 2020xplorers
Wonderful facilities that have recently been upgraded. Magical photo opportunities and zen like peace and beauty! Highly recommend the chicken yakitorii at the entrance!!
7. 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
8. Hashima Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,197 reviews
Reviewed By BendigoVic - Victoria, Australia
We went to Hashima Island as part of our tour and it was something that I had researched and was so looking forward to seeing. The island had a brief appearance in the James Bond movie Skyfall. Weather wise our day was perfect actually quite hot, pleasant boat trip to and from which was great for our 45min trip to the island. The island is 15km from Nagaski and was once used for coal mining with its own hospital, school and shopping centre which is incredible considering its size, it was abandoned in 1974 and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You are able to get onto the island but only on the designated paths, as it wouldn't be safe to roam around on your own. I loved visiting this very interesting part of Japans history, it was fantastic. I hope my photos showed how interesting this place is.
9. 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.
10. 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.
