Experience the beauty of cherry blossoms in Kyushu with our private charter bus tour from Fukuoka. Join the Japanese tradition of viewing sakura and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Japan.
- Fukuoka - 8:00 < PICK UP > Your hotel or HAKATA Station, HAKATA Port in Fukuoka city
At the airport, a driver holding a name board will greet you at the arrival gate and escort you to the bus parking area. If possible, please provide your [arrival flight number] in advance.
*Typically, cherry blossoms in Kyushu reach full bloom in early April. Please note that the blossoms last for about two weeks before falling. This fleeting beauty embodies the Japanese cultural concept of “wabi-sabi.”
- Kitakumamoto Service Area Outbound - 9:30-9:45 < rest break > Kyushu Highway KITA-KUMAMOTO Service Area, Kumamoto
*The journey to Kyushu’s most popular cherry blossom viewing spot from Fukuoka City takes nearly three hours via the expressway, so we’ll take a break along the way.
- Isshingyo Park - 11:00-12:00 < SAKURA-AM > Isshingyo Sakura Tree, 3226-1 Nakamatsu, Minamiaso, Aso District, Kumamoto
“Greatest Cherry Blossoms at Aso (No.1 Cherry Blossom spot in Kyushu)”
The contrast between the rape field and the cherry blossoms is stunning! The tree is over 400 years old, standing 14m tall, with branches spreading 21.3m east-west and 26m north-south, and a trunk circumference of 7.35m. It blooms with pale pink flowers. The cherry blossoms are surrounded by rape blossom fields, and their flowering times coincide, allowing you to enjoy both simultaneously.
- Komezuka - 12:15 < from window > Komezuka, Otohime, Aso, Kumamoto
Please take a photo!
- New Kusasenri - 12:30-14:00 < lunch and free time > New Kusasenri, 2391-15 Nagakusa, Aso, Kumamoto
*Lunch will be at the “New Kusasenri” restaurant on Mt. Aso. You can also experience horseback riding in the grassland for an additional fee. Other activities can be booked independently.
*Depending on the eruption status, access to the crater of Mt. Aso may be restricted.
- Mt. Aso Nakadake Crater - 14:15-14:45 < eruption status > Mt. Aso Nakadake Crater, Kurokawa, Aso, Kumamoto
Mt. Aso is an active volcano and part of a national park. If conditions permit, we can drive our bus to the crater. Optional activities are available nearby.
No need to navigate public transportation. Our private bus service, with extensive local knowledge, will save you time and help you visit multiple locations.
Mount Aso, located in central Kyushu, is the heart of the region. The active volcano is a popular destination from spring to autumn, known for alleviating daily stress. Easily accessible from Fukuoka City, it is ideal for outdoor groups.
*Depending on the eruption status, access to the crater may be restricted. In such cases, enjoy your free time at Kusasenri.
- Kumamoto Castle - 16:00-17:00 < SAKURA PM > KUMAMOTO Castle, Chuo ward, Kumamoto
*Entry to the castle grounds is free, with paid rooms available for ¥800 per adult (approximately $5).
“The Splendid and Stormy 400-Year History of Kumamoto Castle”
The iconic Kumamoto Castle, completed in 1607 by Kato Kiyomasa, the first daimyo of the castle, showcases remarkable effort and advanced technology. Over 400 years, the castle has been the backdrop for numerous historical figures, including the Hosokawa clan, swordmaster Miyamoto Musashi, and Imperial Army commander Tani Tateki. Join us on a journey through the castle’s dramatic history.
- Fukuoka Castle Cherry Blossom Matsuri - 19:00 < Night SAKURA > Maizuru Park, 1-4 Jonai, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka
Fukuoka Castle, also known as Maizuru Castle and Ishijo, was built during the Edo period in Fukuoka. It is a designated national historic site. Today, the castle ruins are part of Maizuru Park and Ohori Park.
*Maizuru Park is about a 10-minute subway ride from Tenjin or Hakata Station.
- 7m length Minibus (21 + 6 seats, no trunk)
- English speaking guide
- Toll and parking fees
- *The castle itself is free to enter, paid rooms in Kumamoto Castle: ¥800 per adult (≒$5)
- meal and drink
‘EXPLORE THE WEST WHILE IN THE EAST’ As you journey to or from Fukuoka, Japan, our privately chartered transport service will assist you.
‘Sakura’ holds a significant place in the heart of Japan. Every spring, locals congregate under these cherry blossom trees, transforming this phase of bloom into a festive gathering.
This ceremonial observance seizes the initiation of the New Year for Japan, as April marks the beginning of the Japanese calendar.
Why not immerse yourself in this fascinating part of Japanese tradition?
The tour is an ideal opportunity if you’re planning to enjoy cherry blossoms in Fukuoka with a group (maximum of 20 members). Our service promises you a comfortable journey through the tour. Avoid the hassle of studying local transit maps, as our expert knowledge of the area, combined with our private transport, will ensure an efficient journey encompassing a multitude of sites.
*Masks are no longer a compulsory measure in Japan, hence, the choice remains with you.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
