Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, Yufuin Town, Beppu Ropeway, Kamado Jigoku (with complimentary onsen egg and lemon soda) | Departing from Fukuoka

What to expect

From historical culture to artistic scenery, and then to the steaming hot Hell Onsens! Experience the best of Kyushu in one day! Perfect for first-time visitors to Kyushu! Come with me on a tour. First Stop: Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (Blessed by the God of Learning) Upon arriving at Dazaifu, a strong sense of ancient Japanese charm greets you. Walking through the torii gate and along the stone path, with old shops adorned with red lanterns on both sides, it feels like traveling through time. Everyone comes to worship Sugawara no Michizane, the "God of Learning." If you're looking for academic success, certifications, or good fortune, don't miss it. A must-try: Freshly baked Umegae Mochi, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Paired with a cup of matcha, your soul will instantly be healed. Second Stop: Yufuin (A Haven for Artistic Slow Living) Next, we arrive at Yufuin, a super healing town surrounded by mountains and a lake. Walking along Yunotsubo Street, every snapshot is postcard-worthy. Creative shops, fragrant dessert houses, and Japanese handmade goods will instantly awaken your "shopping" spirit. Lake Kinrin: In the early morning or evening, it's often shrouded in a light mist, creating a dreamlike and ethereal scene. Dessert recommendations: Pudding, cheesecake, freshly grilled crepes. Third Stop: Beppu Ropeway Slowly ascending in the ropeway, it feels like flying into a painting! From the ropeway, you can overlook the entire city of Beppu, Beppu Bay, and the continuous mountain ranges, a breathtaking sight. There's also an observation deck and a small shrine at the summit, remember to take photos as souvenirs. From June 22 to July 17, 2026, the Beppu Ropeway will undergo regular maintenance. During this period, visitors will go to Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell). (Umi Jigoku tickets are self-paid, 500 JPY/person). Umi Jigoku features a dreamy blue spring pool, like the ocean. It looks cool, but the water temperature is actually super hot, reaching about 98 degrees Celsius! White steam continuously rises from the surface of the pool, making the whole scene look like it's bubbling, cute yet a bit mysterious. Fourth Stop: Beppu Hell Tour - Kamado Jigoku (Cooking Pot Hell) Beppu's most interesting attraction is here! The "Hells" are actually various natural hot springs of different colors and forms, a dazzling sight. Kamado Jigoku is characterized by a concentration of various hell hot springs in one place: blue, red, boiling, steaming... It's like stepping into a "fantasy factory" version of hot springs. Finally, return to Fukuoka, concluding this rich one-day trip! From the ancient charm of Dazaifu to the artistic Yufuin, and then to the fantastical world of mountains and springs in Beppu – does it feel like one day is not enough to explore it all? Get your camera and your appetite ready; your next spontaneous Kyushu trip starts here.