Things to do in Kumamoto, Kyushu-Okinawa: The Best Tours

【DETAILS】 The world famous samurai “Miyamoto Musashi” is the strongest samurai in Japan, and is said to have never been defeated. Miyamoto Musashi spent his later years in Kumamoto and wrote the “Book of Five Rings” in a cave called “Reigan-do” in Kumamoto City, and completed his own style “Niten Ichiryu”. Miyamoto Musashi has the following two features: (1) He was a samurai that pursued artisticity. He thought that improving artisticity was important for polishing swordsmanship, and created various works of art. Ink paintings and "tsuba" (metal fittings attached to the sword) created by Miyamoto Musashi are stored at the Shimada Museum of Art in Kumamoto City. (2) He mastered his swordsmanship to protect the house and the lord. As the times shifted from the Sengoku period, the era of war, to the Edo period, when peace was sought, he tried not only to win, but to protect. This kind of swordsmanship and spirituality are inherited as “Iaido”.

Inclusions: Matcha and Japanese sweets, Rental costume, Certificate of Completion of Training, Japanese hand towel

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

One of the symbols of Kumamoto is the large shopping arcade that runs from north to south through the city. This arcade is at its liveliest at nighttime when it overflows with crowds of people enjoying drinks. The countless drinking establishments lining the alleys create an alluring atmosphere, and the already friendly locals become more cheerful than ever. If you really want to enjoy Kumamoto, you absolutely must experience its rich nightlife. Fully enjoy the nightlife of Kumamoto, Japan's most welcoming city.

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks

Exclusions: Some bar food will be ordered., Private transportation

While Ueki supports Japan's food supply with modern agricultural operations, the region is also home to many small rustic and old-fashioned villages where time seems to have stopped, making it the perfect area to experience Japan's good old countryside. Visit homes and fields maintained by local farmers, harvest seasonal fruits and vegetables, and enjoy the producing region's unique way of preparing and eating ingredients and dishes. Become one of the locals for a day and enjoy their way of life in Ueki, Kumamoto's top agricultural area.

Inclusions: Lunch, Fruit, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Cost for transportation (Taxi)

If you want to appreciate the great nature at Mt.Aso from Fukuoka with your group (up to 20 people), this tour would be an ideal option for you! Our bus will give you a comfortable ride throughout the tour. You don't have to navigate your way using public transportation. We are very familiar with the area and our private bus will help you save time and visit many places. "DISCOVER FAR WEST IN FAR EAST" From (or to) Fukuoka Japan, our private chartered bus will support your journey. Mount Aso is the heart of Kyushu, located in the middle of Kyushu, the western island nation of Japan. The volcano is still active. It is a very popular place in Kyushu from spring to autumn, which is said it can ease daily life's stress. Accessible from Fukuoka, it is ideal for outdoor groups as well. *We are careful about coronavirus ・ We clean the inside and outside of our buses well ・ We do not miss the ventilation of our buses ・ When the weather is not good, put an air purifier in our buses

Inclusions: car, fuel fee, insurance(in our bus), taxes, chips, toll fees, parking fees, child seat

Exclusions: lunch, dinner, entrance fees, Wi-Fi fee, meals and drinks

"DISCOVER FAR WEST IN FAR EAST" From (or to) Fukuoka Japan, our private chartered bus will support your journey. "Sakura" is at the heart of Japan. In spring, Japanese people will go out with friends to view the cherry blossoms under the cherry trees. It's a ceremony to kickstart a new coming year, as the Japanese year begins in April. Why don't you join them and get a piece of Japanese culture. If you want to appreciate cherry blossoms at Fukuoka with your group (up to 20 people), this tour would be an ideal option for you! Our bus will give you a comfortable ride throughout the tour. You don't have to navigate your way using public transportation. We are very familiar with the area and our private bus will help you save time and visit many places. *We are careful about coronavirus. ・ We clean the inside and outside of our buses well. ・ We do not miss the ventilation of our buses. ・ When the weather is not good, put an air purifier in our buses.

Inclusions: car, fuel fee, insurance(in our bus), taxes, chips, toll fees, parking fees, child seat

Exclusions: lunch, dinner, entrance fees, Wi-Fi fee, meals and drinks

This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Kumamoto! Kumamoto, located on Kyushu island in southern Japan, strikes a perfect balance between a bustling city fringed by tranquil countryside. The center of the city features its greatest landmark, Kumamoto-jo castle, but a tempting collection of restaurants, bars and shops can also be found nearby. Let us know what you would like to experience, and your guide will arrange a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off, Licensed Local Guide

Exclusions: Other personal expenses, Entrance fee (for yourself), Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide), Lunch, Private transportation

This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Kumamoto! Kumamoto, located on Kyushu island in southern Japan, strikes a perfect balance between a bustling city fringed by tranquil countryside. The center of the city features its greatest landmark, Kumamoto-jo castle, but a tempting collection of restaurants, bars and shops can also be found nearby. Let us know what you would like to experience, and your guide will arrange a four-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The Nationally-licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off, Licensed Local Guide

Exclusions: Other personal expenses, Entrance fee (for yourself), Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide), Lunch, Private transportation

【OUTLINE】 Spend an entire day exploring the arts of Kumamoto's samurai culture, which has continued to grow and develop through the present day. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Make the crest of the Hosokawa Clan using a traditional method called Higo Zogan metal inlay. ・Meet one of Kumamoto's three remaining swordsmiths, learn about the trade, and even try swinging the smith's hammer yourself. ・Visit Reigan Cave, where Miyamoto Musashi spent his final years. ・Visit the Shimada Museum of Arts, where you'll find numerous works by Miyamoto Musashi.

Inclusions: Transportation stipulated in the itinerary, taxes such as consumption tax

Exclusions: Lunch, Higo Inlay shipping fee, English-speaking Guide (optional)

【OUTLINE】 Spend a day experiencing Kumamoto's samurai culture. Learn about the culture of the art-loving Hosokawa family and the spirit of Musashi Miyamoto, Japan's most powerful samurai. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Experience Kumamoto's unique samurai culture that was originally developed to save people. ・Kumamoto Castle, the centerpiece of Kumamoto's samurai culture, will be explained from a cultural perspective. ・At Suizenji Seifuen, learn about the traditional teaching know as "art stopped war," a line of thinking that has been passed on into modern times. ・Learn about Miyamoto Musashi, Japan's most powerful samurai, and his spiritual commitment to "surviving as a samurai"

Inclusions: Admission fees and transportation stipulated in the itinerary, taxes such as consumption tax

Exclusions: Lunch

【OUTLINE】 You can learn Bushido surrounded by the fertile nature of Aso. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Experience samurai culture while basking the grandeur of nature in this one-of-a-kind, authentic zen and budo compound, built for dedicated study of the samurai arts ・Learn from an expert well-versed in bushido, the code of honor developed by Japanese samura ・Put yourself in the shoes of a samurai and meditate peacefully, attend a Japanese tea ceremony, or even try swinging a Japanese katana.

Inclusions: Clothes(Dogi, Hakama)

Exclusions: English speaking guide (optional), Private transportation, Taxi (optional)