7D6N through Kyushu for First Time Visitors

Are you ready to embark on an adventure in Kyushu? This third largest island of Japan has so much to offer for those seeking a fun and exciting holiday. From hiking through active volcanoes to indulging in local cuisine, Kyushu has it all. So pack your bags, put on your hiking boots, and let's explore the wonders of Kyushu together!

Fukuoka, Kyushu [Day 7] - Solo Itinerary to Ohori Park and Fukuoka Tower

[WARNING: VISUAL OVERLOAD AHEAD. ENJOY]

My final day in Fukuoka was a bitter sweet one. It was the only day I got to wander about by myself but it was also my last day in Japan, my last 24 hours in Fukuoka. I headed out early, rolling out of bed at 730am to take a leisurely stroll along the canal to Nakasu. 

Fukuoka, Kyushu [Day 6] - Nanzoin Buddha and HakuHaku Mentaiko Making Experience

On the hindsight, I should not have returned the car so soon had I known what I know now. First the foremost, Nanzoin temple was quite a distance from Fukuoka in the countryside and was worth a drive out to even though there was a train station nearby. And secondly, the HakuHaku Mentaiko factory/museum was a good 20 minutes walk from the nearest train station and was best reached by car. 

Well, the more you know I suppose. 

Saga, Kyushu [Day 5 Part 2] - teamLab Borderless at Mifuneyama Rakuen

Welcome to Day 5 of my journey through Kyushu...part 2.

I must say I do wished that I had spent more time in Nagasaki. The city had a charm of its own - a blend between Western and Japan, further made more sobering by the bombing. As we departed to head to Fukuoka, I told myself I would come back to explore more. My drive on this day would take us from Nagasaki to Takeo city in Saga Prefecture followed by a half day trip to Itoshima and finally to Fukuoka to check in at our hostel, the Life Hostel and Bar lounge (review is up here) As we visited multiple sites in Itoshima, I will save a rundown of those things in a separate post and dedicate this post to our visit to Saga, specifically Mifuneyama Rakuen and the teamLab interactive display.