Embark on a fantastic full-day Kyushu sightseeing bus tour departing from Hakata Station, covering historic castles, traditional towns, fairy-tale shrines and spectacular volcanic landscapes.

1. Kumamoto Castle
   Introduction: One of Japan’s most famous ancient castles featuring iconic black stone walls and grand ramparts. Roam the spacious castle grounds to dive into local samurai history and overlook the whole city. Tenshukaku tower entrance ticket is not included.
   Duration: Approximately 60 minutes

2. Jōsaien
   Introduction: A restored Edo-style cultural complex next to Kumamoto Castle, lined with traditional wooden shops and local craft stalls. Taste regional snacks and take classic old-Japan street shots.
   You may board the bus at Sakuranobaba Bus Parking Lot in Kumamoto at 10:00, but the bus will not return to Kumamoto on the way back to Fukuoka.
   Duration: Approximately 40 minutes of leisure time.

3. Mount Aso / Kusasenri Grassland
   Introduction: Mount Aso boasts a huge active volcanic caldera with magnificent crater views. If the volcanic area is closed for safety reasons, we will visit Kusasenri instead, a vast grassland with rolling meadows, ponds and wild horses.
   Duration: Approximately 45 minutes for sightseeing.

4. Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine
   Introduction: A magical forest shrine famous as the anime filming spot. Moss-covered stone lanterns and tall cedar trees form a mysterious, ethereal atmosphere ideal for unique photos.
   Duration: Approximately 30 minutes to wander the shrine paths.

You will leave with a complete taste of Kyushu’s highlights: historic samurai relics, traditional Japanese townscapes, fairy-tale sacred grounds and breathtaking volcanic scenery.